The committed advocacy, leadership development, and capacity-building groups under the auspices of the *National Council For Civil Society Organisations (NACCSO) and Vision-One Leadership Development Initiative (VOLDI)* have expressed their readiness to honour *General CG Musa (rtd), the immediate past Chief of the Defence Staff, with the "Nation Builder Award in Integrity and National Service"* at the *3rd Edition of Nigeria's Nation Builders Annual Award 2025*.
The event is scheduled to take place on *Thursday, 13th November, 2025, at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre, Abuja, at 12 noon*.
This announcement was made by the *National President, Rt. Comrade Emmanuel Johnny,* who expressed heartfelt gratitude to *Gen CG Musa rtd* for his dedication to promoting peaceful coexistence, unity, and economic prosperity in Nigeria.
According to Johnny, "We feel fulfilled as CSOs, glad and proud to honour a military general whose leadership qualities are worthy of emulation. A leader whose leadership qualities, diligent service, and passion for a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria will forever be appreciated by Nigerians who love peace and national development."
Johnny also disclosed that, aside from General Musa (rtd), several other notable Nigerians who have distinguished themselves in their respective fields and will be honoured, including:
Prof. Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, Registrar/CEO of NECO, with the Nation Builder Award in Educational Development
Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director of NELFUND, with the Nation Builder Award in Educational Development
H.E. Silas Agara, Director-General of NDE, with the Nation Builder Award in Entrepreneurial Development and Job Creation
Hajiya Aisha Ahmed Audi, National President of CDOWA, with the Nation Builder Award in Women Empowerment and Humanitarian Service
Dr. Sa'id Alkali Kori, Group CEO of Thinklab Group, with the Nation Builder Award in Innovative Business Development and Humanitarian Service
Dr. (Mrs.) Gloria Olotu, Director of Finance and Accounts
Mrs. Lois Ihwo Andrew, CEO of Dee Utesils
Mr. David Raymond Edet, an emerging leader among others shall be honoured greatly.
The event promises to be a memorable one, bringing together notable Nigerians from various fields to celebrate the awardees' contributions to national development. The Nation Builders Annual Award is an initiative aimed at recognizing and rewarding individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria.
The award is a testament to the awardees' hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence in their respective fields. It is also a reflection of their passion for nation-building and their desire to make a positive impact on the lives of Nigerians.
The event will feature keynote speeches, award presentations, and cultural performances, among other activities. It is expected to attract dignitaries from various sectors, including government, civil society, private sector, and the community leaders.
The organizers of the event have expressed their gratitude to all the awardees for their contributions to national development and for having good working relationship with their organisations and invite all Nigerians to join them in celebrating these outstanding individuals.
"Come, let celebrate excellence in Nation Building."