The Nigerian Army Finance Corps (NAFC) on Friday, February 6, 2026, held a colourful valedictory parade to honour nine retired senior officers of the Corps at the Nigerian Army School of Signals Parade Ground, Apapa, Lagos.
The Special Guest of Honour, Major General Kamal Ishola Yusuf (Rtd), described the ceremony as one of the most dignified valedictory parades he had ever witnessed, emphasising the importance of military traditions in sustaining discipline and unity within the armed forces.
“The military remains one of the few institutions that steadfastly uphold tradition. Such customs form the backbone of its identity and shape its discipline, ethos, and collective sense of purpose,” Yusuf said.
He noted that the pulling-out parade symbolised the Nigerian Army’s commitment to preserving and honouring its heritage, adding that the Finance Corps continues to thrive by maintaining these longstanding traditions.
The retired senior officers honoured at the ceremony included Major General KI Yusuf, Major General AA Fayemiwo, Major General J Mohammed, Major General RN Ochei, Major General MO Ihanuwaze, Major General M Galadima, Major General SA Gumel, Brigadier General EA Obona, Brigadier General AS Maikano, and Brigadier General MK Baba-Mallam.
Major General Yusuf expressed gratitude to God for preserving the lives of the retired officers throughout their years of service. He also commended the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for his continuous support to the Nigerian Army Finance Corps.
“I thank the Chief of Army Staff for his unwavering support to the Nigerian Army Finance Corps,” he said, while also acknowledging the dedication of the Chief of Accounts and Budget (Army), Major General TT Sidick, whose efforts contributed to the successful organisation of the ceremony.
The event attracted several dignitaries, including serving and retired senior officers of the Finance Corps, former Chiefs of Army Staff, Corps Commanders, Commandants of Defence and Nigerian Army institutions, formation commanders, captains of industry, heads of financial institutions, as well as family members, friends, and well-wishers of the retired officers.
Highlights of the ceremony included the pulling-out parade, a ceremonial march-past, and group photographs. Guests were later entertained at a reception held at the Command Finance Office, featuring musical performances, a comedy show, a live band, and cultural troupe displays, alongside refreshments.
Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, 81 Division Nigerian Army, confirmed details of the event in a statement.
