By Sarah Momoh
The Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, and the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa Eniitan, have congratulated the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, on his recent conferment of the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In a statement released by the Ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the Education Ministry leadership described the honour as a well-deserved recognition of Dr. Alausa’s unwavering dedication, visionary leadership, and exceptional contributions to national development through the education sector.
Professor Suwaiba lauded the award as not only a personal milestone for Dr. Alausa but also a broader endorsement of the pivotal role education plays within the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
“This honour reflects Dr. Alausa’s tireless commitment to transforming Nigeria’s education sector. His integrity, focus, and leadership continue to inspire reform, innovation, and excellence across the Ministry and the nation,” she said.
She also expressed deep appreciation to President Tinubu for acknowledging Dr. Alausa’s efforts with such a distinguished national award, noting that it signals the administration’s trust in the Ministry’s ongoing reform agenda and its strategic role in national growth.
The Permanent Secretary, Mr. Eniitan, joined in celebrating the honour, describing Dr. Alausa as a transformational leader whose impact is evident in the Ministry’s renewed momentum.
As the Ministry celebrates this national recognition, Professor Suwaiba reaffirmed her full support for Dr. Alausa’s leadership and their collective commitment to delivering inclusive, accessible, and quality education to all Nigerians.
