In recognition of his dedication and commitment to public administration, Muhammad Baba Okanla, the Chairman of the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) has been honored with a prestigious award of the Fellow of Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria (CILGPAN).
The award was given during the 22nd Investiture of Associates, Members, and Fellows Awards ceremony held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the Distance Learning Institute, University of Lagos (UNILAG) chaired by Prof. Muhammed Usman, Director of UNILAG Consult & Distance Learning Institute (DLI).
The Institute’s Director emphasized that the KWSIEC Chairman has proven to be a standout for his professionalism and unwavering commitment to public administration.
Furthermore, he noted that Baba Okanla was recognized for his active membership in CILGPAN, consistent participation in seminars and workshops, timely payment of annual dues, and overall dedication to the institute’s mission.
Expressing his gratitude, Baba Okanla said, “I am truly honored and humbled to receive this award. I want to believe that it is a testament to my dedication to serving humanity”.
“True to the saying that the reward for hard work is more work, I am deeply honored by this Fellowship and inspired to channel my knowledge and skills toward making meaningful contributions to the field of public administration.”
Baba Okanla joins a distinguished group of individuals who have been recognized by CILGPAN for their outstanding contributions to Local Government and Public Administration.
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