{
  "id": 14425226,
  "title": "Army commander honours retiring soldiers after 35 years of service",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/army-commander-honours-retiring-soldiers-after-35-years-of-service-14425226",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T10:36:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/army-commander-honours-retiring-soldiers-after-35-years-of-service/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Major General GM Mutkut, the Commander of the Infantry Corps, honored soldiers who have completed their 35 years of service at a farewell ceremony held at the Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre. Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Polycarp Okoye, announced the event on the Nigerian Army’s X handle.\n\nDuring the ceremony, Major General Mutkut praised the retirees for their dedication, commitment, and contributions to the Nigerian Army and the country. He assured them that their sacrifices would be remembered and that he prayed for their future prosperity and well-being.\n\nMutkut also acknowledged the sacrifices made by the soldiers' families during their years of military service. He urged the retirees to reunite with their families during their retirement period and to continue contributing positively to their communities. He urged them to prioritize their health and ensure the welfare of their families remained a priority in their new lives.\n\nIn addition, the Deputy Chief of Staff Logistics and ICC Chief Clerk commended the soldiers for their service, while the outgoing Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) thanked God for the opportunity to serve the nation and expressed appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff for the chance to serve in the Nigerian Army. He also pledged that the retirees would uphold military values and serve as ambassadors for the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).\n\nThe retirees were presented with gift items as a mark of appreciation for their selfless service. The ceremony was attended by Principal Staff Officers, other officers, and soldiers, as well as family members of the retirees.",
  "summary": "The Commander of the Infantry Corps, Maj Gen GM Mutkut, has honoured soldiers retiring from the Nigerian Army after 35 years of meritorious service. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-commander-honours-retiring-soldiers-after-35-years-of-service/",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Army commander honours retiring soldiers after 35 years of service",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/army-commander-honours-retiring-soldiers-after-35-years-of-service",
        "published": "2026-10-14T10:20:54.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}