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Isotu-Edeh receives Nigeria’s ‘Pillar of Environmental Health’ award

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By Akpan Glory

Dr Edwin Isotu-Edeh, the WHO National Consultant for Public Health and Environment, has been recognised with the prestigious ‘Pillar of Environmental Health’ award in Nigeria.

The award ceremony, presided over by President Bola Tinubu and represented by Sen. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, took place at the inaugural National Environmental Health Excellence Award (NEHEA) in Abuja.

The event was organised by the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON).

Isotu-Edeh is an award-winning UN Global Environmental Health Expert, an Executive Career Mentor, a Keynote Speaker, and a transformational leader.

With over two decades of experience and impact, his work spans public health, environmental leadership, academia, youth enterprise development, and institutional system-building.

As the National Technical Officer leading the Public Health and Environment Programme for the WHO in Nigeria, he spearheads innovative, high-impact climate and environmentally sustainable initiatives to improve health outcomes.

In 2021, he coordinated the signing of Nigeria’s first Health Ministerial Commitment to building a sustainable and climate-resilient health system.

This commitment aligns with the Paris Agreement, the United Nations COP26 Health Programme, and Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan 2060.

Mr Raph Nnam, the Steering Chairman of Sustainable Education and Policy Archiving at the Nigerian Environmental Summit Group (NESUG), described the recognition as well-deserved.

He told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday that the awardee is an exemplary champion and an impact-driven emerging leader in public health and environmental sustainability in Nigeria.

Nnam noted that NESUG is the fastest-growing environmental sustainability think tank in Nigeria, mobilising environmental stewardship through a unified platform and a shared conversation.

He said the platform aims to connect over 650,000 experts in environmental health, sustainability, and related fields ahead of the Nigerian Environmental Summit 2025.

He praised Isotu-Edeh’s dedication to climate health and sustainability, noting Nigeria needs more visionary professionals like him.

Isotu-Edeh outlined Nigeria’s key environmental challenges, including climate change, deforestation, pollution, and poor waste management, stressing their impact on public health.

He emphasised the importance of collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based interventions in driving meaningful change.

He expressed his appreciation to Dr Walter Molumbo, WHO Country Representative, for his outstanding leadership in promoting a healthier environment in Nigeria.

He also thanked EHCON and all those dedicated to addressing environmental determinants of health, acknowledging their collective efforts in tackling Nigeria’s environmental challenges.

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, said the event celebrated achievements and reaffirmed commitment to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and resilience.

“We celebrate individuals, organisations, and institutions that have demonstrated exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication in promoting environmental health across the country,” he said.

He praised the president for advancing environmental health in Nigeria, citing renewed awareness and commitment to sustainability under his leadership.

“Our environment is the foundation upon which we build our communities, industries, and future aspirations.

“Ensuring a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment is not just a responsibility but a duty we owe to ourselves and to generations yet unborn”.

Dr Yakubu Baba, EHCON Registrar, said the award honours individuals and organisations excelling in environmental health services across public and private sectors in Nigeria. (NAN) www.nannews.ng

Edited by Tosin Kolade

President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu pledges stronger commitment to environmental protection

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By Felicia Imohimi

President Bola Tinubu has pledged to redouble his commitment to safeguarding the environment and championing policies that will ensure the health and well-being of the populace.

Tinubu made the commitment at the maiden edition of the National Environment Health Excellence Award (NEHEA), organised by the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) on Tuesday in Abuja.

He was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.

“Together, we shall continue to push the boundaries of what is possible to improve our environment and public health. We will prioritise the people and the planet.

“The global challenges of climate change, environmental degradation and emerging health risks demand urgent and sustained attention. We cannot afford complacency.

“We must embrace innovation, collaboration and investment in sustainable solutions to safeguard our environment and public health for future generations. The road ahead demands boldness”.

Tinubu noted that the government alone cannot address environmental challenges.

He stressed that it is a collective responsibility, ranging from farmers adopting climate-smart techniques to corporations investing in green technology.

According to him, environmental stewardship is not a burden but an opportunity to redefine progress.

“Let us remain steadfast in pursuing a healthier and more sustainable Nigeria.

