First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Monday hosted the first female Nigerian graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom, 2nd Lt Oluchukwu Owowoh.
This was disclosed on Monday in a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the First Lady on Media, Kukoyi Busola.
Mrs Tinubu commended Owowoh for her outstanding performance and resilience throughout her training, describing her as an inspiration to Nigerian youths.
Mrs Tinubu: “Your determination and resilience are quite remarkable, and you are an inspiration to the youth of this country. As a woman, the first who has made a mark in a male-dominated field, I salute you.
“This is just the beginning. You are now a reference point for all Nigerian youths. If you remain focused and positive, you will reach your goal in life.”
The First Lady was also requested the presence of the wife of the Vice President, the wife of the Speaker, wives of ministers, wives of Service Chiefs and members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to give a standing ovation to 2nd Lt. Owowoh.
According to the statement, the Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy, Maj. Gen. OJ Ochai, explained that “Owowoh was the best of the 200 selected cadets from the NDA.” Stating that, she excelled in academics, military subjects, and physical fitness.
“She has since been assigned to the Nigerian Military Intelligence Unit on her return to the country,” the statement added.
Recall, in April 12, 2024, Owowoh joined 134 other Officer Cadets in London for the Sovereign’s Parade, marking the completion of the 44 weeks of rigorous training as part of Commissioning Course 232.
Credit: X|Kukoyi Busola.
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