Abuja, NIGERIA — The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has decorated his Military Assistant, Shuaibu Mohammad, with the new rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
Okay News gathered that the decoration ceremony took place on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama. The event was jointly performed by General Nafiu and the officer’s wife, Mrs. Hauwa Muhammad, following Mohammad’s recent promotion from the rank of Major.
During the ceremony, General Nafiu praised the newly promoted officer as a diligent and dedicated professional who has consistently lived up to expectations. He emphasized that promotion is a gift from God earned through hard work, noting that the new rank carries higher responsibilities and a greater call to service within the Nigerian Army and the NYSC.
In his response, Lieutenant Colonel Muhammad expressed his gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for the elevation. He described the promotion as a mandate for renewed commitment and loyalty to the nation, while also thanking the NYSC management and staff for their mentorship and continued support.
The Acting Director of the Special Duties Department, Mr. George Mfongang, added that the decoration was a formal recognition of years of sacrifice and disciplined service. The promotion comes at a busy period for the scheme, as it prepares for the upcoming service year and continues its collaboration with military authorities to ensure the safety and welfare of corps members nationwide.
