New chief for north Luzon Naval Forces

From the Philippine Information Agency (Nov 7): New chief for north Luzon Naval Forces

The Naval Forces Northern Luzon is now headed by  Commodore Severino Vicente T. David succeeding Commodore Nodolfo V. Tejada.

Philippine Navy Chief Rear Admiral Jesus C. Millan presided the change-of-command ceremony, which was held on Wednesday, November 5 at Naval Station Ernesto Ogbinar (NSEO) Grandstand here.

In his speech, Commodore Tejada said he is confident to leave the military service because he knows has contributed to the Philippine Navy's improvement.

Commodore Tejada served for almost 38 years.

He encouraged the men and women of NFNL to keep serving.

“Keep your patriotism with utmost motivation for we are called to serve for our country and the people,” Tejada said.

Tejada is a member of PMA Dimalupig Class of 1981 and a recipient of various military awards of valor.

Incoming Commodore David, meanwhile, expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome of the NFNL fleet.

He also shared his plans which he will implement in his new command unit.

“I will continue the good work of Commodore Tejada particularly in enforcing optimum maritime security. This is to ensure that illegal activities in the coastline like illegal fishing, illegal intrusion and illegal logging will be prevented,” said David.

Meanwhile, Ensign  Bernard Sabado, designated information officer of NFNL said the whole troop is certain that with the turnover of command, Commodore David will be a good leader.

“Commodore David is a competent commander based also on his excellent service records,” said Sabado.

Prior to his assignment in NFNL, Commodore David was the Deputy Commander of Naval Station Sangley Point in Cavite City.

He is a member of the PMA Class of 1983 and was assigned to various positions in the AFP.

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