The Blueprint Newspapers has awarded the Director-General of National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), Chukwuemeka Woke, with a Public Service Excellence.

This is recognition of Woke’s exceptional leadership and commitment to public service since he assumed office.

The award took place during the newspaper’s 2025 Public Lecture, Impact Series, and Award Ceremony on Tuesday in Abuja.

President Bola Tinubu approved the appointment of Woke as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the NOSDRA in May 2024.

The Blueprints, with the theme “Exploring the Potential of Livestock Exports” was attended by the top government functionaries, media, civil society, and the private sector.

It is aimed at celebrating individuals and institutions making impactful contributions to national development.

Woke was commended for his outstanding commitment to environmental protection, regulatory excellence, and innovative leadership in oil spill detection and response.

The award particularly noted NOSDRA’s deployment of technology-driven solutions and strengthened enforcement of environmental compliance within Nigeria’s oil and gas sector.

Receiving the award on behalf of the Director General, Dr Olusola Oladipo, Director of Planning, Policy Analysis, and Research at NOSDRA, commended Blueprint for the honour.

“This award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and visionary leadership of Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke.”

The event also featured discussions on national resilience, institutional performance, and the media’s role in shaping governance.

Personalities from public and private sectors were recognised for their contributions to sustainable development.

Members of NOSDRA’s management team were in attendance in solidarity with the Director-General.

Blueprint’s management emphasised that the event aims to inspire excellence, accountability, and visionary leadership across all sectors of Nigerian society.(NAN)

Edited by Ismail Abdulaziz