The parade saw the passing on of command from the Out-going Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Fiifi Deegbe to the Incoming Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Abass Atuluk.

The Sector West Commander, Brigadier General Bruno Pisciotta, who was also the Guest of Honour, symbolically passed the UN flag from the out-going to the incoming commander.

In his speech, the Outgoing Commanding Officer expressed gratitude to the Officers, Men and Women of GHANBATT 85 for their professionalism and dedication to the peace efforts in Southern Lebanon.

He welcomed the Incoming Commanding Officer and wished him a successful tenure.

Lt Col Fiifi Deegbe was presented with a peace medal by Brigadier General Saikaly on behalf of the Lebanese Armed Forces for the contributions of his Battalion to the peace process in Lebanon.

Brigadier General Bruno Pisciotta expressed his satisfaction with the results of the activities of GHANBATT 85 during their one-year tour of duty in Lebanon, particularly along the Blue Line.

He described the Outgoing Commanding Officer as a charismatic and enthusiastic leader, who should be proud of his men and what they have achieved together.

Also present at the ceremony were Ghana's Honourary Counsel to Lebanon, Michel Haddad, Ghanaian Contingent Commander Colonel John Lawluvi, Commanders of the various battalions in the mission as well as staff officers of UNIFIL and some Mayors and Muktars.

The 2 Infantry Battalion of the Ghana Army forms the nucleus of UNIFIL GHANBATT 86 who will serve a one-year tour in South Lebanon.