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Tuesday, 24 December 2024

NDA directors honoured with new ranks in prestigious ceremony

By Mohammed Tijjani

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) celebrated a significant milestone, as four of its directors were decorated with their new ranks of in a centralized investiture ceremony.

The Academy Public Relations Officer, Maj. Mohammed Maidawa stated in a statement issued on Tuesday in Kaduna.

Maidawa said the event, held at the Army Headquarters Command Mess WU Bassey, was attended by distinguished guests, including Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Musa, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, and Senate Committee Chairman on Army Senator Abdulazeez Yar'adua.

In his remarks, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, congratulated the promoted officers, emphasizing the importance of leadership, discipline, and hard work.

He said the COAS encouraged them to continue serving Nigeria with excellence and dedication.

Added that the Chief of Defence Staff, General CG Musa, also commended the officers, highlighting their commitment to the nation's security and well-being.

He said the ceremony saw Maj.Gen. John Ochai, Commandant of the NDA, alongside Mrs. Awolo, decorate Brigadier General OA Awolo with the insignia of Major General.

The Director of Finance, Brigadier General TT Siddick, received his new rank from the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede.

He said in related events, Commodore YS Idris was decorated to Rear Admiral at the Naval Headquarters, with Maj.Gen. Ochai and Mrs. Idris officiating the decoration.

Also Commodore DM Ndanusa, the Director of Administration, was likewise honored by Dr. Kana and Mrs. Ndanusa.

According to him the promotions are a testament to the NDA's commitment to excellence and its role in shaping the future of Nigeria's military leaders.

"As the NDA celebrates its 60th anniversary, this occasion serves as a reminder of the academy's rich history and tradition of producing exceptional officers, "Maidawa said.

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