Nigerian-American U.S. Navy officer Kelechi Ndukwe has made history with his recent promotion to Commodore of Destroyer Squadron 60 (DESRON 60) and Commander of Task Force 65 (CTF 65), a prestigious naval command headquartered in Rota, Spain.
Ndukwe’s advancement marks a major milestone for the U.S. Navy and the Nigerian-American community, highlighting his decades of service, leadership excellence, and strategic expertise. As Commodore, he will oversee U.S. Navy destroyers operating across Europe and Africa, playing a key role in maritime security, crisis response, and international military partnerships.
The promotion places Ndukwe at the helm of one of the Navy’s most operationally active commands, responsible for supporting missions under U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and NATO.
Born to Nigerian immigrant parents, Ndukwe has steadily risen through the ranks, previously serving in various command and engineering roles aboard naval vessels. His leadership and service record have earned him widespread respect across the U.S. military.
The historic achievement has sparked celebration among Nigerians at home and abroad, with many praising his rise as an inspiration to young people pursuing military and public service careers.
Ndukwe’s promotion reinforces the increasing visibility and impact of African-born professionals within the U.S. armed forces, while also strengthening ties between the U.S. military and global African communities.
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