On Monday, the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, hosted the first female Nigerian graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom, 2nd Lt Oluchukwu Owowoh.
PUNCH reported PUNCH reported in April that, at 24 years old, Owowoh joined 134 other Officer Cadets in London for the Sovereign’s Parade, which marked the end of 44 weeks of intense training as part of Commissioning Course 232.
On Monday, a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the First Lady on Media, Kukoyi Busola, mentioned that Mrs Tinubu praised Owowoh for her exceptional performance and perseverance during her training, calling her a role model for Nigerian youths.
The First Lady was quoted in the statement as saying, "Your determination and resilience are quite remarkable, and you are an inspiration to the youth of this country. As a woman, the first who has made a mark in a male-dominated field, I salute you."
She added, "This is just the beginning. You are now a reference point for all Nigerian youths. If you remain focused and positive, you will reach your goal in life."
The First Lady also reportedly requested the presence of the wife of the Vice President, the wife of the Speaker, wives of ministers, wives of Service Chiefs and members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to give a standing ovation to 2nd Lt. Owowoh.
The statement also mentioned that the Commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy, Maj. Gen. OJ Ochai, explained that "Owowoh was the best of the 200 selected cadets from the NDA."
He mentioned that she excelled in three areas, which were academics, military subjects, and physical fitness.
"She has since been assigned to the Nigerian Military Intelligence Unit on her return to the country," the statement added.