“I charge you all to be the generation that bridges the gap between promise and action. Let us leave behind a Nigeria where forests breathe, rivers run clean, and children thrive under skies untainted by pollution”.

Tinubu stated that the award ceremony was not just a recognition of individual excellence but a testament to “our collective resolve to forge a Nigeria where clean air, safe water and sustainable practices are the birthright of every citizen”.

He commended EHCON for its unwavering dedication to improving the nation’s environmental health standards and practices.

“Your leadership in elevating environmental health standards, from policy innovation to community action, sets a laudable example for the nation”.

Describing environmental health professionals as the unsung architects of public health, he added that they are “the silent sentinels shielding the nation’s communities from preventable diseases, climate threats, and ecological decay.

“Your work is the bedrock for building a healthier Nigeria.

“Today is significant as a celebration of individual achievements and a testament to the collective strides we have made as a nation in strengthening environmental health governance”.

Tinubu described the award as a dual calling, compelling him to redouble his commitment to championing policies and prioritising people and the planet.

“We must embrace innovation, collaboration and investment in sustainable solutions to safeguard our environment and public health for future generations. The road ahead demands boldness”.

Dr Yakubu Baba, EHCON Registrar, said the award recognises individuals and organisations, both in the public and private sectors who have distinguished themselves in the delivery and support of environmental health services and practices in Nigeria.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the president was awarded the title of Grand Patron of the National Environment and Public Health Association of Nigeria (NEPHAN) and “Life Fellow”of the Society for Environmental and Public Health of Nigeria (SEPHON).

Also, WHO Country Representative, Dr Walter Kazadi Molumbo received the ‘Frontier of Environmental Health’ award, while Dr Edwin Isotu-Edeh, WHO National Consultant for Public Health and Environment, received the Distinguished Award of the ‘Pillar of Environmental Health’ in Nigeria.

NAN reports that the event also featured the unveiling of the National Environmental Health Practice Regulations 2025 and the inauguration of the Premises-Based National Greenhouse Gases (GHGs) Emission Monitoring Programme. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Afe Babalola bags 2024 Best Nigerian Patriot Award

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By Funmilayo Adeyemi/Collins Yakubu-Hammer

An elder statesman and legal icon, Chief Afe Babalola, has bagged the 2024 Best Nigerian Patriot Award for his outstanding performance in humanitarian activities, provision of quality education as well as promotion of peace.

 

The award was given at an induction ceremony and technical workshop for the inauguration and certification of UN Ambassadors for Peace on Thursday in Abuja.

 

The event with the theme, “Effective Approach to Anger Management and Tolerance as Panacea for Global Peace and Sustainable Development,” was organised by the Association of UN Ambassadors for Peace (ASUNAP).

 

The award was organised in collaboration with The Mighty One Empowerment Foundation (TEMOEFA) to support the United Nations efforts in promoting global peace and ethnic tolerance.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that no fewer than 10 persons were also inducted and certified as UN Ambassadors for Peace.

 

A former Minister of Education, Prof. Tunde Adeniran, who received the award on behalf of Babalola, said the association had done considerable research to come up with the nomination.

 

“It is one thing for individuals to be playing some roles, but it’s another thing for these roles to be recognised and to be appreciated by the society.

 

“As a scholar and a researcher, I know that when you do a thorough research into what individuals have contributed in this particular area, one would see that it would be difficult to find someone who has contributed more than Are Afe Babalola.

 

“This is quite evident from his forays into different areas of national life and continental life of Africa,” he said.

 

Adeniran called on Nigerians to key into the humanitarian gestures carried out by Babalola.

 

According to him, if more Nigerians embrace peace and conflict resolution, a lot would be achieved for the country and for humanity.

 

“This is because there is nothing as precious as peace; without peace, you will not have a stable polity.

 

” Without peace, there will be no development and love among the people.

 

” You will not be able to advance to the level where you can say you have reached the optimum.

 

“The ultimate goal of society is to actualise the potential of citizens, and to be able to get the very best for people.

 

“I will certainly encourage and plead with Nigerians to key into this, to do their very best, starting from the local, family, community and societal level,” he said.

