The Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, has bagged the distinguished award on ‘project innovation’ at the 2024 Nigeria Excellence in Public Service Awards, NEAPS.
DAILY NIGERIAN reports that NEAPS is an initiative of the private sector and the office of the secretary to the government of the federation, OSGF.
Presenting the award to the governor on behalf of President Bola Tinubu on Saturday, Vice President Kashim Shettima said Mr Lawal was recognised for the numerous projects initiated and completed by his administration within one year.
In his reaction, Mr Lawal expressed appreciation for the award, assuming that he would serve as an encouragement for further efforts in rescuing and rebuilding Zamfara.
“Yesterday, Governor Dauda Lawal was honored with the Nigeria Excellence in Public Service [NEAPS] award for his courageous efforts to drive positive change, advocate for a more democratic society, and effectively reform governmental institutions,” a statement from the governor’s office, said.
“The nomination letter from the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation explained that the Zamfara governor was chosen for the prestigious Award for Project Innovation.
“The presidential award was given to recognise the Zamfara state government’s efforts in initiating and completing several projects within one year.”
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