National Ethics and Values Awards 2025: Celebrating Integrity, Accountability, and Ethical Leadership Across Nigeria

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National Ethics and Values Awards 2025: Celebrating Integrity, Accountability, and Ethical Leadership Across Nigeria

National Ethics and Values Awards 2025: Celebrating Integrity, Accountability, and Ethical Leadership Across Nigeria Abuja, Nigeria — Friday, October 31, 2025.
In a resounding celebration of moral courage and leadership, the 2025 National Ethics and Values Awards (NEVA) brought together some of Nigeria’s most inspiring personalities at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja. The event, hosted by the African Young Leaders Empowerment Initiative (AFRIYOLEI), honored distinguished individuals and organizations who have demonstrated exceptional integrity, ethical leadership, and positive impact across diverse sectors of national life.

Themed “Building a Culture of Ethics for Tomorrow – Reflecting on Our Journey, Inspiring a Future Grounded in Accountability and Moral Courage,” the awards highlighted a renewed commitment to value-driven leadership, transparency, and ethical excellence in governance, business, and community service.

The prestigious ceremony was graced by leading figures including Mr. Obaniyi Clement Adebayo, Acting Provost, Anti-Corruption Academy of Nigeria (ACAN); Model Jeffrey Olu Abidoye, President and Chairman of Council, Institute of Leadership Management and Productivity Development; and Amb. Segun H. Olugbile, Managing Director/CEO, Data Analytics Privacy Technology Ltd and President, Global Network for Cybersolution Ltd/Gte (GNC) — all of whom applauded the initiative for its bold role in institutionalizing moral accountability in the nation’s leadership ecosystem.

Speaking at the event, the convener Amb. Dele Moses emphasized that NEVA was born out of a deep conviction that “integrity must once again be the foundation of leadership, business, and public service in Nigeria.” The awards, he noted, serve not only to celebrate excellence but also to inspire a generational shift toward honesty, transparency, and social responsibility.

Awardees and Honorees

  1. Enoch Ajani – Most Innovative Engineering & Automation Entrepreneur of the Year
  2. Rt. Hon. (Dr.) James Abiodun Faleke – Integrity Man of the Year
  3. Michael A. Sunbola – Most Ethical and Impactful Humanitarian Leader of the Year
  4. Emmanuel Oluremi Idowu – Most Ethical and Reliable Public Service Administrator of the Year
  5. Adeola Adeleye-Fasubaa – Diaspora Engagement Leader of the Year
  6. Abiodun Abayomi Oyebanji, CON – Integrity Governor of the Year
  7. Nwabueze C. Emeka-Olleny – Most Accountable Power Solutions Brand of the Year
  8. Adebanji Adeoye Atewogboye (Skibanj) – Most Ethical Grassroots Sports Advocate of the Year
  9. Safiyanu Garba Yauri – Most Innovative Ethical Tech Entrepreneur of the Year
  10. Abiodun Olumide Fatoki – Most Ethical and Visionary Leadership Excellence Award
  11. Oluwole Ajayi – Most Ethical and Reliable Travel & Tourism Brand of the Year
  12. Mr. Ayodele Ozugbakun – Most Ethical Broadcast Media Professional of the Year
  13. Princess Folashade Olabanji-Oba – Woman of the Year (Most Ethical Nation Builder)
  14. Princess Vera Otini Olive – Most Ethical Procurement and Public Service Leadership Icon of the Year
  15. Hon. Gyang Dung Musa – Ethical Leadership & Innovation Personality of the Year
  16. Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako–Mohammed – Environmental Stewardship and Ethical Public Service Award
  17. Dr. Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo – Community Development & Ethical Social Impact Leadership
  18. Comrade Ayodele Olawande – Youth Leadership, Empowerment & Ethical Governance of the Year
  19. Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo – Ethical Leadership in National Security and Public Safety
  20. Hon. Aminu Suleiman – Most Philanthropic & Ethical Public Servant of the Year
  21. Hon. (Otunba) Olukayode Stephen Ogundipe – Most Transparent Legislative Communicator of the Year
  22. Mrs. Oriyomi Pamela Otuka – Cultural Leadership Personality of the Year
  23. Accuinfra Technology Limited – Ethical Innovation & Technology Leadership Brand of the Year
  24. Fatima Jummai Abubakar – Most Ethical Procurement Officer of the Year
  25. Shehu Kudu Muhammad – Most Ethical Agricultural Project Coordinator of the Year
  26. Mrs. Philo Omoarukhe Ijiabiyi – Distinguished Woman of Ethical Leadership & Grassroots Empowerment Award
  27. Comrade Idris-Shonuga Oluwaseun – Most Ethical Leadership & Innovation Personality of the Year
  28. Oyekan Adedoyin Olanrewaju – Youth Climate Action Champion of the Year

The event’s atmosphere was filled with pride and reflection as each awardee pledged to uphold integrity and continue to serve as a moral compass within their communities and professional spheres.

In his closing remarks, Amb. Segun H. Olugbile praised the organizers for creating a credible platform that celebrates good governance and ethical behavior. “The sustainability of our national development depends on the quality of values we reward,” he stated.