BD Dende Brampton Award celebrates his philanthropy and community impact as Canada recognises his contributions through the IBD Foundation
The IBD Dende Brampton Award took centre stage in Ikeja yesterday during a momentous ceremony at the Radisson Blu Hotel, where High Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun received an esteemed Award of Excellence from the City of Brampton, Canada.
The honour underscored his far-reaching philanthropic work and his sustained commitment to empowerment through the IBD Foundation.
Delegates representing the Mayor of Brampton, His Lordship Patrick Brown, led by Mr Richard Forward, Senior Manager of the Financial Advisory Budget Office, highlighted the city’s resolve to deepen international partnerships with impactful leaders.
They praised Dende for his unwavering dedication to improving lives across Nigeria.
The recognition celebrated his wide-ranging charitable interventions in communities across Lagos and Ogun States.
It was further accompanied by a formal commendation letter sealed by Mayor Brown, applauding Dende’s contributions to economic development, community growth and his active support for the African Made Economic Growth Initiative in Canada, attended by his wife, Mrs Omolara Egungbohun.
During the ceremony, the Mayor’s representatives emphasised the importance of spotlighting transformative figures.
With an estimated 12,000 Nigerians living in Brampton, they noted that leaders like Chief Dende embody hope and progress for diaspora communities.
Also present were Mr Imadu Maurice, adviser and community engagement specialist at the Mayor’s Office, and Mrs Kehinde Adelaja-Okoroafor, Founder of the Make Mee Elegant Foundation.
Both commended Dende’s compassion for the marginalised and his relentless pursuit of empowerment-driven programmes.
As part of the growing collaboration, Mayor Brown extended an invitation to Chief Dende to attend next year’s AMEGI event in Brampton, which aims to strengthen economic ties and empower one thousand women while celebrating contributions from the African diaspora.
Receiving the award, Dende reaffirmed his commitment to philanthropy. He reflected on the substantial investments channelled through the IBD Foundation into education, healthcare, humanitarian intervention, rural development and support for women-led businesses.
He noted that these programmes have delivered thousands of medical treatments, millions of meals and critical support to young Nigerians striving for opportunities.
He also applauded Mayor Brown’s leadership, citing initiatives like the Brampton Youth Empowerment Initiative and the Affordable Housing Expansion Programme as examples of public service that genuinely uplift communities.
Dende expressed strong enthusiasm for expanding his foundation’s work into Brampton during his upcoming visit to Canada, with the aim of supporting local initiatives and promoting shared prosperity.
For Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, this celebrated honour symbolises both personal achievement and strengthened ties between Canadian institutions and Nigerian changemakers.
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In a significant recognition of his leadership and developmental agenda, Dr. Dauda Lawal, the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, has been awarded the prestigious New Telegraph Governor of the Year Award for Projects. This accolade comes just a day after he received the Governor of the Year award from Leadership Newspaper in Abuja. The gala ceremony took place at the renowned Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos on Friday, February 13, 2026, showcasing the governor’s exceptional contributions to the state.
The award was presented to Governor Lawal by Aremo Olusegun Osoba, former Governor of Ogun State and a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), alongside His Excellency Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, Publisher of New Telegraph and former Governor of Abia State. Both leaders expressed their admiration for Governor Lawal’s substantial investments in crucial sectors such as education, road construction, agricultural development, security enhancement, and capacity building. These initiatives have played a vital role in transforming Zamfara into a flourishing hub of infrastructural renewal and socio-economic growth.
During the award dinner, event organizers emphasized that Governor Lawal’s selection was based on his impressive track record of creating impactful projects and driving sustainable development within the state. The governor’s commitment to transparency, fiscal prudence, and exceptional budget performance has set a new standard for governance in Zamfara.
In his acceptance speech, Governor Lawal reflected on his campaign promises aimed at rescuing the state from years of infrastructural neglect. He noted that visible transformations are taking place, with Zamfara steadily evolving into a well-structured and efficient entity. He highlighted his administration’s focus on revamping the civil service to enhance efficiency and integrating technology to improve governance.
Governor Lawal also reassured the attendees that his administration is steadfastly on course to complete all ongoing projects, meeting and exceeding established standards. He underscored his unwavering commitment to the overall development of Zamfara, vowing to continue elevating the state from its previous struggles to a vibrant and sustainable community committed to the welfare of its citizens.
As a testament to his belief in collaborative governance, he dedicated the award to the resilient and supportive people of Zamfara. He expressed deep gratitude for their trust and encouragement, emphasizing that their faith in his leadership fuels his drive toward ensuring a prosperous future for the state.
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