In a landmark recognition for selfless service and innovative leadership in addressing erosion and flood challenges in Nigeria, the National Project Coordinator, Nigeria Climate Adaptation Erosion and Watershed Project NEWMAP-EIB, Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks has been awarded the prestigious PAN- AFRICAN selfless Leadership Prize for Excellence which aligns with the ideals of the late revolutionary icon, Thomas Sankara. The award was presented by the Youth Partnership for Africa’s Development (YOUPAD), an African youth organization dedicated to fostering leadership and entrepreneurship across the continent during a courtesy visit to the National Project Coordinator on Tuesday in Abuja .
The YOUPAD President, Henry Nwankwo in his speech praised Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks for his selfless leadership, tireless efforts in ensuring the effective implementation of the NEWMAP-EIB project in 23 states. He Further highlighted his remarkable contributions to environmental sustainability in Nigeria. “We commend Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks for his selfless service and innovative leadership in addressing the pressing issues of erosion and flood management in Nigeria,” he said. The Thomas Sankara Pan-African Leadership Prize is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the advancement of African unity, social justice, and grassroots empowerment. Speaking after receiving the award, Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks expressed gratitude to the YOUPAD Team for the honour and for also recognizing his work. The National Project Coordinator last week was honoured with the prestigious Award of Recognition as Hero of Climate Mitigation and Adaptation from the Federal College of Forestry, Jos Plateau State during its Annual Convocation Ceremony . Speaking after receiving the award, Engr. Anda Ayuba Yalaks expressed gratitude to the YOUPAD Team for the honour and for also recognizing his work. The National Project Coordinator last week was honoured with the prestigious Award of Recognition as Hero of Climate Mitigation and Adaptation from the Federal College of Forestry, Jos, Plateau State, during its Annual Convocation Ceremony.
