The Nigerian Air Drive (NAF) has promoted 4 (4) of its senior officers on the rank of Group Captains to Air Commodore even because the promoted officers commenced their retirement from service.
A press release by NAF Spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, stated the officers who have been lauded for his or her dedication and loyalty to Service, have commenced retirement forthwith following their ornament with their new ranks.
“The promotion of those officers, performed outdoors the everyday promotion timeline, showcased the profound contributions they’ve made to each the NAF and the nation,” he stated.
The Chief of the Air Workers, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar counseled the officers, for his or her extraordinary dedication and the numerous influence they’ve had on the NAF.
The officers honoured embrace Air Commodore John Azubuike Opara, two NAF Chaplains and Imam, Air Commodores Okechukwu Godson Okoye, David Ajar Ahmadu, and Tahir Bin-Isah.
Air Cdre Opara was celebrated for his excellent efficiency as an astute administration officer.
The CAS stated Air Commodore Opara, regardless of earlier challenges confronted in his promotion journey, has being unwaveringly devoted, affirming the idea that “delay just isn’t denial.”
He additionally described him as one of many few extremely skilled, dynamic and versatile administration officers who made important and memorable contributions to the attainment of NAF operational targets.
Talking on the opposite three officers, the Chief of the Air Workers stated they have been accountable for fostering unity and mutual respect throughout completely different faiths inside and outdoors the Service, and their dedication to the emotional and religious well-being of NAF personnel was acknowledged as a cornerstone of NAF’s ethical power.
“As you embark on this new chapter of your lives, know that your legacies will endure. The lives you’ve got touched and the optimistic impacts you’ve got made will proceed to resonate inside our Air Drive household,” he stated.
The CAS additional counseled the spouses, households and mates for his or her invaluable help and urged them to keep in mind that their sacrifices have been recognised and their contributions deeply cherished, at the same time as they transition into retirement.
Earlier in his welcome handle, Chief of Administration (COA), Air Vice Marshal Idi Sani famous that the 4 officers have undergone thorough and rigorous scrutiny and have been discovered worthy each in character and professionalism to have been promoted by the Air Drive Council to substantive Air Commodores.
He disclosed that the promoted officers’ dedication and contributions to the NAF and the nation have been highlighted as key components of their development, simply as he added that their promotion additionally displays the NAF’s dedication to recognising and rewarding excellence.
