Barroquillo is new Haribon commander
BRIG. GEN. Yegor Rey Barroquillo Jr. has assumed the post as commander of the 103rd Infantry Brigade (Haribon).In a simple ceremony on January 28 at Kampo Ranao in Marawi City, Maj. Gen. Antonio Nafarette, commander of the 1st Infantry Division, presided over the turnover of command from acting brigade commander Col. Billy de la Rosa to Barroquillo.De la Rosa will remain as the deputy brigade commander.Prior to the appointment to his new post, Barroquillo served as commander of the Army Intelligence Regiment. He also served the 44th Infantry Battalion as battalion commander and the 1st Infantry Division as operations officer.In his speech, Barroquillo said he will focus on the fulfillment of the brigade's mission, support the peace agreement with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and Moro National Liberation Front, and enhance engagements with various stakeholders."We shall primarily rely on peaceful mechanisms and put premium on the peace process in dealing with local threat groups and other security issues. However, we cannot put aside the threats of the terrorist group. And for those who choose the path of violence and lawlessness, they shall bear the brunt of our full might," he said.Nafarette, meanwhile, commended the outgoing commander for his "dedication, great passion, and commitment to the organization.""Your adherence to the standard of excellence in leadership has instilled an encouragement and strength to your subordinates," Nafarette said, referring to de la Rosa.The infantry division chief then turned to the incoming commander and said, "to Brig. Gen. Barroquillo, my congratulations to you. Your long experience in spans of years of dedicated work in various positions have certainly honed you as a dependable and relevant leader.""And to all Haribon Troopers, continue your good deeds, seek for more improvement and always support your new commander in all his undertakings, particularly toward the accomplishment of your mission. I encourage you to keep the fire burning, step up the level of your performance, and continue to focus on accomplishing your goals. In doing this, always be guided by the AFP core values of loyalty, honor, duty, valor and solidarity," Nafarette added.
BRIG. GEN. Yegor Rey Barroquillo Jr. has assumed the post as commander of the 103rd Infantry Brigade (Haribon).
In a simple ceremony on January 28 at Kampo Ranao in Marawi City, Maj. Gen. Antonio Nafarette, commander of the 1st Infantry Division, presided over the turnover of command from acting brigade commander Col. Billy de la Rosa to Barroquillo.
De la Rosa will remain as the deputy brigade commander.
Prior to the appointment to his new post, Barroquillo served as commander of the Army Intelligence Regiment. He also served the 44th Infantry Battalion as battalion commander and the 1st Infantry Division as operations officer.
In his speech, Barroquillo said he will focus on the fulfillment of the brigade's mission, support the peace agreement with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and Moro National Liberation Front, and enhance engagements with various stakeholders.
"We shall primarily rely on peaceful mechanisms and put premium on the peace process in dealing with local threat groups and other security issues. However, we cannot put aside the threats of the terrorist group. And for those who choose the path of violence and lawlessness, they shall bear the brunt of our full might," he said.
Nafarette, meanwhile, commended the outgoing commander for his "dedication, great passion, and commitment to the organization."
"Your adherence to the standard of excellence in leadership has instilled an encouragement and strength to your subordinates," Nafarette said, referring to de la Rosa.
The infantry division chief then turned to the incoming commander and said, "to Brig. Gen. Barroquillo, my congratulations to you. Your long experience in spans of years of dedicated work in various positions have certainly honed you as a dependable and relevant leader."
"And to all Haribon Troopers, continue your good deeds, seek for more improvement and always support your new commander in all his undertakings, particularly toward the accomplishment of your mission. I encourage you to keep the fire burning, step up the level of your performance, and continue to focus on accomplishing your goals. In doing this, always be guided by the AFP core values of loyalty, honor, duty, valor and solidarity," Nafarette added.
