The Deputy Governor of Adamawa State, Professor Keletapwa George Farauta, has congratulated the indigenes of Adamawa State who recently graduated from the Nigerian Naval College in Rivers State.
She commended their achievements and urged them to be exemplary ambassadors of Adamawa State wherever they are posted.
“Strive for excellence, conduct yourselves with dignity, and let your character reflect the values of the good people of Adamawa,” she advised.
In particular, she addressed Sub-Lieutenant Jummai Bitrus from Michika, who represented Sub-Lieutenant Agumdia Ibrahim David from Madagali and Sub-Lieutenant Musa Usman Mohamad from Maiha, who were unavoidably absent.
She thanked them on behalf of the state government and expressed deep appreciation for their achievements.
“We are especially proud to have produced a female Naval Officer from our state,” Professor Farauta said, adding, “Jummai, you represent not just Adamawa but the entire North East. We are one big family and we celebrate our successes together.
She remind3d them that the state government recently also celebrated two deputy inspectors generals (DIGs) of police who are indigenes of Adamawa.
She pledged continued government support, saying, “You and your colleagues will always have our backing. We want to see you rise to the highest levels in your careers.”
Addressing the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field, Farauta encouraged Sub-Lieutenant Jummai to remain steadfast and responsible.
“As a woman among men, fly the flag high for women. Be accountable and disciplined, and let your skills speak for you. Even in tough spaces, excellence always shines,” she said.
On behalf of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri and the people of Adamawa State, she wished the officers success in their various postings and urged them to always represent the state with pride.
“When next you return home, you will see more development,” she added.
Earlier, Sub-Lieutenant Jummai Bitrus, speaking on behalf of her colleagues who were unavoidably absent, expressed gratitude to the state government for its support.
“It is a great honor to be recognized. On behalf of my colleagues, I thank His Excellency Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri for identifying with us. The developmental strides in the state are visible. We can see the transformation. It is not the same Adamawa we left,” she said.
