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NATIONAL DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD CONFERRED ON MS. EVELYN ONYILO

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President and Founder of the Initiative for Women’s Accelerated Development in Africa (INWOAD) and Publisher of Phenomenal People Magazine, Ms. Evelyn Onyilo, has been honored with the National Distinguished Leadership Award. The award was presented to her by the Northern Youth Peace Ambassadors (NYPA) in Abuja over the weekend. According to Engr. Abdulmalik Usman, President of the NYPA, Ms. Onyilo was nominated for the award in recognition of her outstanding leadership, professional capabilities, and selfless commitment to humanitarian causes. He described her as an “Icon of Transformation and a Peace Ambassador” who has continued to contribute to national development and mentor young people. Engr. Usman congratulated Ms. Onyilo on the award, urging her to continue being a beacon of hope and advocate for the youth population. “We recognize your tireless efforts in promoting gender equality, youth empowerment, and service to humanity,” he said. Ms. Onyilo expressed her profound gratitude to the NYPA for the honor. “I am committed to continuing to advocate for gender equality, youth empowerment, and service to humanity,” she said. “Nigeria must recognize the importance of women and youth in nation-building and work towards their inclusion in all spheres of development.” As a veteran journalist and women’s advocate, Ms. Onyilo has made significant contributions to national development and has been a role model for young people. The National Distinguished Leadership Award is a testament to her dedication and commitment to creating positive change in Nigeria.