Amanda Azubuike Becomes First Nigerian Female Brigadier General in US Army

Amanda Azubuike, a 57-year-old military officer of Nigerian descent, has made history as the first Nigerian woman to be promoted to Brigadier General in the United States Army. Born in London to a Nigerian father and a Zimbabwean mother, her military aspirations began at the age of 17 when she joined the Air Force Junior ROTC. Azubuike earned a bachelor's degree in Communications and joined the Army in 1994, where she excelled as an aviator and held various leadership roles over her 30-year career. Her remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to women, particularly black women, striving for leadership in the military. She has held positions such as Deputy Commanding Officer at the U.S. Army Cadet Command and Chief of Public Affairs for the U.S. Southern Command. Azubuike's promotion highlights her dedication and significant contributions to the military.