Tinubu Honours Women Affairs Minister Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim with NEAPS 2026 Award for Excellence in Gender Policy

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The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim, has been presented with the 2026 Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) Distinguished Award for Excellence in Gender Policy and Social Inclusion, a prestigious national recognition celebrating her leadership and transformative impact in advancing women’s rights and social equity across Nigeria.

The award was formally presented at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, with the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the high-profile ceremony.

Speaking at the event, Akume conveyed the President’s commendation for the minister’s “dedicated service, exceptional leadership, and continuous advocacy for inclusive policies that uplift women, children, families, and vulnerable communities nationwide.”

The NEAPS award recognises Imaan Sulaiman Ibrahim’s pivotal role in shaping gender-responsive policies, strengthening national frameworks for social inclusion, and championing programmes aimed at improving the welfare and protection of Nigeria’s most vulnerable groups.

Under her leadership, the Ministry of Women Affairs has intensified efforts to combat gender-based violence, expand economic opportunities for women, enhance child welfare systems, and promote community-level inclusion initiatives that support families across the country.

The 2026 NEAPS award further cements her reputation as one of the leading voices driving sustainable gender policy reforms and social development in Nigeria.

With the recognition, the minister reaffirmed her commitment to deepening partnerships, strengthening institutional frameworks, and accelerating programs that foster equal opportunities and national development.