The Centre of Ethics and Self Value Orientation, Abuja, has presented an award of Integrity Icon of Nigeria to Dr. Pete Ibida, the member representing Njikoka Two Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly for his legendary performance in office.
House of Assembly Correspondent, Chukwuemeka Modilim reports that the ceremony was held in his compound at Nimo, Njikoka Local Government Area.
While presenting the award to the legislator, the Director of Centre of Ethics and Self Value Orientation, Prince Yakubu Musa explained that the agency made inquiries about how Dr. Ibida had performed his legislative duties at the State Assembly and his constituency for the past six years and was satisfied with the result they obtained.
Prince Musa said that investigations showed that Dr. Ibida has performed exceedingly well in health, education, sports, among others to deserve the award given to him.
He revealed that Dr. Ibida’s leadership character and humility convinced them to bestow the honour on him and urged other public servants to emulate him.
Responding, Dr. Ibida who was overwhelmed with joy described the award as a reward of excellence, hard work and dedication to duty.
The lawmaker said the award will spur him to be more dedicated to duty and commended them for being thorough and honest in selecting their awardees.
On his part, the Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Njikoka Local Government Area, Elder Charles Okongwu described the award as a reward of spectacular performance, adding that the lawmaker has touched many lives in his Constituency through effective representation.
The occasion was graced by the Transition Committee Chairman, Njikoka Local Government Area, Chief George Ozo, Igwe Maxi Oliobi, among others.
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