Gov Fintiri Congratulates First Female Northern Admiral

The Governor of Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri has congratulated Jamila Sadiq Malafa on her elevation to the rank of Rear Admiral in the Navy. She is the first female in the north to attain the rank. 

According to thenationonlineng, Admiral Jamila, who hails from Gombi, a local government area in the central zone of Adamawa State, was recently decorated with her new rank in Abuja.

Fintiri said in a statement by his Press Secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, that Admiral Jamila had over the years proven her mettle, and that her elevation was thoroughly deserving.

“You are an inspiration to other women striving to make a name in the profession,” Fintiri said, adding, “The cap fits this Adamawa born strong woman, Rear Admiral Jamila. She has a record of excellence in the Navy, which has seen her rise through the ranks to the pinnacle of the profession.”

Urging the first high ranking officer from the state and the northern region to bring her wealth of experience to bear on her duties, Fintiri said, “I urge you to see your promotion as one that comes at a time in our national life when we need the Military to be more circumspect and developmental in playing its role as the defender of the state and its interests in democracy.”