President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Limited, Bashir Ojulari, have been named as recipients of the 2025 Aljazirah Personality of the Year Awards.
The list of honorees includes the President, the Minister, and six state governors, identifying a group of leaders recognised for their impact on governance. The awards are organised by AljazirahNigeria/London Newspapers to celebrate excellence in leadership, public service, entrepreneurship, and contributions to national development.
The selection of these individuals follows an assessment of their roles in shaping Nigeria’s political and economic landscape. By honouring high-ranking officials from the presidency, the federal cabinet, and various state governments, the awards aim to recognise significant contributions to the country’s progress.
Recognition of leadership and service
The announcement, which was first detailed in the 2025 leadership excellence honours list, identifies the specific criteria used to select the recipients. The awards focus on how these individuals have navigated national challenges through effective public service and strategic decision-making.
For Bashir Ojulari, the recognition comes as NNPC Limited continues to play a central role in Nigeria’s energy sector and national revenue generation. His leadership at the national oil company is a key factor in the current administration’s broader economic objectives.
Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s inclusion reflects his administration of the Ministry of Interior, which manages critical sectors such as immigration, prisons, and civil defence. His tenure has focused on various reforms aimed at improving administrative efficiency and national security protocols within the ministry.
The six state governors named in the honours list represent a range of sub-national leadership. Their selection acknowledges the importance of state-level governance in implementing federal policies and driving economic growth across different geopolitical zones in Nigeria.
The Aljazirah awards are a collaborative effort between Nigerian and London-based media entities, intended to provide a platform for recognising Nigerian achievements with an international perspective. The organisers have not yet released the specific date or venue for the award presentation ceremony.
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