Emmanuel Agida receives honorary doctorate, becomes youngest to earn award

Renowned for his contributions to youth and social development, Emmanuel Agida, a dedicated humanitarian and entrepreneur, has been awarded an Honorary Doctoral Fellow in Youth Development and Humanitarian Services by the Chartered Institute of Public Resource Management and Politics (CIPRMP), Ghana. Agida, the Chairman of the West Africa Youth Fellowship and the Emmanuel Agida Foundation, is the youngest recipient of this distinguished honor.

Agida has consistently championed change, beginning with his appointment as Nigeria’s youngest political appointee at age 17 in 2021 and continuing with his induction as the youngest West Africa Youth Ambassador at age 18. His relentless efforts to uplift young people are evident in his initiatives, which have impacted over 3,000 young Africans. Through organizing summits, leadership programs, and speaking engagements across Africa, Agida has been a steadfast advocate for good governance and youth development. His charity foundation has provided aid to displaced families and victims of terrorism in Nigeria, fed countless families, and sponsored out-of-school children through its scholarship scheme.

Agida’s induction into CIPRMP places him among esteemed industrialists, notable professionals, and influential leaders. Founded in 1995 and chartered in 2005, CIPRMP is committed to promoting governance probity, ethical business conduct, and leadership excellence. Through impactful conferences, specialized training, and professional certifications, the institute equips its members to make positive contributions to their societies and nations. With its headquarters in Ghana and liaison offices in Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, and Kenya, CIPRMP enhances corporate governance and cultivates future leaders in both the public and private sectors.

Addressing the occasion, Dr. Ani Freeman, Executive Director of the Institute, praised Dr. Emmanuel Agida as a trailblazer. He stated, “After reviewing Dr. Agida’s record, we found no association with any malfeasance or corrupt practices. As an organization that upholds fairness, integrity, and probity in governance, we are proud to recognize this young champion.” Dr. Freeman further highlighted Agida’s exemplary role as a model for young people, signifying hope for Nigeria and Africa’s future.

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Agida expressed gratitude to CIPRMP for the honor and acknowledged the organization’s dedication to advancing governance probity, ethical business practices, and leadership excellence across Africa. He stated, “I am deeply moved by the conferment of this award by CIPRMP and am committed to upholding the principles of good governance and nation-building in all my endeavors. I dedicate this award in loving memory of my late father, Hon. Pius Agida, and to every young person contributing to the development of our nation. As a member of this esteemed institute, I eagerly anticipate making meaningful contributions to the progress of our communities and nations.”