The Nigerian Army has formally pulled out 10 senior retired officers in Lagos, marking the end of distinguished military careers with a colourful valedictory parade organised by the Army Finance Corps.
The ceremony, held on Friday at the Nigerian Army School of Signals Parade Ground in Apapa, Lagos, celebrated decades of dedicated service, leadership, and commitment to the Nigerian Army and its financial management arm.
Those honoured 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 issued on Saturday by Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 81 Division, the event attracted top military brass, retired officers, and notable civilian guests.
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 military career.
In his valedictory address, Major General Yusuf emphasised that the Nigerian military remains one of the few institutions that steadfastly uphold tradition, noting that these customs are central to the Army’s discipline, ethos, and collective identity.
He stated that the pulling-out parade demonstrated the continued strength of the Nigerian Army and the Finance Corps through the preservation of their noble heritage.
The retired general expressed gratitude to God Almighty for preserving the lives of the officers throughout their years of service and commended the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu NAM, for his unwavering support to the Nigerian Army Finance Corps.
He also acknowledged the dedication of the Chief of Accounts and Budget (Army), Major General TT Sidick, whose leadership and commitment ensured the successful hosting of the event.
The parade drew an impressive audience, including 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 family members of the retirees.
Highlights of the ceremony featured the traditional pull-out parade, a ceremonial march-past, and group photographs, followed by a reception at the Command Finance Office, where guests were entertained with music, comedy performances, a live band, and cultural displays, alongside assorted meals and refreshments.
