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Permanent Secretary Receives National Ethics and Values Award for Ethical Leadership, Youth Development
Joel Ajayi
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Youth Development, Dr. Maryam Ismaila Keshinro, has been honoured with the 2026 National Ethics and Values Award for Ethical Public Service Leadership and Youth Development, in recognition of her commitment to integrity, accountability, ethical leadership and excellence in public service.
In a statement issued on Friday by the Director of Information and Public RelationsFederal Ministry of Youth Development Omolara Esan in Abuja stated that, the award was presented at a ceremony held at NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja, and chaired by the Chairman, House Committee on Information, National Orientation, Ethics and Values, Hon. Steve Olushola Fatoba.
The ceremony was held under the theme, “Ethics in Action: Leadership, Integrity, Legacy — Reflecting on Our Journey, Inspiring a Future Grounded in Accountability and Moral Courage.”
Speaking at the event, Dr. Keshinro dedicated the award to her late father, whom she described as a strong advocate for girl-child education. She also dedicated the recognition to the management and staff of the Ministry, acknowledging their collective efforts and support towards the achievements recorded by the Ministry.
She expressed appreciation to the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, for his support, encouragement and confidence in her leadership.
The Permanent Secretary emphasised that values such as unity, justice, equity, tolerance, responsibility, diligence, integrity and mutual respect are critical to national development. She noted that Nigeria’s diversity should be harnessed as a source of strength and unity rather than division.
“Integrity is who you are even when nobody else is looking at you,” she said.
Dr. Keshinro urged public servants to uphold professionalism, excellence and dedication in serving citizens, stressing the need to always place the national interest above personal considerations in the discharge of their responsibilities.
She also described Nigerian youths as the nation’s change-makers and future leaders, noting that young people are increasingly taking their rightful place in national development and making meaningful contributions to the progress of the country.
The Permanent Secretary expressed gratitude to the National Orientation Agency, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and African Young Leaders for the recognition, describing the award as both a privilege and an encouragement to remain committed to ethical leadership and dedicated service to the nation.
In his remarks, Hon. Fatoba said the award was designed to recognise and celebrate individuals who demonstrate ethical leadership, integrity and commitment to national values.
He urged Nigerians, particularly public servants and leaders, to uphold integrity, accountability, transparency and moral courage in the discharge of their duties.
Fatoba stressed that ethical leadership remains essential to building a responsible, united and prosperous nation.
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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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