Amanda Azubuike, a Nigerian-born Black military officer, has been promoted to the rank of Brigadier General in the United States Army, marking a historic achievement as the first Nigerian woman to attain the position.
Azubuike, 57, has had a remarkable career spanning over three decades in the military, serving in various capacities across intelligence, public affairs, and leadership roles. Her promotion underscores her exceptional contributions to the U.S. Army and serves as an inspiration to women, particularly Black women, striving for leadership in male-dominated fields.
Born in London to a Nigerian father and a Zimbabwean mother, Azubuike relocated to the United States in 1984. Her journey in the military began at the age of 17 when she joined the Air Force Junior ROTC during high school in Jacksonville. She later earned a bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas in 1993 before being commissioned into the U.S. Army. By 1995, she had completed flight school and qualified as a UH-1 pilot.
Over the years, she has served in numerous high-ranking positions, including Deputy Commanding Officer at U.S. Army Cadet Command, Chief of Public Affairs for U.S. Southern Command, and Senior Military Advisor at the Pentagon.
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