Lawal, Dangote, others win federal character compliance awards

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, alongside the Dangote Group, yesterday, won awards for their adherence to the mandate of the Federal Character Commission (FCC).

The awards celebrate individuals and organisations for their unwavering commitment to equity, fairness, and inclusivity in line with the FCC objectives.
Chairman of FCC, Dr Muheeba Dankaka, while presenting the awards in Abuja, during the commission’s third award ceremony, stressed the importance of the event.

She said the awards encourage adherence to the principles of federal character, which are crucial for national unity and development.  Dankaka applauded the recipients for their roles in setting high standards of compliance, and contributing to national cohesion.

She said: “The Commissioners’ Award Night is an event organised to reward and appreciate ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) that have successfully complied with the principles of character in their recruitment, promotions, and general interactions with the Commission in 2024.”

“It is also an opportunity to recognise the efforts of commissioners and staff, who have worked tirelessly with a high sense of responsibility. Since assuming office, I have interacted with various stakeholders, including the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the National Assembly, MDAs, and our in-house staff, all working with a shared passion to promote the mandate of the Commission in serving the country.”

The FCC boss highlighted the importance of collaboration among stakeholders, noting that synergy was essential to achieving the commission’s goals.  In his remarks, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who also received an award, emphasised the subconscious impact of the FCC’s principles on decision-making in both public and private sectors.