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Highstone Global University Celebrates Trailblazers in Leadership and Education at Prestigious Awards Ceremony
Highstone Global University, Texas, USA, has recognized distinguished Nigerians who have demonstrated excellence in leadership, education, and professional innovation during its annual award ceremony tagged “Honouring the Architects of Excellence.”
The event, which took place on Friday, drew notable figures from academia, industry, and public service across several Nigerian states including Lagos, Delta, and Rivers. It was organized by the university’s Nigerian representative office to celebrate men and women who have made enduring contributions to human capital development and national growth.
In his address, Professor Maurice Azubuike Odiete, President of NIPEM Int’l and Highstone Global University, described the event as “a glorious one,” noting that the caliber and diversity of the honorees reflected Nigeria’s growing influence in global education and leadership.
“This award is not an end but a call to greater service,” Professor Odiete said.
“It should inspire a renewed commitment to excellence, peace, and professionalism in every sphere of life.”
He revealed that 21 recipients were honoured, including two new fellows, five Strategic Leadership and Excellence Award winners, and fourteen honorary doctorate recipients.
Vice Chancellor Professor Theophilus Aku Ugah reiterated that the awards aim to identify those making tangible contributions to community and institutional growth.
“We are not just conferring titles—we are empowering catalysts for transformation,” Ugah stated.
“True leadership multiplies itself by building others. That’s the legacy we want our honorees to uphold.”
Among the recipients, Dr. Ihuoma Ann Dozie-Enukora expressed gratitude, saying the recognition serves as encouragement to continue serving society with empathy and diligence.
Similarly, Dr. Adenike Juliana, an honoree in Operational Efficiency and Strategic Management, became emotional as she recounted her 20-year professional journey, describing the honour as “proof that sincere service never goes unnoticed.”
The ceremony also featured a keynote presentation by Mr. Alex Ndudi Enebeli, President of the Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria (Chartered), who spoke on “Strategic Positioning for Impact and Relevance Beyond Limit.”
Another highlight was Professor Ugah’s paper, “The People Principle: Foundation for Collaboration and Influence,” emphasizing the human element in sustainable leadership.
Through this year’s “Honouring the Architects of Excellence,” Highstone Global University reaffirmed its mission to celebrate outstanding achievements while fostering a culture of knowledge, mentorship, and visionary leadership across Africa.
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Musawa Seeks Broader Significance for June 12
Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, Esq., says June 12 must be remembered as a sacrifice that gave Nigerians democracy, beyond its status as a public holiday.
In a statement signed on Saturday by the Senior Assistant Media & Publicity to the Honourable Minister,Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy Dr Nneka Ikem Anibeze Ph.D in Abuja.
Musawa stated this at the national premiere of “MKO”, a film on Chief Moshood Abiola, held at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.
She said 33 years after June 12, 1993, many young Nigerians know it only as a holiday, but the film turns it back into memory.
“For too many young Nigerians, June 12 is simply a public holiday. This film tells them that our democracy did not arrive by chance. It was fought for. It was defended. It was paid for. This documentary is in honour of the heroes of June 12, the men and women who gave their lives for the mandate of June 12, 1993 and for the democracy Nigeria enjoys today,” the Minister said.
Musawa hailed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Chief Host, for his participation in the June 12 struggle and paying the price in exile, adding that Nigeria’s creative industry will keep telling the story of its democracy with courage.
“Through film and the creative economy, Nigeria will preserve its history. A nation that forgets its past loses its way to the future. Nigeria has a story and our story deserves to be told,” she said.
Earlier, the director of the investigative documentary, Ose Oyamendan, said the film was in honour and memory of heroes who fought for Nigeria’s democracy.
“There was Hope ’93 and now there is Renewed Hope. There was a man who sacrificed his life so we may have democracy and there is a man who almost lost his life fighting for democracy who is now helping build a lasting democracy.
“There was a great man called Bashorun MKO Abiola and there is now another great man called Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Democrats. Nationalists. Nation builders. Leaders of men and women. We must never forget our story. We must always honour and remember our heroes,” Oyamendan said.
Top government officials including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the wife of the President Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas, Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Chief of Staff to the President Rt. Femi Gbajabiamila, state Governors, members of the National Assembly, Ministers and other distinguished dignitaries attended the premiere.
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