By Peter Akpah
Chief Moses Nwan, PhD, f, hcd, mni, Executive Private Secretary to the Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency Caleb Mannaseh Mutfwang, has been conferred with the Outstanding Leadership Award by the Northern Visionary for Leadership Development Foundation.
The Foundation, a non-profit organization registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), is dedicated to driving positive change in Nigeria through leadership development, community advancement, and the recognition of excellence in public service.
Chief Nwan’s recognition underscores his impactful contributions to good governance, his commitment to mentoring emerging leaders, and his dedication to promoting peace and socio-economic development within his community and beyond. The award was received on his behalf by Mapis Jonathan Marawes.
In his remarks, Dr. Nwan expressed appreciation to Governor Mutfwang for his continued support, particularly in facilitating his travel to and from Abuja for the ceremony.
The event also marked the formal unveiling of the Foundation and the swearing-in of its newly elected Executive Committee members, drawing a diverse audience of dignitaries and stakeholders from across the country.
Among the notable attendees were Hon. Ibrahim Ombugadu, representing the AMAC Chairman; Hon. Christopher Zakka (Mai Kalangu), Special Guest of Honour; and HRH Dr. Usman Nga Kupi Sa’peyi of Garki, who served as the Royal Father of the Day and Patron of the Foundation.
The ceremony also recognized other outstanding individuals, including Brigadier General Buba (Rtd), FCT Commandant, who received the Champion for Change Award; Lt. Col. Yunusa Idris of the Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, who was honoured with the Outstanding Security Service Award; and Abubakar Yaldu, Director of the FCT Directorate of Road Traffic Services, who received the Safety Ambassador Award.
Other distinguished personalities in attendance included Amina Musa Kaita, representatives of key national institutions such as the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), as well as members of the Foundation’s leadership, including Chairman Akpa Simon Okama, President Amina Ibrahim, and Secretary Shafiu Ibrahim.
In his address, HRH Dr. Usman Nga Kupi Sa’peyi emphasized the importance of unity, urging Nigerians to rise above religious and ethnic divisions in pursuit of national development. He called on citizens to reflect on the legacy of unity built by previous generations and to recommit to building a more cohesive nation, in line with the renewed national vision under Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
A representative of the NDLEA Commandant also highlighted the urgent need for collective action in addressing drug abuse, noting that effective control of drug-related issues could significantly reduce societal challenges, including road accidents and governance inefficiencies. He called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to tackle the issue.
The event concluded with a renewed sense of purpose, as participants were encouraged to uphold integrity, promote unity, and actively contribute to national development.
