The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), Professor Charles Anosike, has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to public service at the 2025 African Leadership Persons of the Year Awards.
At the prestigious event, organized by the African Leadership Magazine and held in Casablanca, Morocco, on February 22, 2025, Prof. Anosike received the African Public Sector Leadership Impact Award. The award acknowledges his transformational leadership at NiMet and his role in advancing meteorological services in Nigeria.
The ceremony also honored distinguished African leaders across various sectors. Among the award recipients were:
President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar – African Political Leader of the Year
President Bassirou Faye of Senegal – African of the Year
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State – African Outstanding Good Governance Champion Award
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State – African Leadership Public Service Excellence Award
Olusegun Alebiosu, CEO of First Bank of Nigeria Plc – Special African Banking Leadership Award & African Leadership Award for Banking Excellence and Financial Innovation
Dr. Seinye Lulu-Briggs, Executive Chairman of Moni Pulo Limited – African Philanthropist of the Year 2024
Professor Anosike received his award from former President of Tanzania, Dr. Jakaya Kikwete, who serves as the Chairman of the African Leadership Organization Advisory Board. The event was graced by high-profile dignitaries and industry leaders, celebrating the impact of African leadership across governance, business, and public service.
The recognition highlights Prof. Anosike’s contributions to meteorological advancements in Africa and reinforces NiMet’s commitment to enhancing climate and weather-related services for national and continental development
