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The Director-General of the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION), Rear Admiral Thaddeus Christopher Udofia (Rtd), has charged newly promoted Lieutenant Commander A. Achimugu to uphold the highest standards of discipline, professionalism and dedication to duty.
Udofia gave the charge during the decoration ceremony for Achimugu in Lagos, following his promotion in the Nigerian Navy.
The ceremony attracted senior military officers, IMION colleagues, friends and family members, who gathered to celebrate the officer’s career milestone.
Congratulating Achimugu, the IMION Director-General described the promotion as recognition of his meritorious service and demonstrated capacity to assume greater responsibilities.
He stressed that promotion comes with increased accountability, commitment and leadership expectations, urging the officer to sustain exemplary conduct in the discharge of his duties.
Udofia also described the elevation as a divine blessing that should inspire greater dedication to service and professional excellence.
In his response, Achimugu expressed gratitude to the Chief of the Naval Staff, IMION leadership, colleagues, family members and well-wishers for their support.
He reaffirmed his loyalty to the Nigerian Navy and pledged to maintain professional excellence as IMION pursues its vision of becoming a leading centre of excellence for maritime affairs in the sub-region.
