The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union, IEDPU Northern Zone has extended its warm congratulations to Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman on his prestigious 2023 Integrity and Public Servant of the Year Merit Award.

In a statement sent to INCNews247 on Wednesday, the Northern Zone Chairman of IEDPU, A.S.Moyosore, expressed great pride in Prof. Sulaiman's remarkable achievement.

Moyosore believes that the 2023 Integrity and Public Servant of the Year Merit Award is a testament to Prof. Sulaiman's commitment to ethical values, transparency, and his tireless efforts to promote excellence in public service.

He further noted that the award not only reflects the individual's accomplishments but also underscores Ilorin's contributions to the nation.

“Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman's commitment to public service and the values he upholds align closely with IEDPU's mission to promote unity, progress, and development within the Ilorin Emirate and beyond,” he said.

“His recognition with the 2023 Integrity and Public Servant of the Year Merit Award serves as a source of inspiration for all indigenes and members of the IEDPU Northern Zone.

“The IEDPU Northern Zone congratulates Prof. Sulaiman on this well-deserved honor and looks forward to his continued contributions to the betterment of the Ilorin Emirate and Nigeria as a whole.

“This recognition not only honors an individual's achievement but also highlights the positive impact of Ilorin on the nation's development. He has become a beacon of integrity and an inspiration to many in the field.

“Prof. Abubakar O. Sulaiman, currently serving as the Director General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), has demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment to his role. This commitment has not only earned him recognition but has also significantly contributed to the advancement of legislative and democratic studies in Nigeria.