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Olawande Extols Queen Tejuosho’s Community Impact as She Receives Prestigious Doctorate
Cyril Ogar
The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has applauded philanthropist Queen Halimat Adenike Tejuosho for her outstanding humanitarian contributions, particularly her sustained support for persons with disabilities across Nigeria.
Queen Tejuosho was conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Transformational Leadership, Social Work, and Community Service at a colourful ceremony held at the Nigerian National Merit House in Abuja. The event was organised by the Institute of Leadership Manpower and Management as part of its 29th Leadership Manpower Award Celebration.
According to the organisers, the honour was in recognition of her remarkable contributions to community development, social justice advocacy, and the empowerment of vulnerable groups.
Speaking at the event, Minister Olawande commended the awardee’s unwavering dedication to uplifting underserved communities, noting that her initiatives align with the Federal Government’s vision for inclusive and people-centred development.
He described her as a shining example of how private citizens can complement government efforts in driving sustainable social change.
In her acceptance speech, Dr. Tejuosho highlighted the values of listening, patience, and mentorship as pillars of effective leadership. She referenced President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a leader whose mentorship and leadership style have inspired many Nigerians.
She urged emerging leaders to prioritise mentoring others, stressing that mentorship played a transformative role in her personal and professional journey.
Through the QAT Foundation, Dr. Tejuosho has spearheaded numerous impactful initiatives, including scholarships for indigent students, vocational training programmes for women and youths, and the distribution of assistive devices to persons with disabilities.
These interventions have significantly improved livelihoods and expanded opportunities for beneficiaries across the country.
The well-attended ceremony attracted dignitaries from various sectors, with Minister Olawande also honoured at the event.
Observers noted that the recognition of Dr. Tejuosho underscores the growing appreciation for philanthropic leadership in Nigeria and highlights the importance of collaboration between government and private initiatives in advancing national development.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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