By; SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri
The Director Army Public Relations (APR), Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu has decorated three senior officers of the Directorate who were privileged to be among the beneficiaries of Major to Lieutenant Colonel promotion approved by the Army Council for the year 2022.
A statement issued on Saturday by. Director Army Public Relations, Army Headquarters Abuja, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu and made available to newsmen in Maiduguri, said giving his remarks during the ceremony, the Director congratulated the senior officers for a well deserved elevation, adding that the promotion is a confirmation of their loyalty, dedication and commitment towards supporting the NA in achieving its constitutional mandate.
Brigadier General Nwachukwu enjoined the promoted officers to redouble their efforts as promotion comes with additional responsibility. He further urged them to ensure that the benefits that come with their new ranks are utilized to improve their families’ welfare.
Expressing appreciation, Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni on behalf of the newly promoted officers, thanked the the Army Council and the Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Faruk Yahaya for finding them worthy to be promoted.
He also expressed his gratitude to the Director Army Public Relations for his guidance which propelled them to attain the enviable feat in their chosen career.
Officers decorated include, Shuaibu Umar, and Ibrahim Shittu.
The event was attended by senior officers, families of the beneficiaries, invited guests among others.
