4 Special Forces Command Holds Special Jumma’at Prayer and Interdenominational Church Service To Mark NADCEL 2026

4 Special Forces Command Holds Special Jumma’at Prayer and Interdenominational Church Service To Mark NADCEL 2026

As part of activities ear-marked for the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) the 4 Special Forces Command has held a Special Jumm’at Prayer and Inter-Denominational Church Service to commemorate the 63rd Anniversary of the Nigerian Army. The Jumma’t Prayer was held on 26 June at the 4 Special Forces Command Central Mosque while the Inter-Denominational Service was held on 28 June at St Andrew Military Church, all in Nigerian Army Cantonment Doma Nasarawa State.

In a Goodwill Message delivered at the Church Service the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt Gen Waidi Shaibu (NAM) stated that NADCEL avails the opportunity for the Nigerian Army to thank God for His mercies, celebrate its accomplishments, honour its heroes especially those that paid the supreme sacrifice and as well renew the Army’s commitment to the defence of our dear nation. The COAS also used the medium to appreciate the sacrifices, dedication, courage and professionalism of personnel in various operational theatrs across the country.

The COAS who was represented by the Commander 4 Special Forces Command Maj Gen Olurotimi Azubuike Awolo said for 163 years of its existence, the Nigerian Army has remained a symbol of patriotism as it has remained steadfast in discharging its constitutional responsibilities. In his words he maintained that ” the theme of this year’s NADCEL has been thoughtfully chosen to be “Protecting the Nation and Serving the People: A way Forward for the Nigerian Army”. Saying it is also serves “as a clarion call for introspection, renewal and rededication”. He added.

The COAS further appreciated the courage, professionalism and personnel’s collaborative efforts with sister agencies which he said led to the neutralisation of several criminal elements, dismantling of terrorists’ enclaves, rescuing hostages and restoring normalcy to communities. He reiterated his administration has continued to prioritize troops’ welfare by improving on accommodation, healthcare services, training opportunities, educational support amongst others.

Prior to the church service, a Special Jumm’at Prayer was held on Friday where prayers were offered for National unity and for members of the Armed Forces and their families. The COAS was represented during the Jumm’at Prayer by the Commandant Nigerian Army Special Forces School Brig Gen Umar Farouk Abubakar while the Command’s Imam Lt Col Hamisu Mustapha led the prayers.