In what is a boost to grassroots leadership recognition, the Chairman of Ajoni Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Ekiti State Ambassador Prince Michael Ogungbemi, fcpa, has been shortlisted for the prestigious "African Community Heroes' Award" in the United Kingdom.
A statement from the Chairman's office described the honour, conferred by the Global Skills Hub, United Kingdom, under the Africa Heroes' Project, as a fitting tribute to Prince Ogungbemi’s transformative strides in grassroots development and community leadership.
The announcement was contained in a letter dated March 16, 2025, and signed by the organisation’s Country Director, Dr Honey Olawale, who hailed Ogungbemi’s remarkable contributions to grassroots governance and his outstanding leadership impact in Ekiti State and Nigeria at large.
Ahead of the award presentation, the Chairman had participated in a virtual leadership training session held on April 26, 2025, alongside other honourees from across Africa, during which the chairman expressed deep gratitude for the recognition, dedicating the honour to the resilient and supportive people of Ajoni LCDA.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting inclusive governance, championing initiatives that empower citizens and sustaining the momentum of community transformation.
Prince Ogungbemi, in his remarks, also saluted Ekiti State Governor Mr. Biodun Oyebanji and former Governor Dr. Kayode Fayemi for the opportunity and support that enabled him to exhibit his leadership abilities and intellectual capacity.
The organisers of the programme noted that the award is aimed at celebrating Africa’s true heroes while alive, adding that national and international media platforms are being mobilized to cover the historic event.
Highlighting his achievements, the Global Skills Hub stated that the honour was in special recognition of Prince Ogungbemi’s integrity in public service, professional impact in local governance, grassroots engagement and contributions to sustainable development.
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