Former Ogun Governor Gbenga Daniel and technocrat Teju Phillips express gratitude after receiving nominations for The Sun Lifetime Achievement Award.
Former Ogun State governor Senator Gbenga Daniel and renowned technocrat Chief Mrs. Olateju Phillips have described The Sun Awards as a great honour, expressing deep gratitude for being named among the recipients of the prestigious recognition this year.
The distinguished figures spoke separately while accepting their award nomination letters from a management team led by Onuoha Ukeh, the Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief of The Sun Publishing Limited, during official visits to the recipients.
Both honourees commended the media organization for its unwavering commitment to celebrating excellence, according to information published by The Sun Nigeria.
Gbenga Daniel Commends The Sun For Promoting National Development
Senator Gbenga Daniel, who currently represents Ogun East at the National Assembly, emphasized that the recognition carries special weight because it originates from a media house that deliberately champions goodness, performance, and positive societal development.
The former governor praised the newspaper for maintaining hard copy production despite challenging industry conditions, while urging the publication to continue upholding high standards in public life and holding elected officials strictly accountable.
Highlighting his public service journey, The Sun Managing Director noted that Daniel supported pro-democracy activism as a financial pillar for the National Democratic Coalition during the military regime of General Sani Abacha before serving two terms as governor.
Teju Phillips Advocates For Greater Female Representation In Public Office
On her part, Chief Mrs. Olateju Phillips reflected on her illustrious career in both the private and public sectors, stating that her achievements stemmed from personal dedication and innate abilities rather than a desire for public accolades and awards.
The former Chairman of LASACO Assurance Plc voiced her strong support for women, expressing hope that her objective recognition would pave the way for more female leaders and future generations to be acknowledged for their contributions.
Ukeh lauded her extensive corporate governance experience, financial consultancy expertise, and pivotal roles in political fundraising committees supporting prominent leaders such as President Bola Tinubu and former Governor Babatunde Fashola.
Broad Spectrum Of Nigerian Achievers Recognized Across Categories
The latest edition of the awards features a wide array of distinguished Nigerians, with Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State emerging as the coveted Man of the Year for his notable leadership and administrative achievements.
Several state governors also secured recognition, including Hyacinth Alia of Benue, Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa, Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta, Umar Namadi of Jigawa, Uba Sani of Kaduna, and Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi.
Additional winners span diverse sectors, such as Zamfara State First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, DSS Director-General Oluwatosin Ajayi, Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, and music icon Chinedu Izuchukwu Okoli, popularly known as Flavour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who received The Sun Lifetime Achievement Award?
Senator Gbenga Daniel, Chief Mrs. Olateju Phillips, and the Archbishop of the Church of God Mission International are among the distinguished recipients of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.
Who won The Sun Man of the Year Award?
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State emerged as The Sun Man of the Year for his outstanding leadership and contributions to good governance.
What did Senator Gbenga Daniel say about the award?
Senator Gbenga Daniel described the honor as deeply meaningful because it comes from a newspaper that consistently celebrates goodness, performance, and positive national development.
Which other political figures were recognized by The Sun?
Other honourees include Governors Hyacinth Alia, Abdullahi Sule, Sheriff Oborevwori, Umar Namadi, Uba Sani, and Francis Nwifuru, alongside Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele and Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu.
