AFCSC Holds First-Ever Joint Graduation Ceremony for Senior Course 47 and Junior Course 100
Jaji, Kaduna State,
December 19, 2025
The Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Nigeria, on Friday, December 19, 2025, marked a historic milestone by holding its first-ever Joint Graduation Ceremony for Senior Course 47 and Junior Course 100 at the AVM AO Ogundana Officers’ Mess, Jaji Military Cantonment, Kaduna State.
The ceremony was graced by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as the Special Guest of Honour. Commending the College for ending the 2025 training year on a high note, President Tinubu congratulated the graduates and described the occasion as a reaffirmation of the enduring values of discipline, dedication, and patriotism that define the Nigerian Armed Forces. He reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture through the modernization of the Armed Forces, enhanced joint operations, capacity development, and improved welfare of personnel.
Represented at the event by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, CON, the President also emphasized the importance of professionalism, loyalty to constitutional authority, civil-military cooperation, and adherence to democratic principles as essential in addressing Nigeria’s multi-dimensional security challenges.
In his Welcome Address, the Commandant of AFCSC, Air Vice Marshal Hassan Idris Alhaji, described the joint graduation as the culmination of the 2025 Training Year.
He noted that the College trained two Junior Courses and one Senior Staff Course using a contemporary and realistic curriculum designed to build an integrated modern force anchored on discipline, decisiveness, and diligence, capable of navigating the complexities of the modern battlespace.
Air Vice Marshal Alhaji highlighted that today’s security environment is defined by rapidly evolving threats, requiring adaptability, intelligent use of technology, cultural awareness, and strategic foresight.
He also acknowledged the contribution of international students from across Africa, noting that their diverse perspectives significantly enriched the College’s training outcomes.
The event was attended by notable dignitaries, including the Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, represented by Deputy Governor Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe; former Governor of Benue State, His Excellency Dr. Samuel Ortom; the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen OO Oluyede; and the Service Chiefs. Other guests included government functionaries, principal staff officers from Defence and Services Headquarters, and members of the Diplomatic Corps.
Key highlights of the ceremony included the conferment of the Pass Staff Course and Pass Junior Staff Course certificates on the graduates, presentation of awards to outstanding students, presentation of souvenirs to the Special Guest of Honour and other special guests, and group photographs celebrating the occasion.
The historic joint graduation underscored AFCSC’s commitment to producing highly skilled, disciplined, and adaptable military leaders capable of contributing to the nation’s security and regional stability.