 

Also speaking, the Global Director of Interfaith for ASUNAP, Emmanuel Emeka, said the event was aimed at recognising Nigerians in order to promote peace in the society.

 

Emeka said the association had holistically and comprehensively taken the data of Babalola’s performance, his impact in Nigeria and beyond and found him worthy of the award.

 

He said that voting was conducted across the nooks and crannies of the country, adding that his name came up with the highest number of votes among nominations.

 

He said the newly inducted ambassadors would be involved in conflict resolution and peacemaking.

 

” You can hear the reports of wars everywhere, indecent dressing everywhere and conflict everywhere.

 

” We need people whose integrity had been proven and we should bring them on board globally for peace,” he said.

 

In a keynote address, the Guest Speaker, Prof. Casmiar Obialom, charged the ambassadors not to give war a chance.

 

He noted that the cumulative effect of not implementing a Mrshall Plan of Action to abate the incidence of impunity had been the root cause of conflicts in society.

 

Among Nigerians inducted into the association were retired Brig.-Gen. Nuhu Milah, retired Commandant Anthony Nwegbo, Prof. Abiodun Ajibade, Maxwell Abubu, Mrs Comfort Arinze and Dr Raphael Gajere.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

(Edited by Mufutau Ojo)

Rumfa Old boys Honour NAN MD in Kano

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By Nasiru Abdullahi

The Class ’84 of Rumfa College Old Boys Association (RUMFOBA) on Thursday honoured one of its own, Malam Ali M. Ali, the Managing Director/CEO of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) with an Award of Merit and Award of Excellence.

 

The Award ceremony which took place at the Grand Central Hotel, Kano, drew hundreds of old boys from the famous Rumfa College, Kano, as well as other members of the public from within and outside the State.

 

The occasion was the 40th Anniversary and Annual Merit Award ceremony during which Ali, alongside eight others was honoured.

The NAN MD, while speaking to newsmen at the event, expressed happiness at the honour extended to him.

 

“I am so excited and happy to be recognized for the honour done to me by my association on this very important occasion.”

 

“Most of us have excelled in various fields.

 

“Some of us are Engineers, medical doctors, pharmacists, University professors and high-class journalists.”

 

Ali urges his associates to continue bringing every one of them together as it used to be since they graduated.

 

The other awardees include are Dr Yakubu Adam Kofar Mata, a federal Permanent Secretary, Prof. Abdulrahman Sheshe, the Chief Medical Director, of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Dr Abubakar Labaran Yusuf, Kano State Commissioner for Health and Mohammed Yusuf Dandua, Permanent Secretary, Kano State.

 

The rest are Ali M.Maje, Clerk/Permanent Secretary, Kano State House of Assembly, Bashir Sunusi, Permanent Secretary, Kano State and Ado Inuwa,Controller of Correction, Nigerian Correctional Services, Kano State.(NAN)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz

UATH rewards staff members for excellence

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By Uche Bibilari

The University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH) has recognised and rewarded some members of staff for their outstanding performance and excellence in discharging their duties.

Prof. Bissallah Ekele, the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the hospital, made this announcement at the 2024 UATH Annual Staff and Corporate Awards held in Gwagwalada on Wednesday.

Ekele stated that the awards were aimed at encouraging the hard work of the winners and motivating others to put in their best efforts in discharging their responsibilities towards saving lives.

He explained that the awards, which were introduced in 2018, celebrate and recognise staff who have distinguished themselves in service delivery across various units and departments of the hospital.

According to him, every member of staff is a winner, considering the volume and quality of work they perform throughout the year.

“We have the first among equals. The awardees should continue their hard work. Everyone is a winner if you consider the volume and quality of work the staff of this hospital deliver year-round.

“Those who have excelled should strive to achieve even more,” he said.

The professor further explained that the Servicom Unit, which monitors activities within the hospital, was responsible for organising the awards.

He commended the unit for its relentless efforts in successfully organising the annual event over the past seven years.

The pioneer CMD of UATH, Dr Danjuma Sulai, advised members of staff to excel in their roles and strive to reach the pinnacle of their careers.

