The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has bestowed a prestigious Award of Excellence in Educational Impact on the Edo State Commissioner for Education and Chairman, Steering Committee of the Nigeria Education Forum (NEF) 2025, Dr. Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu.
The award was formally presented by Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima, who was ably represented at the ceremony held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, during the Nigeria Governors’ Forum event.
Dr. Iyamu was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the advancement of education in Edo State and his leadership role in shaping the national vision for educational transformation through the NEF 2025 Steering Committee.
The NGF noted that Senator Monday Okpebholo and Dr Paddy Iyamu’s strategic reforms, commitment to teacher development, and passion for quality learning have set new standards that continue to influence both state and national education policies.
In his remarks, Dr. Iyamu expressed profound gratitude to the Nigerian Governors’ Forum and the Office of the Vice President for the honor, describing the award as a motivation to further deepen his efforts toward sustainable educational excellence in line with the SHINE Agenda of his principal the Governor of Edo State.
He dedicated the award to the governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo , teachers, students, education stakeholders, emphasizing that the success recorded so far is a collective achievement driven by teamwork and vision.