Lt Col Yusuf was promoted to Colonel by Nigerian Army Promulgation AHQ MS/G1/300/252/2 on December 19, 2024.
The rank’s seniority took effect on September 22, 2023.
Tinubu in his remarks after the decorations, said, “He is worthy of the promotion, and I am very happy for him. Nurudeen is a diligent and reliable officer with the right temperament. I believe he will go farther and farther in his profession.
“We are with you. We love and really care about you. We will continue to do so. Character defines man, and it has defined you. With your promotion, you are highly respected. From the bottom of my heart, I congratulate you. We thank God for you. May God bless our armed forces and keep them safe.”
He also commended the ADC’s wife for “keeping the home front steady, calm, and reliable” while he served the nation.
Kwara State Governor Abdul Rahman AbdulRazaq; National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; Minister for (State) Defence, Dr Bello Mohammad Matawalle; Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa; Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede, and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun attended the State House event.
The ADC’s family —mother, wife and daughter also attended the event.