Ambassador Martins Acha, co-founder and president of the Martins & Eno Acha Foundation, has received the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his extensive community service and humanitarian efforts in the United States and Nigeria. The award, signed by U.S. President Joe Biden, honours individuals who have made a lasting impact through volunteerism and leadership.

The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest civil recognition granted by the U.S. government to individuals who have demonstrated long-term commitment to community development. Ambassador Acha was honoured for his decades of work advancing civic engagement, promoting education and healthcare, and supporting youth and economic empowerment.

Through his foundation, Acha has led initiatives focused on underserved communities, helping to improve access to essential services and foster local development. “This honor is not just about me, it belongs to every volunteer, every advocate, and every voice that has joined hands to make a difference,” he said while accepting the award.

Acha emphasized that his work is rooted in a commitment to service and compassion. “My wife and I remain committed to building bridges of hope and creating opportunities for generations to come,” he said.

He described the award as a reaffirmation of his mission to “serve humanity with purpose, compassion, and action,” and stressed that leadership is best measured by the ability to uplift others and inspire change.

As a recipient of the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Ambassador Acha joins a select group of individuals recognized for their significant contributions to community and national service.