By Mariam Sanni
The Commandant of Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre, NAFRC, Air Vice Marshal Nnaemeka Ilo, has urged retirees to apply the entrepreneurial and vocational skills acquired at the Centre as they transition into civilian life as he congratulated them on the successful completion of the course .
He stated this during his remark at the Passing Out Ceremony (POC) of the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC) Pre-Discharge Course 1/2026, Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service and a special Juma’at Prayer held in Lagos.
The Interdenominational Thanksgiving Service, at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, NAFRC, Oshodi, brought together Christian trainees, staff, family members and well-wishers in an atmosphere of worship and thanksgiving.
The service afforded participants the opportunity to reflect on God’s faithfulness throughout their military careers and during the six-month resettlement training programme.
Speaking during the service, the Commandant described the occasion as a moment of gratitude and reflection.
He further charged them to remain worthy ambassadors of the Armed Forces by upholding the values of discipline, integrity, patriotism and selfless service.
Representing the Commandant, Navy Captain MR Adamu noted that retirement presents an opportunity for personnel to spend quality time with their families while applying the knowledge and experience acquired during their years of service and training.
He urged the trainees to remain good ambassadors of the Armed Forces by promoting peace, mentoring younger generations and contributing positively to the development of their communities.
In his message, the Chaplain, Navy Captain Robert Oparaji, encouraged the retiring personnel to continue contributing positively to society through exemplary conduct and by utilizing the wealth of experience gained during their years in service.
He urged them to remain committed to nation-building and maintain cordial relationships within their communities.
Delivering the sermon titled “Give Thanks to God,” Army Warrant Officer Stanley Ebuwa emphasized the importance of gratitude and faith at every stage of life.
He reminded the congregation of God’s mercies throughout their years of service and encouraged them to continually offer thanks and praise to Him.
Earlier, the Centre held a special Juma’at Prayer at the NAFRC Central Mosque for Muslim faithful as part of the Passing Out Ceremony activities.
The religious activities formed an integral part of the Passing Out Ceremony programme, providing participants with the opportunity to seek divine guidance and blessings as they prepare to begin a new phase of life after military service.
The events also underscored the Centre’s commitment to fostering spiritual growth, moral values and responsible citizenship among retiring personnel.
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