110 new CAFGUs beef up Army forces in Mindanao

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — To tighten security across Northern Mindanao and the Caraga region, the Army’s 4th Infantry Division (4ID) has deployed 110 newly trained community “lead scouts” to serve as force multipliers on the ground.

The new Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit (CAFGU) Active Auxiliaries (CAAs) completed their basic military training on Tuesday at the 4th Infantry Division Training School in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

The Army expects the new militiamen to augment regular troops by securing vital installations, gathering local intelligence, and supporting law enforcement agencies.

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Major Gen. Marion T. Angcao, 4ID commander, emphasized the CAFGU members’ crucial role as community-based frontliners, given their familiarity with the local terrain.

“As frontliners, you are one of the most important forces of our Armed Forces. Because of your experience, knowledge of the area, and courage, you make a significant contribution to protecting our communities,” Angcao said during the closing ceremony yesterday.

He noted that the CAAs act as the military’s eyes and ears on the ground, often spotting developments first and guiding regular forces toward the appropriate response.

“You are our lead scouts — the first to see, the first to recognize the situation, and the first to guide our forces toward the right and safe direction. That is why we are deeply grateful to our CAAs,” Angcao added./coa