All Is Set For The 2024 Courageous Citizens Award To Hold On June 1st
By: Nwanma Ogidi
Abuja, Nigeria – Get ready to be inspired as ordinary Nigerians pay tribute to the extraordinary valor displayed by their fellow citizens during the 2023 elections.
Ordinary Nigerians honoring Ordinary Citizens with extraordinary valor for a better Nigeria during the 2023 elections
A wide range of nominees was considered from different sectors and regions, including youths/social media influencers, clergy, professionals, activists, media, politics, socio-cultural, entertainment, captains of industry, and civil service, among others
The highly anticipated 2024 Courageous Citizens Award, powered by the Nigerian American Coalition for Justice and Democracy (NACJD), is set to take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the prestigious Sandralia Hotel in Jabi, Abuja.
Under the theme “Acts and Voices of Valor: Celebrating Uncommon Heroes of Democracy & Good Governance,” this grand event promises to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes who fearlessly fought for a better Nigeria.
2024 Courageous Citizens Award conveying, Powered by the Nigerian American Coalition for Justice and Democracy with the THEME, “ACTS AND VOICES OF VALOR: CELEBRATING UNCOMMON HEROES OF DEMOCRACY & GOOD GOVERNANCE”.
DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024, TIME 11 AM, VENUE: SANDRALIA HOTEL, 1 SOLOMON LAR WAY, JABI, ABUJA will be abuzz with excitement and anticipation.
The Courageous Citizens Award has attracted a diverse range of nominees from various sectors and regions. From youths and social media influencers to clergy, professionals, activists, media personalities, politicians, sociocultural figures, entertainment icons, captains of industry, and civil servants, the nominees represent the mosaic of Nigerian society.
Out of thousands of nominations, the selection process was nothing short of arduous. Painstakingly, over 60 individuals were chosen to receive the historic Courageous Citizens Award. The awards will be presented in three distinguished categories: the Courageous Citizens Medal of Valor (CCMV), the Courageous Citizens Order of Freedom (CCOF), and the highest honor, the Courageous Citizens Order of Distinction (CCOD).
The guest list for this momentous occasion reads like a who’s who of Nigerian leaders and influencers. Notable personalities such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Peter Obi, Senator Ningi, Professor Nnenna Oti, Jennifer Efidi, James Osita (aka Flag Boy), Iyabo Ojo, Sarikin Dariya, and Sera Ibrahim are among the guests.
Over 60 people have been painfully selected for awards, from thousands of nominations.
These historic awards are in 3 categories namely the Courageous Citizens Medal of Valor (CCMV), Courageous Citizens Order of Freedom (CCOF) and the highest Courageous Citizens Order of Distinction (CCOD).
“Courageous Citizens Awards are the highest citizens conferred national recognition to celebrate ordinary Nigerians who demonstrated extraordinary bravery and courage, during the 2023 elections, often risking their lives to make a significant public impact in advancing the cause of true democracy and a better Nigeria.”
Their presence further underscores the significance of this event and the importance of celebrating the uncommon heroes who have made a lasting impact on Nigerian society.
In a statement, Professor Eddie Oparaoji, Chairman of the Planning Committee for the Courageous Citizens Award Project, spoke passionately about the purpose and mission of these prestigious awards. He emphasized, “Courageous Citizens Awards are the highest citizens conferred national recognition to celebrate ordinary Nigerians who demonstrated extraordinary bravery and courage during the 2023 elections, often risking their lives to make a significant public impact in advancing the cause of true democracy and a better Nigeria.”
He further added, “We are a good governance project powered by the Nigerian and US-based organization, The Nigerian-American Coalition for Justice & Democracy (NACJD). We aim to honor individuals who exemplify remarkable bravery and commitment to fostering a credible electoral process and a better Nigeria. We also seek to acknowledge and celebrate the unsung heroes who, amidst adversity and danger, demonstrated unwavering courage, resilience, and dedication to the principles of democracy.”
Through this event, the Courageous Citizens Award hopes to inspire others to actively engage in shaping the future of Nigeria. By highlighting the actions of these extraordinary individuals, the aim is to foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and civic responsibility. This noble effort brings together leaders from various industries, civil society, the media, and the public to participate in honoring these remarkable ordinary citizens who have become society’s uncommon heroes.
As the stage is set for the first national honors by ordinary citizens for extraordinary valor, Nigeria eagerly awaits the celebration of these unsung heroes. The Courageous Citizens Award will undoubtedly serve as a powerful reminder of the resilience and dedication of individuals who have gone above and beyond to build a better Nigeria…
“We are a good governance project powered by the Nigerian and US-based organization- The Nigerian-American Coalition for Justice & Democracy (NACJD), dedicated to honoring individuals who exemplified remarkable bravery and commitment to fostering a credible electoral process and a better Nigeria. It also seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the unsung heroes who, amidst adversity and danger, demonstrated unwavering courage, resilience, and dedication to the principles of democracy.”
“By highlighting their actions, we aim to inspire others to actively engage in shaping the future of Nigeria and to foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and civic responsibility. It further seeks to bring together leaders of industry and civil society, the media, and members of the public to participate in this novel but noble effort to those ordinary citizens who are our society’s uncommon heroes”
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