The Executive Vice Chairman of Bama Local Government Area, Hon. Babagana Yusuf Banki, has extended warm and heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Engr. Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, MNI, CON, FNSE, FNIAE, Executive Governor of Borno State, on his emergence as the recipient of the prestigious 2026 Quintessence Award.
The award, a Pan-African recognition conferred by the African Writers Endowment (AWE), celebrates distinguished accomplishments and outstanding contributions to African history, heritage and development. The 2026 edition will be presented at the Quintessence Ball scheduled to hold in New Jersey, United States, on Friday, September 25, 2026.
Hon. Banki described the honour as a well-deserved recognition of Governor Zulum’s visionary leadership, resilience, intellectual excellence, innovation and unwavering commitment to public service.
He noted that the Governor’s contributions to the development of Borno State, particularly in the areas of reconstruction, infrastructure, education, human capital development, institutional transformation, restoration of livelihoods and economic recovery remain pivotal to the state’s development trajectory.
“At a time when Borno State has confronted profound security and humanitarian challenges, your administration has continued to pursue initiatives focused on rebuilding communities, restoring livelihoods and creating opportunities for sustainable development. These are the same qualities cited by the African Writers Endowment for this recognition,” Banki stated.
As Executive Vice Chairman of Bama Local Government Area, Hon. Banki said he is honoured to join the people of Bama and well-meaning citizens across Borno State in celebrating the remarkable achievement.
According to him, the award is not only a personal milestone for the Governor but also a source of immense pride for the entire people of Borno State, especially as the state continues to advance its recovery, reconstruction and development agenda.
He prayed that the Pan-African distinction would serve as renewed encouragement for the Governor to continue advancing programmes and policies that promote peace, education, human dignity, economic opportunity, resilience and sustainable development across the state.
“On behalf of myself, my family and the good people of Bama Local Government Area, I once again extend our sincere and heartfelt congratulations to Your Excellency on this distinguished recognition,” he said.
“May Almighty Allah continue to grant you wisdom, strength, good health, courage and divine guidance as you continue to serve the people of Borno State and contribute to the development of Nigeria. May this honour mark another memorable chapter in your journey of public service and inspire greater accomplishments in the years ahead. Congratulations, Your Excellency.”