Sulai also urged the awardees to work harder to earn even greater recognition in the future.

Similarly, Dr Anthony Bawa, Chairman of the 2024 Staff Award Committee and Servicom Nodal Officer, remarked that the awards were designed to appreciate staff for their unconditional commitment to saving lives.

Bawa noted that the awardees were not selected by the committee or themselves but were nominated by members of their respective departments.

“This award is a recognition of hard work. The awardees were not hand-picked; rather, they were nominated by colleagues in their departments, with the person receiving the highest nominations being selected,” he said.

The Aguma of Gwagwalada, Alhaji Muhammadu Magaji, stated that every outstanding performance deserves recognition and encouraged staff to strive for excellence.

Represented by the Waziri of Gwagwalada, Garba Madaki, the Aguma urged staff to carry out their responsibilities diligently, regardless of their roles.

One of the awardees, Dr Manchan Dodo, who was recognised as the Best Resident Doctor in Paediatrics, expressed her gratitude to the management for acknowledging her efforts.

“I am thrilled and honoured to receive this award.

“I want to thank the management for this recognition. It shows that hard work pays off and motivates me to work even harder,” she said.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event’s highlights included a cash award to the 2024 Best Unit, the Amenity Unit, and the recognition of pharmacist Muhammed Garba as Best Staff of the Year.

Five staff members and corporate organisations, including the House of Representatives Wives Association (South-South Zone), received special recognition. (NAN) www.nannews.ng

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman

Nigerian smart schools get KOICA’s N9.5m grant

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By Sarafina Christopher

Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has awarded N9.5 million in cash grants and laptops to smart schools in Nasarawa, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Bauchi, Cross River, Ekiti, and Kano States.

The awards were distributed in four categories to include best smart school, best teachers, best students, and best content which were given during the first best practice conference of KOICA Smart Schools which was held on Dec. 9 and 10 in Abuja.

In a statement made available to NAN on Thursday, Nasarawa Smart School, led by the Principal, Mr Ja’afar Adi and Head Teacher, Mrs Fatima Sani, emerged the overall best smart school in Nigeria, securing a cash grant of N3 million and laptops.

Kano and Bauchi states smart schools followed in second and third places, receiving N2 million and N1.5 million grants along with laptops. Other participating schools also received N1 million in support grants.

In the individual categories, Mr Ruslana Aminu from Kano State was honored as the best primary school teacher, while Mr Liyel Eyo from Cross River won the best junior secondary school Teacher award.

Saminu Shafi’u and Ahmad Shafi’u, both from Kano State won the best student primary and junior secondary schools category.

Cross River smart school was recognised for producing the best content in both mathematics and science subjects.

KOICA Country Director, Mr Son Sungil said that the conference serves as a platform for KOICA-supported smart schools from the aforementioned states to showcase their innovative practices, review school management strategies, and enhance their curriculum operations.

“School principals, head teachers, teachers, and students demonstrated their teaching methodologies, skills in digital content creation, and effective use of storytelling through digital technology,” he stated.

Son also noted that since the launch of its Smart education initiative in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) in 2021, KOICA has been instrumental in advancing educational standards in Nigeria.

“KOICA started a smart education project with UBEC, installing modern education content development Studios in 6 smart schools across 6 states, training over 250 teachers, principals and education stakeholders in Korea and Nigeria on smart education,

“Developing Smart education guidelines for school operation and handing over 1,662 educational contents on mathematics and science subjects to smart schools in Nigeria through UBEC.

He also expressed his satisfaction with the project’s outcomes, highlighting its role in enhancing basic education in Nigeria.

Malam Mamoud Muhammed, Director of Technical Services at UBEC, noted that the conference provided an excellent opportunity for both UBEC and KOICA to assess the impacts of the smart school projects across the states.

NAN reports that all the winners received laptops, tablets, and additional incentives for their outstanding achievements.(NAN)

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Defence chief, others bag security, emergency management award

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, received the Award of Excellence at the 2024 Security and Emergency Management Award (SEAMA), on Thursday in Abuja.

The event was organised by Emergency Digest, a publication of Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR), in collaboration with the Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC).

