The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has honoured outstanding civil servants for their contributions to excellence, professionalism and effective public service delivery in Nigeria.

The recognition was presented during the 2026 Civil Service Week in Abuja as the Foundation marked the fifth anniversary of the Emily Aig-Imoukhuede Memorial Endowment Fund.

Established in 2022 in memory of the late Pastor Emily Aig-Imoukhuede, the Endowment Fund recognises public servants whose careers exemplify service, integrity, compassion and commitment to improving the lives of citizens.

This year’s honourees were recognised under two categories: the Presidential Civil Service Merit Award and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation EPIC Award.

According to the Foundation, the awards celebrate public servants who demonstrate excellence, accountability, professionalism and dedication to service.

Among the recipients was Anthony Okechukwu Ogwo, an alumnus of the Aig-Imoukhuede Public Leaders Programme (PLP) Cohort 5, highlighting the Foundation’s commitment to developing the capacity of public servants and strengthening leadership across the public service.

Speaking at the Civil Service Week Awards event, the Director of Programmes at the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, Chioma Njoku, said recognising excellence was critical to strengthening public institutions and improving governance outcomes.

She said, “Public servants play a vital role in shaping the quality of governance and improving outcomes for citizens.
“Through the Emily Aig-Imoukhuede Memorial Endowment Fund, we celebrate individuals whose commitment to excellence, integrity and service sets a standard for others and reinforces the values that underpin an effective and citizen-centred public service.”

Njoku, while marking the fifth anniversary of the Endowment Fund, reaffirmed the Foundation’s commitment to initiatives that promote professionalism, recognise excellence and contribute to the continuous improvement of Nigeria’s public service.

The Emily Aig-Imoukhuede Memorial Endowment Fund has awarded more than N860 million to civil servants across over 50 Ministries, Departments and Agencies in recognition of outstanding service and contributions to public sector excellence.