CAMP EVANGELISTA, Cagayan de Oro City – In a formal Change of Chief of Office Ceremony, Master Sergeant Noel M. Patimo officially assumed his post as the new Division Sergeant Major (DSM) of the 4th Infantry (Diamond) Division, succeeding Master Sergeant Rey A. Viña. The ceremony, held at the 4ID Mess Hall, Camp Evangelista, Patag, Cagayan de Oro City, on March 25, 2025, was presided over by 4ID Commander, Major General Michele B. Anayron Jr.
In his address, Master Sergeant Patimo expressed his gratitude for the trust and confidence placed in him, pledging to uphold the highest standards of leadership, discipline, and professionalism. He committed to working closely with enlisted personnel to further enhance unity and operational effectiveness within the division.
This leadership transition underscores 4ID’s steadfast commitment to strong leadership, discipline, and operational excellence, ensuring the welfare and professional development of its enlisted personnel.
In a statement, Major General Anayron Jr. emphasized the vital role of the Division Sergeant Major in maintaining order, morale, and discipline among the troops. He noted that this leadership change marks another step toward reinforcing 4ID’s mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
“I urge every Diamond Trooper to extend the same level of cooperation and support to our newly installed DSM as you have given to his predecessor. Let us continue working together as a team and ensure that our collective efforts contribute to the broader achievements of the organization,” said Major General Anayron Jr.