The award featured different categories which include, crime prevention, public information management, cybercrimes prevention, emergency management, community service, diligent investigation, civil-military relations among others.

It also includes outstanding crisis communicator;outstanding law enforcement officer; outstanding security officer; outstanding military officer and outstanding; defence journalist and awards of excellence.

In his remarks, Musa emphasised the need for all segments of the society to engage on how best to achieve sustainable national security and emergency management through civil military collaboration.

He said the SAEMA was also an annual event that recognised outstanding contributions to security, emergency management and humanitarian service.

The CDS said the military was making deliberate efforts towards deepening civil military collaboration to enhance national security.

According to him, civil military synergy has impacted significantly on the armed forces operations in the North East and new models are being developed to meet peculiarities in the other geo-political zones across the country.

“Thus, the theme, “Civil – Military Relation for National Security and Stability” is apt and relevant at this critical period of our national existence.

“The threats we face as a country are multi-faceted, ranging from terrorism and insurgency to socio-economic issues and community unrest.

“Arising from these complex dynamics, it has become increasingly evident that no single institution can solve these issues in isolation of others.

“Thus, a whole of society effort that brings together every segment of our nation is needed to build lasting peace, security and progress.

“This can only be achieved by integrating our collective expertise, resources and influence of various stakeholders with a view to creating a resilient framework for both security and emergency management strategies through civil-military relations,” he said.

Musa gave assurance that the military would remain committed to ensuring peace in Nigeria and protecting democracy.

The Minister of Information, Muhammed Idris, represented by the Director-General of Voice of Nigeria (VON), Jibrin Baba-Ndace commended the management of Security Digest for the awards and support for the military and other security agencies.

Idris said the security narrative has continued to change, saying that actions of a single black sheep should not be used to demonise an institution that had continued to make sacrifices for the nation.

“This is the time for us as a country to continue to support our armed forces.

“This war is a people’s war. It is what they first call the war among the people where the enemy is the neighbor who does not wear uniform or some who have double identity.

“So it is a difficult war. It is a war that is in the media space and therefore it is important that the nation will come together and that is why this celebration is very important,” he said.

The Publisher of PRNigeria and other titles, Mallam Yushau Shuaib, said the annual event recognises outstanding gallantry contribution to safety, security and emergency management in Nigeria.

He said the 2024 edition recognised the CDS for his expertise in the vital field of inter-agency collaboration and civil military relations making him the ideal speaker for the occasion.

According to him, the award unit selection process remains rigorous and transparent with their jury that comprises security experts, industry professionals an~d independent observers ensuring that deserving individuals and organisations are recognised for their exceptional achievement. (NAN)

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Over 70% of Africa affected by insecurity – Expert

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By Sumaila Ogbaje

Mr Patrick Agbambu, International Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of Africa Security Watch, says over 70 per cent of Africa remains affected by various levels of insecurity.

Agbambu disclosed this in Abuja on Monday while speaking with newsmen on the upcoming 18th edition of Africa Security Watch Award and Conference slated for December in Doha, Qatar.

He said that insecurity in the continent had resulted stagnation of development and fears with too many of the citizens trapped in poverty.

“It is within this context that we at the Security Watch Africa Initiatives (SWAI) have chosen the theme for the 18th Africa Security Watch Awards & Conference: “Developing Modules for People-Centric Governance towards the Enhancement of Peace and Security in Africa”, he said.

Agbambu said that Gov. Babatunde Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and his Borno counterpart, Prof. Babagana Zulum, were billed to speak at the event.

He said the Lagos State Governor would deliver a key paper on the conference theme focusing on Lagos example.

He added that the theme was carefully chosen to speak directly to the heart of the challenges and set the stage for actionable discussions that would help pave the way for a more peaceful and secure Africa.

According to him, the foremost responsibility of any government or leadership is to ensure the safety, security and well-being of its citizens.

He said it was through responsive and people-centred governance that societies can thrive, where policies are crafted with the people in mind, ensuring peace, stability, and security for all.

“Sadly, our beloved continent of Africa continues to face significant challenges in this regard.

“The conference is designed to deliver a practical and insightful solution to various security challenges in Africa with the selection of distinguished keynote speakers, lead paper presenters, and panellists from across the continent and beyond.

