Commander 3 Brigade Honbours 22 Retiring Soldiers After 35 Years Of Meritorious Service

The Commander, 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Saka Jimoh, has honoured 22 Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs) of Headquarters 3 Brigade and its affiliated units for their 35 years of dedicated and meritorious service to the Nigerian Army and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The retiring personnel were celebrated at a send-off ceremony held at the Brigade Auditorium on Thursday, 15 October 2026. In recognition of their invaluable contributions, sacrifices and unwavering commitment to national service, the retirees received cash gifts and other items as tokens of appreciation for their distinguished years in uniform.

Addressing the gathering, Brigadier General Jimoh expressed delight at the successful completion of the retirees’ military careers, commending them for their loyalty, discipline and steadfast commitment to duty throughout their years of service.

He described the occasion as a fitting tribute to their courage, patriotism and selfless dedication, noting that their contributions had played a significant role in enhancing the operational effectiveness and overall mission accomplishment of the Nigerian Army.

The Commander emphasised that military service demands considerable sacrifice, often requiring personnel to remain separated from their loved ones, endure challenging conditions and place the interests of the nation above personal comfort. He noted that the retirees’ 35 years of service reflected a profound sense of duty and commitment to the defence of the country.

Brigadier General Jimoh urged the retirees to remain worthy ambassadors of the Nigerian Army, uphold the values of discipline and integrity, and use their wealth of experience to mentor younger generations. He further encouraged them to remain actively involved in their communities and contribute meaningfully to national development.

He also advised the retirees to embrace retirement with optimism, describing it as the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities for personal growth and meaningful contributions to society. He encouraged them to plan carefully, manage their resources prudently, acquire additional skills where necessary, and prioritise their health and general well-being.

In his remarks, the outgoing Brigade Regimental Sergeant Major, Master Warrant Officer Suleiman Mohammed, who spoke on behalf of the 22 retiring personnel, expressed profound appreciation to Brigadier General Jimoh for the honour bestowed upon them after 35 years of meritorious service.

He commended the Commander for his generosity, encouragement and commitment to personnel welfare, describing the gesture as a demonstration of leadership that recognises and appreciates the sacrifices of soldiers who have devoted the greater part of their lives to serving the nation.

The ceremony was followed by a luncheon organised in honour of the retiring soldiers, during which the Commander, 3 Brigade, Brigadier General Saka Jimoh, joined other senior officers, officers and soldiers to celebrate the retirees and appreciate their 35 years of dedicated and meritorious service to the Nigerian Army.