The Nigerian Army Women Command marked a historic milestone on Friday with the promotion of Army Warrant Officer Hajara Egbunu.
The Nigerian Army announced the achievement in a statement on Sunday, highlighting the significance of this moment.
Brigadier General Mathias Amatso, Commander of the Nigerian Army Women Command, officiated the promotion ceremony, where he proudly decorated Egbunu with her new rank badge at the Command Conference Room in Abuja.
This achievement makes Egbunu the first female soldier from both the elite Infantry Corps and the Nigerian Army Women Command to rise to the esteemed rank of Army Warrant Officer.
Lieutenant Maureen Ogbuka, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the Nigerian Army Women Command, emphasized that Brigadier General Amatso lauded Egbunu for her outstanding professionalism, dedication, and effectiveness.
He acknowledged that her promotion was a testament to her hard work and encouraged her to continue setting a standard of excellence by upholding discipline and inspiring younger soldiers—values that are core to the Nigerian Army’s mission.
In her acceptance speech, Army Warrant Officer Egbunu expressed profound gratitude to God and the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General OO Oluyede, for his visionary leadership and unwavering support, which had played a crucial role in advancing her career.
She also extended her thanks to Brigadier General Amatso for his guidance, which had been instrumental in her success, particularly during her tenure as the Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) of the Command.
The ceremony concluded on a celebratory note with a group photograph and light refreshments, marking a significant step forward in promoting gender inclusion within the Nigerian Army.
