The Nigerian Army Finance Corps (NAFC) on Friday, 6 February 2026, held a colourful and dignified valedictory parade to honour retired senior officers of the Corps at the Nigerian Army School of Signals.
The Special Guest of Honour, Kamal Ishola Yusuf (Rtd), described the ceremony as one of the most colourful and well-organised valedictory parades he had witnessed in his military career. In his valedictory address, Major General Yusuf подчеркed that the military remains one of the few institutions that steadfastly preserve tradition, noting that such customs form the backbone of its identity, discipline, ethos, and collective sense of purpose.
He affirmed that the pulling-out parade was a clear testament that the Nigerian Army and the Finance Corps continue to flourish by preserving and honouring their noble heritage.
The retired senior officers celebrated at the event include 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 Almighty for preserving their lives throughout their years of meritorious service. He also appreciated the Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, for his unwavering support to the Nigerian Army Finance Corps. Special commendation was extended to the Chief of Accounts and Budget (Army), Major General TT Sidick, for his dedication and leadership, which contributed significantly to the success of the event.
The ceremony attracted a distinguished audience comprising 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 families, friends, and well-wishers of the retired officers.
Highlights of the event included the traditional pulling-out parade, a ceremonial march-past, and group photographs. The celebrations concluded with a reception at the Command Finance Office, featuring musical interludes, comedy performances, a live band, cultural troupe displays, and a lavish reception for invited guests.
