Idigo Bags Int’l Leadership Award, Vows to Redouble Efforts, Uplift NSCDC Image Globally

By Olisemeka Obeche.

High Chief Anthony Iyk Idigo, a Superintendent of Corps, officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Bayelsa State Command has pledged to keep Nigeria’s flag flying at the global level.

Idigo made the remarks after receiving a prestigious international leadership award from the Chaterred Institute of Marine, Port and Terminal Management Professionals, USA.

The award presented by Mr. Patrick Mark, the Regional Director of Training for the Chartered Institute in Nigeria, during a ceremony held at BW Star fire Hotel, Ikeja Lagos on March 28 was also celebrated at Ekeremor in Bayelsa state.

Speaking shortly after receiving the award, Idigo pledged to re-double his efforts as well as continue to play examplary leadership roles as an officer of the corps.

‘Asiakpo Nnu Anam’, as Idigo is addressed traditionally Insists that he would fly the Nigerian flag higher at the International levels.

“I feel blessed that a nobody like me had been recognized by this great institute. What this honour means is that I have to work harder and show more commitments and dedication to my duties as an officer of the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps. I will keep the Nigerian flag flying higher.
He paid special trubute to his commanders and other colleagues whose support had guided him thus far in his career.

“Finally, I return all glory to God Almighty for this award and dedicate to my wife, Chief Mrs. Iyom Carol Mma Iyke Idigo, Iyom UgoMary 1 Na Anam, for her unshakeable supporting roles in my career, life and family and I pray for God’s More blessings, protections and graces to her and our family in Jesus Christ Name, Amen”, Idido said.

Earlier in his speech, the Director Training, Mr Mark, described SC Idigo as a Long time friend and colleague in the Chartered Institute who had distinguished himself in his chosen career as an NSCDC officer.

“Idigo is a dedicated., tested and trusted professional. He is a leader that needs to be motivated by this kind of award to enable him do more.