JAMB Registrar, NMDPRA CEO, MasterMind Investment Group for Honours at 16th Peace Achievers Awards
Three prominent Nigerians drawn from the education, petroleum and community development sectors have been nominated for special recognition at the 16th Peace Achievers International Awards 2026, scheduled for November 7 at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.
The nominees include the Registrar and Chief Executive of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Segun Aina; Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Mallam Rabiu A. Umar, H.E Amb Prof Smelly Dube, Group CEO, Rivervalley Group, Zimbabwe, Premium Bello, CEO MasterMind Investment Group, Director-General of Creek to Creek Movement and a leading figure at Mia Lush Energy Services Limited, High Chief (Dr.) Mike Ebi Ayapaye and Eng Dr Mncedisi Dube, Group Chairman, Rivervalley Group, Zimbabwe. Other honourees include, Amb Dr Nimi Briggs, CEO NIMPAT Group, HRH Amb Suleiman A. Ako, The Osu Ajiri of Udege Chiefdom and Paramount Ruler of Afo Nation, Nasarawa State, ESV. Osilama Emmanuel Osilama, Group Chairman/CEO, Noel Osilama Global Group Inc, Abdulhafiz Umar Barau, Dan Isan Gusau/Magayakin Tsafe, Founder, AUG Foundation, Alh Kabiru Lawal Muhammad (KLM), Jagaban Zamfara, Founder, KLM Foundation, Dr Sandra N. Uzodimma,Founder, Mom of Boys Nigeria, Mr Ukadike Ifeanyi Daniel, MD/CEO, Dollar Group, Amb Dr Princess Akawor Dolor,President, Princess Thyroid Awareness initiative, Alh Dr Sanusi Teslim, CEO, Jeje-Ola Properties Ltd, Mr Kayode Akintemi, Managing Director, News Central TV. Dr Auwal Abdullahi, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Backbone Connectivity Network Limited, Dr Ladejobi Tosin Isaac, Chairman, Toslad Group and Mr JohnBull N Igwe, MD iShotit International Ltd.
These personalities will be honoured for their contributions to institutional leadership, public service, energy sector development, peacebuilding and community empowerment.
Prof. Aina is billed to receive the Distinguished Educational Technology, Digital Transformation & Institutional Leadership Award, in recognition of leadership in education and the advancement of technology-driven institutional development.
Mallam Umar will be honoured with the Distinguished Petroleum Regulatory Leadership & Energy Sector Development Award, while High Chief Ayapaye will receive the Distinguished Leadership in Peacebuilding, Youth Empowerment & Niger Delta Community Development Award, acknowledging his contributions to grassroots development and efforts aimed at promoting peace and opportunities for young people in the Niger Delta.
The forthcoming ceremony is expected to bring together political leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, entertainers, media practitioners, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to celebrate individuals and institutions making meaningful contributions to society.
Speaking ahead of the event, the Convener of the Peace Achievers International Awards, Amb. Dr. Kingsley Amafibe, said the 16th edition would spotlight individuals whose achievements extend beyond personal success to positively impact communities and national development as we move towards the general elections.
According to him, this year’s recognition will cut across peacebuilding, leadership, humanitarian service, entrepreneurship, public service, education, healthcare, entertainment, media and community development.He explained that the awards platform was established not merely to celebrate professional accomplishments, but also to recognise how individuals deploy their positions, resources and influence to improve lives and address societal challenges.
“True achievement is not measured only by the positions people occupy or the wealth they accumulate, but also by the positive difference they make in the lives of others,” he said.
Amafibe emphasised that peace must be understood beyond the absence of conflict, noting that a peaceful society is one where people have opportunities to thrive, differences are resolved through dialogue, and communities coexist in an atmosphere of inclusion and mutual respect.
He added that the 2026 edition would provide an opportunity to celebrate excellence while encouraging conversations around national unity, responsible leadership and collective responsibility for building a better society.
The convener expressed hope that the achievements of this year’s honourees would inspire young Nigerians to embrace integrity, innovation, compassion and service, regardless of their chosen professions.
