Major General AK Ibrahim Tasks Newly Promoted NDA Officers To Strive For Excellence

Major General AK Ibrahim Tasks Newly Promoted NDA Officers To Strive For Excellence

The Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Major General AK Ibrahim OFR, has charged 4 newly promoted senior officers of the Academy to remain steadfast in the pursuit of excellence as they carry out their duties.

He gave the charge during the investiture ceremony held in honour of the senior officers on Friday, 17 October 2025, at the NDA Officers’ Mess and Golf Club, Afaka.

The newly decorated officers, who were all promoted from the rank of Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel in the Nigerian Army, are Colonel HZ Babayo, Colonel I Omeaniba, Colonel US Dabo, and Colonel GN Odo.

Addressing the officers shortly after the decoration, Major General Ibrahim congratulated them on their well-deserved promotion and urged them to see the elevation as the beginning of a new phase in their military careers. He reminded them that promotion comes with higher expectations and greater responsibilities.

The Commandant emphasised that the promotions were the result of hard work, dedication, and diligence, as well as recognition of the officers’ potential by the Armed Forces. He urged them not to betray the confidence reposed in them but to remain committed to continuous learning, discipline, and professionalism.

He further advised the newly promoted officers to take good care of their families and ensure that their new ranks reflect positively at home.

Also speaking at the event, the Deputy Commandant, Air Vice Marshal A Abdulkadir, congratulated the senior officers and noted that their promotion was a reward for sacrifice and dedication. He encouraged them to remain disciplined, motivated, and focused in the discharge of their duties.

Delivering the vote of thanks on behalf of the newly promoted officers, Colonel HZ Babayo expressed gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General OO Oluyede NAM, for approving their promotion. He reaffirmed their collective resolve to remain loyal to the nation and to continue contributing their best to the growth and development of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

He also appreciated the Commandant, Major General Ibrahim, for his inclusive leadership, and extended thanks to all principal staff officers, officers, civilian staff, families, and well-wishers who graced the occasion.

The event featured the presentation of certificates of Honours and awards to deserving Nigerian Army officers, followed by group photographs to mark the memorable occasion.