Commander Defence Headquarters Garrison Decorates Newly Promoted Officers

Commander Defence Headquarters Garrison Decorates Newly Promoted Officers

The Commander Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Garrison, Major General Mike Alechenu has on Friday, 26 September 2025,decorated the newly promoted officers of DHQ Garrison following their promotion to the rank of Captain and Major in the Nigerian Army. The officers decorated were Lieutenant OD Udeze to the rank of Captain, Captain IB Okafor, Captain MU Ardo and Captain MM Idris to the rank of Major.The ceremony took place at Defence Headquarters Garrison Court Hall, Mogadishu Cantonment, Abuja.

In his goodwill message, the Special Adviser to the Chief of Defense staff, Air vice Marshal Bulus (Rtd) congratulated the newly promoted officers and reminded them that promotion comes with higher responsibility. He urged them to remain steadfast, sincere and committed to the values of integrity and professionalism, stressing that adherence to the rules of the system will guide them to greater heights.

Giving the vote of thanks on behalf of the beneficiaries, Major Muhammad Idris extended his sincere appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff for finding them worthy of elevation. He also appreciated the Commander DHQ Garrison, senior officers and family members for their steadfast guidance, mentorship and for honoring the occasion with their esteemed presence.

The event witnessed the presence the SGOH, the Director of Production Defence Headquarters, Air Vice marshal Birisi Keenam, Special Adviser to the Chief of defense staff Air vice Marshal Bulus (Rtd), The Director Peace Keeping Operations, Defence Headquarters, Major General Valentine Okoro, Honourable Joshua Obika, Member representing AMAC/Bwari Federal Constituency, Federal Capital Territory among other distinguished guests. Also present were senior officers, families and friends of the celebrants.

Highlights of the ceremony included the decoration of the senior officers and a group photograph.