NIGERIAN ARMY FINANCE CORPS HOLDS VALEDICTORY PARADE FOR 10 RETIRED SENIOR OFFICERS

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Nigerian Army Finance Corps on Friday held a valedictory parade to honour 10 retired senior officers, celebrating their years of service and contributions to the Corps.

The retirees include Major Generals KI Yusuf, AA Fayemiwo, J Mohammed, RN Ochei, MO Ihanuwaze, M Galadima, SA Gumel, and Brigadier Generals EA Obona, AS Maikano, and MK Baba-Mallam.

According to a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, 81 Division, the parade took place at the Nigerian Army School of Signals Parade Ground in Apapa, Lagos.

The Special Guest of Honour, Major General Kamal Ishola Yusuf (retd.), described the ceremony as “one of the most colourful and dignified parades he had witnessed.” In his valedictory speech, he emphasised the role of tradition in the military, noting that customs form the backbone of the Army’s discipline, ethos, and collective sense of purpose.

He further stated that the pulling-out parade was a testament to the Nigerian Army and the Finance Corps’ continued growth and respect for their heritage. Major General Yusuf also thanked God for preserving the lives of the retirees and appreciated the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu NAM, for his support.

The Chief of Accounts and Budget (Army), Major General TT Sidick, was acknowledged for his tireless efforts in ensuring the success of the event.

The parade attracted serving and retired officers, former Chiefs of Army Staff, Corps Commanders, commandants of defence institutions, formation commanders, captains of industry, heads of financial institutions, and families of the retirees.

Highlights of the ceremony included a pulling-out parade, ceremonial march-past, and group photographs. Dignitaries were later treated to a reception at the Command Finance Office featuring musical interludes, a comedy show, live band, cultural troupe displays, sumptuous meals, and assorted drinks.

The event celebrated the dedication and legacy of the retirees while reinforcing the Corps’ commitment to honouring its traditions and heritage.