In Kaduna, Nigerian Army Celebrates Four Dedicated Officers As
The Nigerian Army's 1 Division marked a significant day of gratitude in Kaduna as it honored four retiring personnel — MWO Ladi Mustapha, MWO Oche Sunday, WO Obile Mu'azu, and Mr Oyagha Theophilus — in a heartfelt send-off ceremony led by Major General Abubakar Wase.
Celebrating a Legacy of Service in Kaduna
The Nigerian Army's 1 Division marked a significant day of gratitude and respect as it honored four retiring personnel in a heartfelt send‑off ceremony held at the 1 Division Auditorium on Wednesday. The event, led by the General Officer Commanding 1 Division and Commander of the Sector 1 Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Abubakar Wase, was designed to recognize the unwavering dedication, loyalty, and sacrifice of the veterans over the years they served the nation.
According to Punch and the Nigerian Army X post, the ceremony was hosted to recognise personnel for their years of dedicated service, loyalty and sacrifice to the nation.
What GOC Wase Said
Major General Wase opened the ceremony by applauding the retirees for their “steadfast commitment and invaluable contributions.” He highlighted how the event underscored the deep bond and esprit de corps that unites Army personnel, transcending rank and file. The General emphasized that such gestures are a testament to the Army's institutional culture of honoring those who have served with distinction.
He said the ceremony demonstrated the “deep bond and esprit de corps” among army personnel, adding that such relationships transcend rank and file. The gesture reflects the Nigerian Army's institutionalised culture of appreciating personnel who have served the nation meritoriously.
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During his speech, the GOC urged the veterans to “judiciously invest and manage” their retirement benefits as they transition into civilian life. He reminded them that they remain part of the Nigerian Army family, encouraging them to maintain ties with the military community and uphold the discipline and standards they cultivated during their service. “Your legacy lives on through the values you instilled in your fellow soldiers,” Wase told the gathered audience.
He also assured them that they would remain members of the Nigerian Army family, urging them to maintain their ties with the military community and uphold the high standards of discipline associated with their service.
Meet the Honoured Officers - Full List Verified
The ceremony celebrated four distinguished officers: Master Warrant Officer (MWO) Ladi Mustapha of Headquarters 1 Division; MWO Oche Sunday, Chief Clerk, Headquarters 1 Division; Warrant Officer Obile Mu'azu of Headquarters 1 Division; and Mr. Oyagha Theophilus of 1 Division Finance. Each officer received a personalized certificate, a commemorative medal, and a special gift to mark their retirement milestone. The event concluded with a group photo that captured the camaraderie and shared history of the four veterans.
Voices of Gratitude and Reflection
Speaking on behalf of the retirees, MWO Oche Sunday expressed profound appreciation for the leadership and mentorship provided by the 1 Division command. He thanked the GOC for guiding and encouraging him throughout his career. “The experiences and memories I gathered during my service will remain invaluable assets as I embark on the next chapter of my life,” Sunday said, reflecting the sentiment shared by his fellow honorees.
He thanked the command for the “guidance, mentorship, and unwavering encouragement” they received throughout their careers. The ceremony ended with presentation of special gifts and souvenirs to the retirees, followed by group photographs.
Context: 1 Division Active In North-West
This honour comes days after 1 Division deployed 87 newly trained soldiers of 90 Regular Intake to Operation FANSAN YAMMA theatres after Exercise Shining Star X/26 at Dalet Barracks, Kawo, Kaduna. Major General Abubakar Sadique Muhammad Wase is leading clearance operations against banditry in Kaduna, Kano, Katsina and Zamfara.
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