The Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC), Rt. Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, has dedicated his “Most Outstanding Public Servant of the Year 2025” award to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Yakub received the honour during the 9th Edition of the Nigerian Assembly Orientation and Awards ceremony, held on Wednesday at the National Assembly Library Trust Fund Hall, Abuja. The annual event, organized by Assembly News, celebrates exceptional performance among public servants in both legislative and non-legislative categories nationwide.
Publisher of Assembly News, Prince Adeboye Omoboye, explained that the NTAC boss emerged winner following a national poll that recognized his exemplary service and commitment to national development. He commended Yakub for using the Technical Aid Corps Scheme to advance Nigeria’s global image through soft power diplomacy and international cooperation over the last two and a half years of the Tinubu administration.
In his remarks, Yakub expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve the nation, dedicating the award to him in appreciation of his leadership and vision. He also praised the event organizers for promoting developmental journalism, noting that such platforms play a vital role in documenting Nigeria’s progress and inspiring the younger generation to reconnect with the nation’s history.
Speaking earlier on the theme “A New Nigeria,” the Director-General of the Nigerian Orientation Agency (NOA), Issa Lanre Onilu—represented by his Special Assistant on Media, Tolu Meduna—urged Nigerians to embrace civic responsibility and uphold national values as outlined in the new 7-for-7 National Value Charter.
The ceremony also honoured several other distinguished Nigerians across various categories, reaffirming a collective commitment to nation-building through parliamentary advocacy and public service excellence.
Yakub was accompanied to the event by senior NTAC officials, including the Director of Administration, Amb. Yakubu Abdullahi Ahmed; Director of Programmes, Amb. Zakari Usman; Deputy Director and Head of Accounts, Mrs. Meimunat Haruna-Mustapha; Assistant Director (Internal Audit), Mr. Adekola Lawal; Assistant Director, Mr. Mustapha Aliyu; and Assistant Director (Programmes), Mr. Fehintola Adebowale.
