By RismadarVoice Media
December 10, 2025
The Nigerian Army on Wednesday, December 10 decorated 28 senior officers with new ranks, urging them to justify their elevation through renewed dedication, loyalty, and service to the nation.
The ceremony, held at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess 1, Asokoro, Abuja, saw 28 Brigadier-Generals including one posthumously receive their insignia as Major-Generals.
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), who was the Special Guest of Honour, lauded the officers for their courage, professionalism, and years of selfless service.
He conveyed felicitations from President Bola Tinubu and assured that the government would continue to strengthen the Armed Forces with improved resources and operational capacity.
Earlier, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, described the event as a milestone, celebrating officers who have demonstrated integrity, competence, and loyalty.
He emphasised that the Army maintains a merit-driven, transparent, and fair promotion system, while ongoing efforts are being made to enhance morale and welfare through improved healthcare, upgraded infrastructure, conducive professional environment.
Representing the decorated officers, Major-General Francis Omata thanked President Tinubu for approving their promotions and pledged unwavering loyalty to national service.
He also commended the Minister of Defence and the Chief of Army Staff for their guidance and mentorship.
The event was attended by former President Goodluck Jonathan, Minister of State for Finance, members of the National Assembly, Service Chiefs, Inspector General of Police, former Service Chiefs, Corps Commanders, Commandants of training institutions, and the President of the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association, among others.
The promotions of the 28 officers were approved on November 27, 2025, alongside the elevation of 77 Colonels to Brigadier General.
