The Nigerian Army Corps of Artillery on Friday pulled out seven major generals and 38 other senior officers of the corps after 35 years of meritorious service to the father land.
The pulling out ceremony is part of the routine activities of the Nigerian Army during which it disengages senior officers from its service.
A total of 45 officers belonging to the artillery corps that formally pulled out included seven major generals, 11 brigadier generals, 18 colonels, one Lt colonel, three majors and five captains.
The colourful event was held at the Nigerian Army School of Artillery-NASA in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State and attracted dignitaries from all walks of life who came to rejoice with the retired senior officers and their families.
In his valedictory speech on behalf of the retired officers, retiring Major-General Abubakar Tarfa expressed gratitude to God and the Nigerian Army for the privilege to serve the country for over…