OurNigeria News Awards 2024: Adeosun, Mukokomani to Receive TY Buratai Excellence Award in Military Leadership
By Matthew Eloyi
The OurNigeria News Awards 2024 has announced Lieutenant General Lamidi Adeosun of Nigeria and Brigadier General Mike Mukokomani of Botswana as recipients of the esteemed TY Buratai Excellence Award in Military Leadership. The award recognises military leaders who have demonstrated exceptional service, visionary leadership, and unwavering dedication to peace, security, and nation-building.
The awards ceremony, scheduled for Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the Abuja Continental Hotel, will bring together distinguished leaders from government, military, business, and civil society to celebrate excellence and inspire progress across Africa.
According to a press release signed by Sir AK Peters, Chairman of the Editorial Board, OurNigeria News Magazine, Lieutenant General Lamidi Adeosun has left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s military landscape. Renowned for his tactical brilliance, he has played a pivotal role in addressing security challenges across Nigeria and the West African sub-region. His legacy includes modernising military operations and mentoring future leaders in the armed forces.
The statement also noted that Brigadier General Mike Mukokomani has significantly influenced regional security in Southern Africa. As a leader in the Botswana Defence Force, he has earned respect for his professionalism, innovation, and commitment to military ethics. His leadership has cemented Botswana’s reputation as a beacon of peace and security on the continent.
The TY Buratai Excellence Award, named after Nigeria’s former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Rtd), recognises leaders who have redefined the ethos of military service. It encourages discipline, innovation, and collaboration in tackling Africa’s contemporary security challenges.
The OurNigeria News Awards organising committee extended heartfelt congratulations to the honourees. “Their achievements are not only a source of pride for their respective nations but also a testament to the transformative power of visionary military leadership across Africa,” Peters added.
The OurNigeria News Awards is an annual event celebrating individuals and organisations making significant contributions to Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. By highlighting excellence in various fields, the event fosters collaboration and inspires new achievements for sustainable development.
As the countdown to January 30 begins, the spotlight shines brightly on Lt-Gen. Adeosun and Brig-Gen. Mukokomani. Their stories of resilience, service, and leadership serve as an inspiration for future leaders and a call to action for fostering peace and security across the continent.