Diri, Lagos APC hail Basiru over award

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Ajibola Basiru. Credit: Adejare Kehinde

Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, and the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress have congratulated the National Secretary of the APC, Ajibola Basiru, on his conferment as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management.

Basiru was admitted as a Fellow of CIPM in Abuja on Thursday.

In a statement made available to The PUNCH on Friday, Diri said Basiru’s “longstanding commitment to excellence, exemplary leadership and notable record of service” continued to inspire confidence across political and professional circles.

The governor stated that the conferment validated the APC scribe’s contributions to democratic governance and national development.

“As you add yet another feather to your cap, I salute this notable milestone and wish you continued success, greater accomplishments and enduring distinction in all your future endeavours,” Diri said.

Similarly, the Lagos State APC Chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi, in a statement, described the conferment as a testament to Basiru’s years of dedication, professionalism and invaluable contributions to human resource development.

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“It is, indeed, gratifying to see your hard work, competence and passion for excellence being rewarded with such a distinguished honour,” Ojelabi stated.

He added that Basiru’s elevation to the fellowship cadre was not merely a recognition of his professional accomplishments, but also a celebration of his positive impact.

“As the National Secretary of APC, the biggest and most organised party in the country, many have and continue to benefit from your compassion and empathy. This achievement thus reflects your perseverance, intellectual capacity, kindness and unwavering commitment to excellence,” Ojelabi added.

Also, a political group, Alubarika Movement, congratulated Basiru on the feat, describing it as a fitting recognition of his intellectual excellence, leadership and public service.

In a statement, the group said, “We are proud to identify with this remarkable milestone, which further reflects your dedication to excellence, purposeful leadership and service to humanity.”