Parliament Diary Newspaper’s 4th Anniversary, Awards Ceremony Holds In
Abuja, June 20
Parliament Diary Newspaper, a leading monthly publication covering the Nigerian National Assembly, will host its 4th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at the Nigerian National Merit Award House, Maitama Abuja-Nigeria.
According to a statement endorsed by the Publisher and CEO of Parliament Diary Newspapers, Mr. Precious Enebuse the event will commence at 4:00pm immediately following the Parliament Diary Dialogue with the theme “Coup d’etats and ECOWAS unity: The Role of National Assemblies”
The Parliament Diary Dialogue is a platform for parliamentarians, government officials, civil society, and the media to engage in discussions on key legislative issues impacting Nigeria and Africa.
“We are excited to host the inaugural edition of the Parliament Diary Dialogue and The Parliament Diary Newspapers 4th Anniversary and Awards Ceremony,” said Enebuse.
“The dialogue provides a unique opportunity to bring together key stakeholders to discuss critical issues facing our legislature and the nation. We look forward to robust discussions and celebrating our 4th Anniversary and the achievements of our honorees.”
The awards ceremony will recognize distinguished citizens who have made significant contributions to the work of leadership, the practice of democracy and humanitarian services in Nigeria and the Ecowas region.
Award categories include: PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD, Outstanding Religious Leader of the Year Recipient: Amb. Dr. Prophet Prince JK Hephzibah, General Overseer, Peculiar God’s Glory Ministries International.
Outstanding Political Leader of the Year
Recipient: Barr. Julius Abure, National Chairman of Labour Party.
Outstanding Personality of the Year
Recipient: Hon. Dr. (Chief) Amb. Jim Okolo Chimezie, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Jimez Petroleum Resources Limited.
Outstanding Female Personality of the Year Recipient: Amb. Dr. Ifeoma Annabel Anyanwu, Founder of B. A. B. E Mentorship Academy.
Outstanding Public Servant of the Year
Recipient: Alh. Sani Magaji Tambawal, Clerk to the National Assembly.
Outstanding Female Public Officer of the Year Recipient: Dr. Nihinlola Mary Fafore, Deputy Director, HUAWEI Technologies Company Limited.
Other categories of Awards include:
Outstanding Legislator of the Year
Recipient: Distinguished Senator Abdul Ahmed Ningi, former Chairman of Northern Senators Forum
Outstanding Reps. Member of the Year
Recipient: Rt. Hon. Nnamdi Ezechi, Chairman House Committee on Nigeria-South Korea Parliamentary Friendship Group.
Outstanding Industrialist of the Year
Recipient: Dr. Elvis A. Abuyere, CEO of Skyewise Group.
Nigeria’s Most Friendly Telecom Brand
Recipient: MTN Nigeria Telecommunication Plc.
Outstanding LGA Chairman of the Year
Recipient: Hon. Christopher Zaka, Executive Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC).
Outstanding Trade Union Woman Leader of the Year Recipient: Amb. Chief Dr. Mrs. Rachael Adewumi, FCT Women Leader of the National Traders Association of Nigeria.
Outstanding Company of the Year
Recipient: Rubbaj Construct Ltd
SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS
Plaque for Valor and Patriotism Award
Recipient: General Paul Tarela Boroh Rtd, Former Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs/Presidential Amnesty Programe Coordinator
Plaque for Commitment and Diligent Service Award Recipients: Senator Jiya Peter Ndalikali, Senator Representing Niger South Senatorial District
Chaplain (Major) Kafu-Ata Kodjovi Hounakey, Chief Executive Training Officer, US. C. I. A – Africa Command
Sir Nelson Orji, Director of Information, Federal Ministry of Information
Dr. Uche Raphael Nwosu, Chairman of Gudu Market Traders Association
Plaque for Philanthropic, Humanitarian and Societal Development Humanitarian Service Award
Recipients: Major General Oshinowo, Oluwaseun Olayinka Rtd, Former GOC 82 Division Nigeria Army Enugu and Commander of Special Taskforce, Operation Safe Haven, Jos, Plateau State.
HRH Igwe Amb. Sir Prof. VC Onah, KSM PhD, Eze Oshimiri 1 of Ukwuoto Edenu Ede Oballa Ancient Kingdom.
Alh. Amb. Abdullahi Yusuf Incham, CEO of Perfect Group of Companies.
Amb. Angonimi David-Imeh, Founder of Hope Raisers Global Foundation.
Plaque for Youth Empowerment and Community Development Service Award
Recipient: Hon. Ayodeji Emmanuel Akinnodi, ADP 2024 Ondo State Governorship Candidate.
POST-HUMOUS AWARDS
Recipients: Late Miss Grace Bidemi Aluko-Olaseni, Goalkeeper, Super Falconet.
Late High Chief Paul Emezue, Principal Auditor, Office of the Auditor General of the Federation.
Dignitaries expected at the occasion include: Distinguished Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, Senator Representing Delta North Senatorial District who will serve as Chairman of the Occasion.
Her Excellency Rt. Hon. Memounatu Ibrahim, Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament will serve as Chief Guest of Honour.
HRH Alh. Dr. Usman Nga Kupi, Sa’Peyi of Garki will be Royal Father of the Day, with Hon. Christopher Zaka, Executive Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, as Chief Host.
About Parliament Diary Newspapers
Parliament Diary Newspapers is a leading publication providing in-depth coverage of the Nigerian National Assembly. Founded in 2020, the newspaper reports on legislative activities, profiles lawmakers, and analysis key policy issues. Parliament Diary Newspapers is committed to promoting transparency, accountability and good governance in Nigeria and the ECOWAS region.
For more information about the event and to RSVP, visit: www.theparliamentdiarydialogue@gmail.com Media inquiries can be directed to ghandi maseshin at info@theparliamentdiarydialogue.com