The Nigerian Army Finance Corps on Friday held a valedictory pulling-out parade in Lagos to celebrate 10 senior officers who have retired from active service.

The colourful ceremony took place at the Nigerian Army School of Signals Parade Ground, Apapa, and featured ceremonial displays, tributes, and a grand reception attended by military leaders, families, and dignitaries.

The retirees honoured at the event included 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 Lt. Col. Musa Yahaya, Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, 81 Division, the event drew wide attendance from serving and retired officers, former Chiefs of Army Staff, corps commanders, captains of industry, and families of the honourees.

Valedictory Speech

Delivering his remarks, retired Major General Kamal Ishola Yusuf, who served as Special Guest of Honour, described the occasion as one of the most “colourful and dignified parades” he had ever witnessed.

“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,” he said.

He noted that the pulling-out parade was a testament to the Army’s commitment to honouring its heritage.

Major General Yusuf expressed gratitude to God for preserving the lives of the retirees and thanked the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for his support to the Finance Corps.

He also acknowledged the efforts of Major General TT Sidick, Chief of Accounts and Budget (Army), in ensuring the success of the ceremony.

The event featured a ceremonial march-past, group photographs, and the symbolic pulling-out parade of the retired officers.

It culminated in a grand reception at the Command Finance Office, where guests enjoyed live band performances, cultural troupe displays, comedy interludes, and traditional meals.