The Headquarters Directorate of Chaplain Services (Protestant), Nigerian Army, on Monday 27 October 2025, witnessed a graceful change of leadership as Lt Col (Rev) BP Nyam officially assumed command as Acting Director, succeeding Lt Col (Ven) MO Amuluche, who bowed out after years of faithful and distinguished service.
In his valedictory remarks, Lt Col (Ven) Amuluche expressed profound gratitude to God for His faithfulness throughout nearly 35 years of meritorious service to the Nigerian Army and the Chaplaincy. He commended the cooperation and dedication of officers, soldiers, and civilian staff, whose teamwork, he noted, contributed significantly to the success of his administration.
Reflecting on his years of service, the outgoing Director underscored the virtues of loyalty, commitment, and unity of purpose as essential drivers of institutional progress. He charged all personnel to remain disciplined and to extend unwavering support to the incoming Director, stressing that leadership thrives where loyalty and cooperation prevail.
In his inaugural address, Lt Col (Rev) BP Nyam appreciated God for the privilege to serve and paid tribute to his predecessor for his visionary leadership, spiritual depth, and administrative excellence. He pledged to build on the achievements recorded under Lt Col (Ven) Amuluche’s stewardship while fostering greater synergy, spiritual renewal, and operational effectiveness within the Directorate.
He called on all personnel to embrace teamwork and uphold the core values of the Nigerian Army in the discharge of their spiritual and professional duties. He further affirmed the need for cooperation to advance the mission and vision of the Chaplaincy to new heights.
Highlights of the events were the formal signing of the handover documents which symbolize the transfer of administrative authority from the outgoing to the incoming Director. The ceremony also featured the lowering of the old flag and the hoisting of the new flag which signified a smooth and honorable change of leadership. Other key highlights were prayers, goodwill messages, and a group photograph.
The ceremony which was attended by officers, soldiers, and staff of the Directorate ended on a note of gratitude and renewed commitment to service, marking a smooth and dignified change of command at the Headquarters Directorate of Chaplain Services (Protestant).
