The Commander, Infantry Corps (CIC), Major General GM Mutkut, has told discharging soldiers of Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre (HQ ICC) that the sacrifices they made while in service would not be in vain.
He made the statement while delivering remarks during a send forth ceremony organized to honour the discharging soldiers at the HQ ICC on 13 October, 2026.
Major General Mutkut, congratulated the new veterans on the successful completion of 35 years of meritorious military service. He appreciated them for the sacrifices they made during their period in active service.
“You have served Nigeria, and proven yourselves beyond doubt. You will always be remembered for your sacrifices to fatherland. I pray that God Almighty may bless you in your future endeavours, and compensate you for your efforts, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the military and the nation at large.” He was quoted as saying in a statement on Wednesday by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations HQ ICC, Lt. Col. Polycarp Okoye.
The Army Commander further wished them long life, prosperity, and sound health.
The CIC further admonished the discharging soldiers to remain steadfast and committed to national development as they officially retire back to their respective constituencies.
He added……”you must recall the sacrifices your families made to endure the trauma, pains, and loneliness as a result of your consistent and lengthy absence from the home fronts. Please consider this retirement period as suitable opportunity for you all to reunite with them and strengthen loosed bonds.” He urged them to intensify care for their health, and ensure their families are well taken care of.
The Deputy Chief of Staff Logistics, Colonel MB Abdullahi, alongside the ICC Chief Clerk, Master Warrant Officer Abbas Muhammad, delivered goodwill messages to the discharging soldiers.
In a vote of thanks, the outgoing Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM), HQ ICC, Army Warrant Officer, Promise Gargea, appreciated God for the successful service to the nation and for granting them a peaceful retirement.
He thanked the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, NAM, for the opportunity given to him and all his colleagues to serve the Nigerian Army (NA); noting that the experience gained over the period would afford them the right disposition and ability to thrive in their respective future endeavours.
AWO Promise also appreciated the CIC, and all officers and men of the ICC for the support given to them especially during the last stages of their military careers. He pledged on behalf of the discharging soldiers to remain good ambassadors of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).
In appreciation for their selfless service to the nation, the CIC presented gift items to the discharging soldiers. The event was well attended by Principal Staff Officers of HQ ICC, officers, soldiers and their families.
