By Esther Ososanya
Seven officers of the Nigerian Navy were on Tuesday, decorated with new ranks of Lieutenant Commander at a promotion ceremony held at the Naval Headquarters in Abuja.
The event, referred to in naval tradition as the “shipping of stripes,” was made public through a statement issued by Commodore A. Adams Aliu, Director of Information, Naval Headquarters, who urged media outlets to share the development with the general public.
The Chief of Policy and Plans, Rear Admiral Ibrahim Abdullahi Dewu, represented the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, at the ceremony and performed the official decoration of the officers.
Promotion a Call to Greater Responsibility
Rear Admiral Dewu congratulated the officers and described the promotion as not only a reward for professional performance, but also a call to increased responsibility in tackling national insecurity and maritime crime.
He also highlighted the critical role of family support, praising the officers’ spouses and relatives for their sacrifices, which he said help create a stable environment for service members to excel.
Names of Promoted Officers
The newly promoted officers are:
- Lt. Sadiq Alhassan
- Lt. Augusta Aku
- Lt. James Enejoh
- Lt. Clement Eyeh
- Lt. James Fatika
- Lt. Titilayo George
- Lt. Deborah Nwaorji
The promotion ceremony was witnessed by senior naval officers, branch chiefs, directors, family members, and well-wishers. It ended with a group photograph and a brief reception in honour of the officers.
Esther Ososanya is an investigative journalist with Pinnacle Daily, reporting across health, business, environment, metro, Fct and crime. Known for her bold, empathetic storytelling, she uncovers hidden truths, challenges broken systems, and gives voice to overlooked Nigerians. Her work drives national conversations and demands accountability one powerful story at a time.
