The Nigerian Army kicked off the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2024 with a nationwide Juma’at prayer service on Friday, June 28. Muslim faithful gathered at various Army formations and units, including the Guards Brigade Mosque in Abuja, to pray for the nation’s unity and success.
Army spokesman Major General Onyema Nwachukwu highlighted the importance of the prayer service, stating, “The Juma’at prayer is a key part of our activities to mark NADCEL 2024. We are thankful to Allah for the progress and successes achieved by the Nigerian Army over the past 161 years, and we pray for continued peace and unity in Nigeria.”
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, represented by Major General Usman Yusuf, Director General of the Land Forces Simulation Center, underscored the significance of the event. “We are gathered to seek Allah’s blessings for our ongoing success in all engagements. I urge all personnel to remain loyal, steadfast, and disciplined as they fulfill their constitutional duties.”
The Chief Imam, Captain Salisu Musa, led special prayers for the nation, the Armed Forces, and the country’s leaders. The event saw attendance from senior officers, soldiers, and their families, including Major General Abdulsalami Ibrahim, Chief of Policy and Plans, and Brigadier General Abubakar Garba, Provost Marshall.
“This collective display of faith and unity underscores the Army’s commitment to the nation’s well-being and their role in maintaining peace and stability,” said Major General Nwachukwu. “As we celebrate Nigerian Army Day, this prayer service is a poignant reminder of the importance of unity and divine guidance in our endeavors.”
