The celebration, held at the iconic Place de l’Amazone in Cotonou, featured a display of military professionalism and cultural pride. AdvertisementInvited by the host nation, the Nigerian contingent delivered a performance that stood out as one of the major highlights of the event. Led by the Commander of the 9 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Ayokunle Olufemi Owolabi, the Nigerian contingent thrilled dignitaries and spectators with a march-past executed in both slow and quick time. AdvertisementThe peak of Nigeria’s participation was a silent drill display by the Nigerian Army. Also representing Nigeria at the historic occasion were Her Excellency Mopelola Adeola-Ibrahim, Ambassador of Nigeria to the Republic of Benin, and Colonel S.A. Yahaya, the Nigerian Defence Attache to the Republic of Benin.