By Clement Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander, Operation ENDURING PEACE, Maj.-Gen. Maxwell Dangana, has charged newly promoted senior military officers to justify the confidence reposed in them by their respective services through professionalism, discipline and exemplary leadership.
Dangana gave the charge on Saturday during the decoration ceremony of the newly promoted officers with their new ranks at the Rhino Officers’ Mess, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos.
Congratulating the officers on their promotions, the GOC described their elevation as recognition of their dedication, commitment and contributions to the Armed Forces.
He urged them to regard their new ranks not merely as symbols of authority and achievement but as increased responsibilities and a renewed call to service.
The Army commander further charged the officers to remain steadfast, diligent and disciplined while maintaining the highest standards of integrity in the discharge of their duties.
He emphasised the need for exemplary leadership, adherence to the core values of the Armed Forces and sustained commitment to their respective services.
The officers decorated at the ceremony included Commander JU Abdullahi, who was promoted to the rank of Navy Captain, while seven Lieutenant Colonels — GY Mohammed, D Yakubu, A Kadiri, KY Olorunishola, TG Apase, AO Akindele and MZ Garba — were elevated to the rank of Colonel.
Speaking on behalf of the newly promoted officers, Navy Captain JU Abdullahi expressed appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, and the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, for finding them worthy of their new ranks.
He assured the military leadership that the officers would reciprocate the confidence reposed in them through renewed dedication, professionalism and commitment to their respective services.
Abdullahi also thanked the GOC for his guidance and for personally decorating the officers despite his demanding schedule.
He equally appreciated the heads of security agencies, serving and retired senior military officers, invited guests, friends and family members for their support and presence at the ceremony.
Highlights of the event included goodwill messages and words of advice from serving and retired senior officers, as well as group photographs with the newly promoted officers, guests and their families.
The ceremony was attended by senior military officers, heads of security agencies, invited guests, friends and family members of the newly promoted personnel.
The statement was signed by Lieutenant Colonel Olumide Victor Olukoya, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Division Nigerian Army, on November 14, 2026.
