Nigerian Army Marks 162 Years Of Service, Reflects On Legacy

NADCEL: GOC Calls For Prayers To Overcome Security Challenges - Voice of Nigeria Broadcasting Service

The General Officer Commanding (GOC), of 8 Division Nigerian Army Sokoto, and Commander Sector 2 North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, has urged Nigerians to continue to pray for the success of army personnel participating in various theatre of operations across the country. Ibikunle Ajose made the call during a special Juma’at prayer organised by the division as part of 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebrations ( NADCEL) on…

NADCEL 2025: Nigerian Army Kicks Off 162nd Anniversary Celebrations - Global Upfront Newspapers

The Nigerian Army (NA) on Friday 27 June 2025 commenced activities marking its 162nd anniversary. The event popularly known as the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, commenced with special Juma’at prayers conducted across all its formations and units. In a statement, Spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said that this year’s celebration themed “Developing the Soldier First Concept: Imperative for the N…

Nigerian Army Marks 162 Years Of Service, Reflects On Legacy

The Nigerian Army has marked its 162nd anniversary with a solemn celebration of its rich history, achievements, and commitment to national and global peace. Speaking during the commemoration held at Giginya Jumaat mosque in Sokoto, the special guest of honour, General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, who was represented by the Chief of Staff Headquarters 8 Division, Brigad…

Nigerian Army @162: Prayers offered for Nigeria’s unity,  peace in Kaduna

The 1 Division Nigerian Army on Friday offered a special prayers for peace and unity in NIgerian in commemoration of the Nigerian Army at 162. By Mohammad TijjaniThe 1 Division Nigerian Army on Friday offered a special prayers for peace and unity in NIgerian in commemoration of the Nigerian Army at 162. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the special prayers were held at the division’s Central Mosque, Ribadu Cantonment, Kaduna. NAN als…