Posted to the Kalinaw News (Oct 21, 2020): Brigadier General Teofilo takes over as Joint Task Force-NCR Commander
CAMP GENERAL EMILIO AGUINALDO, Quezon City – Brigadier General Marceliano V. Teofilo formally assumed command of the Joint Task Force – National Capital Region (JTF-NCR) in a Change of Command Ceremony on October 20 at the AFP Commissioned Officer’s Country Club.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Gilbert I. Gapay presided over the ceremony that officially transferred the JTF-NCR command from Brigadier General Alex DC Luna to BGen. Teofilo.
The Joint Task Force-NCR is assigned to combat terrorism and insurgency in the area. It also acts as a support unit to the Philippine National Police in securing peace and order within Metro Manila.
“Considering JTF-NCR’s focus on preventing NPAs and other terrorist groups from operating and bringing their influence in Metro Manila, BGen. Teofilo’s experiences in various units of the ISAFP will be utilized to further intensify intelligence and counter-intelligence operations of this command,” General Gapay said.
BGen. Teofilo previously held positions in 203rd Brigade, 2ID as Commander and 2nd Infantry “Jungle Fighter” Division as Assistant Division Commander. He also served as the Commander of Joint Task Force Taal where he led response efforts during Taal Volcano’s eruption early this year.
General Gapay also praised the outgoing JTF-NCR Commander BGen. Luna. “BGen. Luna’s outstanding leadership enabled JTF-NCR to attain achievements worthy of our country’s acknowledgement and appreciation,” General Gapay stated.
During BGen. Luna’s stint as Commander, the JTF-NCR stepped up as one of the implementers of strict health protocols against COVID-19. They have also assisted the NCR Police Office by ensuring the safety of foreign delegates and venues during the Southeast Asian Games 2019. JTF-NCR also took an active part in crippling Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) operations through the newly-created Joint Intelligence Task Group.
“I therefore urge the entire TEAM JTF-NCR to give your all-out support to your new commander and together, as a team, you will surely surpass every challenge presented before you and bring honor to the AFP and our whole nation,” General Gapay said.
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