The National Association of Ufia Students (NAUS) has honoured the Executive Chairman of Ado Local Government Area, Engr. Sunny Oche, with an Award of Excellence in recognition of his leadership and contributions to grassroots development. The award, presented in the form of a glass plaque, was delivered by the National President of NAUS, Comrade Ugbudu Isaac Udonu, during a courtesy visit to the Chairman at his country home in Ikpomolokpo.
Speaking during the presentation, Comrade Udonu commended the Chairman’s support for students through scholarship interventions, his efforts to promote youth participation and his accessibility to members of the community. He also cited the Chairman’s involvement in security matters, including his participation in preventive security operations, as evidence of his commitment to the safety of residents. He stated that, based on the assessment of the student body, Engr. Oche’s performance qualifies him for recognition as the best-performing Local Government Chairman in Benue State. He also congratulated the Chairman on his emergence as Treasurer of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Benue State Chapter.
The students who attended the event were Comr. Ugbudu Isaac Ugbudu of Unique Open University, Ojor, Lagos; Comr. Ilof Cletus and Comr. Edeh Joseph of Benue State University, Makurdi; Comr. Agbo Sunday of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa; and Uche Maria of Elengalf College of Health Science, Akeh, Edumoga, Benue State.
Responding, Engr. Sunny Oche thanked the leadership of NAUS for the recognition and recalled his experience as a student unionist at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. He encouraged the students to maintain unity, mutual respect and a strong sense of responsibility while pursuing their education. He urged them to remain focused on their studies and strive for excellence in their various fields, reminding them that their achievements would determine the opportunities available to them in the future.
The Chairman described the award as an encouragement to continue serving the people and not as a reason to become complacent. He assured the students that his administration would continue to build on its achievements and support initiatives that promote education, youth development and the overall wellbeing of residents. He further encouraged the students to make education a priority, emphasising the importance of consistent study and personal discipline.
The presentation concluded with mutual appreciation between the NAUS delegation and the Chairman, highlighting the importance of constructive engagement between student organisations and local government leadership. The recognition serves as an encouragement for continued attention to education, youth development and responsive grassroots governance in Ado Local Government Area.
Signed,
Innocent Igelle, cLMiH, mPPSN, MCAI
Principal Private Secretary to the Chairman
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