“These esteemed individuals will address critical topics that are pivotal to shaping a secure future for Africa,” he said.

Agbambu said that 30 personalities, corporate organisations and agencies from across Africa will be awarded with Crystal Award Trophies in recognition of their outstanding contributions to peace and security on the African continent.

“At Security Watch Africa Initiatives, we believe that security encompasses everything that threatens human lives and valuables, and this is reflected in our award categories.

“From leadership and governance to the armed forces, police, medical professionals, the media, hospitality, transportation, and humanitarian service honour those who make our continent safer and better,” he added.

A member of Board of Trustee, retired Brig.-Gen. Sani Kukasheka Usman, said the choice of Qatar was both symbolic and practical.

According to Usman, it exemplifies a country that places immense value on humanity, consistently striving to enhance the quality of life for its people.

“We believe that participants will experience the best practices in that country and through this experience, we can learn invaluable lessons that can be applied in Africa.

“In addition, we are bringing some Qatar’s senior government and security officials to engage with our participants and share insights on their approach to security and governance.

“Most importantly, this event will once again provide a platform to showcase African finest to a global audience,” he said. (NAN)

FCT nurse bags international DAISY award

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By Folasade Akpan

Ms Rosemary Okoroafor, a nurse at Karshi General Hospital, a surbub of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has bagged the DAISY Foundation award for extraordinary nurses.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that DAISY is an acronym for Diseases that Affect Immune Systems.

 

The award is a recognition programme to celebrate and recognise nurses by collecting nominations from patients, families, and co-workers.

 

Okoroafor was conferred the award on Monday at the hospital premises by members of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses in North America (NANNNA).

 

At the ceremony, Dr Emilia Iwu, a board member of NANNNA, said that the DAISY award was initiated in 1999 to recognise nurses that gave compassionate care to their patients.

 

She said the foundation was established after the death of Patrick Barnes, a 33-year-old, who died of a group of diseases that affected his immune system, but was taken very good care of by the nurses.

 

His family decided to honour his memory with the foundation and the nurses’ recognition.

 

She said it was a global award that was just brought to Nigeria and would henceforth be done yearly.

 

“So we brought the DAISY award to Nigeria to really recognise Nigerian nurses who are giving excellent care, taking care of patients regardless of any situation they are faced with in the hospital.

 

“It has been happening in the United States and other countries, but DAISY and NANNNA are partnering to bring the award to Nigeria to recognise the excellent work nurses are doing in Nigeria.”

 

Iwu said that to be eligible, nurses are nominated by their patients and their families.

 

The award recipient, Okoroafor, thanked the organisers for the award, adding that she was so proud to be a nurse and being the first recipient of the award in Nigeria.

 

“I didn’t know that I would be nominated in the first place, but I feel that’s the work of God and good work always pays.

 

“When you’re doing good things, nobody sees you, but God in heaven sees everything.

 

“My advice to my colleagues is that good work pays. I pray that they would also work hard.

 

“Do things with your heart, don’t do eye service, show compassion to the less privileged and your patients.”

 

Describing Okoroafor’s relationship with patients, the Head of Nursing at the Hospital, Ms Sarah Imohionsen, said that she was very caring and often referred to as “Maman Yara” because of how she helps even with patients’ bills.

 

“The kind of patients we have in Karshi are actually indigents. Most of them cannot actually afford their bills.

 

“We task ourselves, or at times we meet our Medical Director to write off the bills, and at other times we feed the patients, and she goes to all lengths to care for patients, either for drugs or blood.

 

“They know her around the hospital, so I am very happy with these little things we do, unnoticed, but it has been noticed today.”

 

Mr Jama Maden, the Chairman, National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), FCT, said he was impressed with the recognition to the rural nurse.

 

He said this indicated that good things would always locate those deserving of it irrespective of their location.

 

“The little care and the little steps you take to help somebody extraordinarily will also be traced to you wherever you are.”

 

Dr Esther Oshinluyi, Chair of the Health Mission Committee of NANNNA, said that the association was an umbrella body of nurses in the United States, Mexico and Canada.(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

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