The National President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi has been honoured with the Golden Era Pillar of Logistics Excellence, Purposeful Entrepreneur, Philanthropy and National Development Award by the Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers’ Union (RATTAWU).
The award was presented to him during the RATTAWU Safe Democracy Summit and Golden Honours with the theme, “Electoral Integrity in an AI Era – Role of Responsible Media and Culture in Safeguarding Democracy”, at the Intercontinental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos recently.
Stakeholders in the maritime industry and beyond attended the event. It also attracted prominent personalities including representatives of the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris and the Minister of Labour and Employment.
Other dignitaries in attendance included the National President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Dr. Ike Neliaku who chaired the occasion; the President of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria, Professor Rotimi Williams Olatunji who delivered the keynote address; representatives of the Lagos State Commissioner of Police; NAGAFF founder, Dr. Boniface Aniebonam; traditional rulers, freight forwarders and business leaders.
Speaking at the ceremony, RATTAWU National President, Prince Emeka Kalu described Ezisi as a philanthropist and community leader whose contributions to logistics, entrepreneurship and national development had positively impacted many lives.
Giving an insight into why the NAGAFF National President was given the award, Kalu said the union considered Ezisi deserving of recognition for his commitment to humanitarian causes and development initiatives, noting that society should celebrate individuals who have distinguished themselves through hard work and selfless service.
He reaffirmed RATTAWU’s commitment to defending the rights of the oppressed, giving voice to the voiceless and supporting vulnerable members of society.
Representing the Minister of Information and National Orientation, the Director of Public Relations and Protocol in the ministry, Dr. Suleiman Haruna said inquiries about Ezisi’s background revealed him to be a man whose contributions to humanity had earned him widespread respect.
Haruna likened Ezisi to “a mighty river that irrigates lands and people,” saying his generosity had positively transformed many lives.
Others who also spoke at the event including Chairman of the NAGAFF Board of Trustees, Mr. Chidiebere Enelamah, and its National Vice President, Princess Chi Ezeh also paid glowing tributes to Ezisi, describing him as a compassionate leader whose recognition was well deserved.
Enelamah also applauded Ezisi’s wife for her support, describing her as a pillar behind her husband’s success.
Also speaking, representatives of the Imperial Philanthropic Family poured encomiums on the NAGAFF President for his longstanding support for charitable causes across the country, saying the honour reflected his commitment to humanitarian service.
They enjoined him to remain steadfast in his philanthropic activities, even as they pointed out that his impact had changed many lives and inspired others to serve humanity.
Ezisi in response, expressed gratitude to God, his family, friends and supporters for standing with him throughout his journey.
He also acknowledged Aniebonam for providing him with the platform to serve, while thanking RATTAWU for the recognition.
He pledged his continued support for the union and assured members that he would always be available whenever called upon.
He described the honour as one of the most memorable moments of his life and thanked guests for their presence and goodwill.
