Navy Promotes 146 Senior Officers To Next Ranks
The Nigerian Navy Board has approved the promotion of 146 senior officers to higher ranks, marking a significant career milestone for the affected personnel.
A statement by Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, the Navy spokesperson, announced that 24 Commodores have been elevated to the rank of Rear Admiral, 26 Captains to Commodore, and 96 Commanders to the rank of Captain.
Congratulatory Message from the Naval Chief
Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, the Chief of the Naval Staff, congratulated the newly promoted officers and urged them to redouble their dedication to duty. He emphasized the importance of loyalty to the nation and encouraged them to excel in their responsibilities.
Newly Promoted Rear Admirals
The officers elevated to Rear Admiral include:
- Ibrahim Mohammed-Katsina
- Suleman Dahun
- Gideon Jinjirim Kachim
- Abolade Olanrele Ogunleye
- Seminu Adisa Adepegba
- Bob-Manuel Kokoete Effiong
- Yusuf Sani Idris
- Danjuma Mohammed Ndanusa
- Ifeanyi Chidi Okpala
- Mushin Yahaya Abba
- Victor Dabess Choji
- Vincent Burabari Gbaranwi
- Madumom Ide
- Desmond Okechukwu Igbo
- Kolawale Olumide Oguntuga
- Adedokun John Siyanbade
- Raheem Taofeek
- Kabiru Tanimu
- Bai Haruna Sabo
- Jonathan Ojone Ajodo
- Paul Efe-Oghene
- Musliu Olatokunbo Yussuff
- Abiodun Alade
- Samuel Innocent Ngatuwa
Promoted Commodores
Those elevated to the rank of Commodore include:
- Mohammed Ahmed Abdullahi
- Kabir Umar Rabiu
- Bashir Abubakar
- Olayinka Ayodele Aliu
- Uche Aneke
- Temitope Adeshola Bamidele
- Ekuma Raphael Ekuma
- Nsikan Friday
- Ibrahim Ari Gwaska
- Maksum Abdullahi Mohammed
- Mutalib Ibikunle Raji
- Murtala Aminu Rogo
- Umar Saidu
- Aminu Shehu
- Mohammed Saghir Shettima
- Jelani Umar
- Olusegun Abiodun Awofe
- Manga Salisu Danjuma
- Mohammed Auwal Jibrilla
- Adamu Mohammed Mohammed
- Kelechi Kingsley Ogbonna
- Makanjuola Yakub Olowu
- Saidu Sulaiman
- Yahaya Jaja Muhammed
- Sylvester Kennedy Ogogo
- Babatunde Usman Quadri
The Navy’s commitment to rewarding excellence and hard work continues to drive its operational effectiveness and morale. The newly promoted officers are expected to contribute significantly to the Navy’s mission and national security goals.
