The Director General, Land Forces Simulation Centre Nigeria, Major General MB Wabili has decorated Captain JU Jibrilla with his new rank of Major, following his recent promotion in the Nigerian Army.
A statement signed by Lieutenant Adebisi Julius Adewole,Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations,Land Forces Simulation Center Nigeria said the decoration ceremony was conducted alongside similar ceremonies held across various units and formations of the Nigerian Army to formally decorate newly promoted officers with their new ranks.
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At the Land Forces Simulation Centre Nigeria, Major JU Jibrilla was decorated by the Director General and the newly promoted senior office’s wife.
In his remarks, the Director General congratulated Major Jibrilla on his elevation from the rank of Captain to Major, describing the promotion as both a recognition of his service and an indication of increased professional responsibility.
He noted that the new rank has now placed him in the category of senior officers where he is expected to contribute more meaningfully to decision-making and proffer solutions to contemporary challenges within the Army organisation. He further urged Maj Jibrilla to, as a demonstration of his gratitude, remain totally loyal to Mr President C-in- C , the Chief of Army Staff, the Nigerian Army and Nigeria.
Earlier, senior officers who spoke at the ceremony congratulated the newly promoted Major and reminded him that promotion ultimately comes from God. They encouraged him to sustain his commitment to duty, seek guidance and advice from his superiors, and maintain a cordial and productive relationship with his subordinates.
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In his vote of thanks, Major Jibrilla expressed appreciation to the Nigerian Army as an institution and the military system for finding him worthy of this promotion. He also extended his appreciation to the Director General, senior officers, colleagues, family members and well-wishers for their support and goodwill. He acknowledged the significance of his promotion and the confidence reposed in him, assuring the gathering of his continued dedication to duty and commitment to discharging his responsibilities effectively.
Besides the Director General, the ceremony was attended by the Deputy Director, Operations, Colonel HI Mbe; Acting Deputy Director, Training and Services, Lieutenant Colonel EC Osondu; Acting Deputy Director, Capacity Development and Lessons Learnt, I Ekoh and other senior officers of the centre as well as the parents and family members of the newly promoted senior officer, staff of the Centre and other well-wishers. The event was hitch-free.
