SUSAN OKIRO CELEBRATES RETIREMENT AFTER 34 YEARS OF NURSING SERVICE IN THE UNITED STATES – ( Photos) SIXT-MEDIA LANE
Former IGP Mike Mbama Okiro’s younger sister honoured at a grand reception in Abuja
It was a memorable celebration of service, dedication and accomplishment on Sunday, October 11, 2026, as Susan Okiro, younger sister of former Inspector-General of Police and former Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Chief Sir Mike Mbama Okiro, celebrated her retirement after more than 34 years of service as a registered nurse in the United States of America.
The colourful retirement celebration brought together distinguished personalities and members of the society for an occasion marked by thanksgiving, joy, fellowship and appreciation for a career devoted to the noble profession of nursing.
The event commenced with a thanksgiving service at a Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja, where family members, friends and well-wishers gathered to thank God for Susan Okiro’s successful professional journey and the grace to reach the milestone of retirement after more than three decades of service.
Following the thanksgiving service, guests proceeded to the Nigerian Police Resource Centre in Jabi, Abuja, for the grand reception, which provided an opportunity for the celebrant to share the joy of her retirement with loved ones and other distinguished guests.
A CAREER DEDICATED TO SAVING LIVES
Susan Okiro’s retirement marks the culmination of more than 34 years of professional service in nursing in the United States, a career built around the responsibility of caring for patients, supporting families and contributing to the healthcare system.
Nursing remains one of the most demanding and compassionate professions, requiring professional competence, patience, dedication and a deep commitment to human welfare.
Her decades of service represent a significant personal and professional milestone, celebrating years of commitment to a vocation that places the health and well-being of others at its centre.
For many, retirement after such a lengthy career is not merely the end of a professional chapter but an opportunity to reflect on years of experience, sacrifices, achievements and the lives touched along the way.
Susan Okiro’s celebration therefore provided an occasion to appreciate her professional journey and the dedication associated with a lifetime of service in healthcare.
GRAND RECEPTION FILLED WITH JOY AND ENTERTAINMENT
The reception at the Nigerian Police Resource Centre was characterised by excitement, conviviality and an atmosphere of celebration.
Guests were treated to an abundance of food and drinks, while highlife music and Afro-inspired sounds provided entertainment throughout the occasion.
The musical performances added colour and liveliness to the gathering, as attendees relaxed, interacted and celebrated the retirement milestone with the celebrant and her family.
Hospitality was a prominent feature of the event, with guests enjoying the refreshments and entertainment provided for their comfort and satisfaction.
The occasion brought together family members, friends, associates and distinguished personalities who joined in celebrating a woman whose professional journey had reached a remarkable milestone.
A FAMILY CELEBRATION OF A REMARKABLE MILESTONE
The retirement celebration was also a special family occasion, particularly for the Okiro family, as they joined Susan in marking the successful completion of more than three decades of professional service.
Her elder brother, Chief Sir Mike Mbama Okiro, is a former Inspector-General of Police and former Chairman of the Police Service Commission, two prominent positions in Nigeria’s policing and public service institutions.
The celebration offered an opportunity for family members and well-wishers to express appreciation for the celebrant’s career and wish her well as she begins a new chapter of life.
Retirement, particularly after more than 34 years in a demanding profession, presents an opportunity to enjoy the rewards of years of hard work, spend more time with loved ones and pursue personal interests beyond the demands of a full-time career.
For Susan Okiro, the occasion marked a moment to celebrate the past while looking forward to the opportunities and experiences that lie ahead.
A NEW CHAPTER BEGINS
As the celebration drew attention to her long years in nursing, it also highlighted the value of dedication, professionalism and service to humanity.
Her retirement serves as a reminder of the contributions made by healthcare professionals across the world, many of whom spend decades caring for others and supporting the health and well-being of their communities.
The gathering ended on a celebratory note, with guests sharing goodwill, enjoying the music and expressing happiness over the successful retirement celebration.
For Susan Okiro, October 11, 2026, will remain a memorable date: the day family, friends and well-wishers came together in Abuja to celebrate more than 34 years of professional service and welcome her into a well-deserved new phase of life.
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