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NYSC DG, Bags 2024 Icon of Human Right Award

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1 year ago

August 19, 2024

Joel Ajayi

The Human Rights Writers’ Association of Nigeria (HURIWA), has conferred the 2024 Icon of Human Rights Award on the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed.

Speaking during the award presentation at the National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja today, the National Coordinator of HURIWA, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko extolled the leadership qualities of General Ahmed especially with regards to the recent expansion of the Scheme and also NYSC’s resistance against the mobilization of unqualified graduates for national service.

He also described General Ahmed as a good ambassador, while he equally urged him to strive more in order to take the Scheme to greater heights.

Comrade Onwubiko also solicited for more public support for the NYSC through well-meaning individuals, non-governmental organisations among others.

In his response, the Director General appreciated the association for the honour bestowed on him while he promised to redouble his efforts in the discharge of his statutory responsibilities to the Scheme.

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NTAC Director-General Honors Mallam Nuhu Ribadu @65, Praises His Distinguished Service to the Nation

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November 23, 2025

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

Director General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps,Rt.Hon.Yusuf Buba Yakub,has commended President Tinubu’s National Security Adviser,Mallam Nuhu Ribadu,for his trailblazing leadership as the pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and for his current role as the National Security Adviser.

The NTAC boss ,who offered the above commendations, Saturday,in Abuja,while celebrating the foremost lawyer and public servant who turned 65 on Friday,also lauded Ribadu for steering Nigeria through complex security challenges with courage and integrity,which the NTAC DG acknowledged ,has set an enduring example for all public officers to emulate.

In a message personally signed by the former federal lawmaker and made available to his media handlers in Abuja, Saturday,Buba emphasized the great roles Mallam Ribadu has continued to play in the evolution of the Nigerian state.

He said:”I have the honour to refer to the above subject-matter and avail myself of the opportunity of this auspicious moment to celebrate you,Dear Leader and Brother,on the occasion of your birthday celebration this year.

“Yesterday again marked yet another milestone of wisdom, dedication, and service as you celebrated 65 years of life ,many of which you have invested in the service of our nation and humanity at large.

“Without the risk of reciting the obvious,Sir,your trailblazing leadership as the pioneer Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), where you transformed the fight against corruption, and now as the National Security Adviser, steering Nigeria through complex security challenges with courage and integrity, has set an enduring example for all of us to emulate.

“Your legacy of principled reform, selfless service, and steadfast patriotism continues to inspire countless Nigerians, especially the young professionals and Volunteers we work with every day.May Allah (SWT) continue to strengthen you for greater wisdom and performance as you age in wealth and wellness.

“For myself,my dear family and on behalf of the Management and staff of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC),where with your kind support I have served as DG these past years,I extend heartfelt congratulations to you, Sir, on this remarkable milestone and solemn achievement.
“May Allah grant you good health, long life, and the special wisdom to keep guiding our nation toward peace, security, and prosperity.

” We pray that the years ahead bring you abundant joy, fulfillment, and the satisfaction of seeing the fruits of your tireless efforts in many more years of blessings,”the text concluded.

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