Nigerian- Born US Army General Azubuike has called on Nigerians and others interested in joining the US Army to contact her.
Nigerian-born Us Brigadier General, Amanda Azubuike, has called on Nigerians and others willing to join the United States army to contact her.
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Gen. Azubuike also said there are many opportunities in the US army, adding that it could help anyone achieve his dream.
Newsonline reported that Amanda Azubuike, a senior officer in the US Army, was recently promoted to the Brigadier General rank.
Azubuike also shared the story of how she joined the US army even before she became a citizen of the country, adding that her family and faith in God helped in propelling her career.
The newly decorated senior army officer said there are many opportunities in the U.S army notwithstanding one’s occupation.
Gen. Amanda who disclosed this via a post on her official Linkedin account, said: “We have many opportunities for those looking for a sense of purpose and service.
“As I found out very early in life, the Army has many opportunities, and many occupations, and we award many scholarships.
“Please contact me if you or someone you know wants to be an Army officer. Regardless of how you define success, the Army can help you get there – we want to be part of your journey!”
Azubuike was born in London, to Nigerian parents, joined the US Army in 1994, and became an aviator after passing the Army Aviation Officer Basic Course.
Azubuike serves as a Deputy Commanding Officer at the US Army Cadet Command and previously served as a Chief of Staff/Senior Military Advisor at the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
She was also Chief of Public Affairs at the United States Southern Command, Fort Lauderdale Area, and the Director of Public Affairs, Joint Force HQs-National Capital Region/Military District of Washington.
She also served as a Communications Consultant for the National Football League Players Association and a Public Relations staff for the NFL franchise, the Washington Redskins.
Azubuike has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from the University of Central Arkansas, a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, and a Master of Professional Studies, Public Relations/Corporate Communications from Georgetown University.
