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Farotimi named 2024 Authentic man of the year

Renowned news publication Authentic News Daily has officially announced the winners of its prestigious annual awards for 2024, marking the 10th edition of the highly anticipated recognition of excellence across various fields. The announcement was made in a statement jointly signed by the award planning committee chairman, Amos Ebute Mathew, and secretary, Lola Seriki-Idahosa, on Tuesday, February 17, 2025.Human rights activist and social crusader Dele Farotimi emerged as Authentic Man of the Year 2024 for his unwavering advocacy for justice, good governance, and systemic reforms in Nigeria. The 56-year-old lawyer, author, and political activist was recognized for his dedication to national development through his writings, public engagements, and activism. In the media category, veteran journalist Tom Garba, a Yola-based reporter with extensive experience, was named Authentic Journalist of the Year.Other notable honorees include former Kano State governor and NNPP chieftain Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, who was named Authentic Politician of the Year, while First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu was recognized as Authentic Woman of the Year. Governors Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe, Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, and Caleb Muftwang of Plateau shared the Authentic Governor of the Year award for their contributions to governance and development in their respective states. In the business sector, billionaire industrialist Abdul Samad Rabiu was honored as Authentic Businessperson of the Year, while Dangote Group was named Authentic Corporate Organization of the Year.The awards also recognized contributions in various other sectors, with NIMASA emerging as Authentic MDA of the Year, Amstel Malt securing the Authentic Brand of the Year title, and the Nigerian Army being named Authentic Military or Paramilitary Outfit of the Year. In the education sector, Girau International School in Millennium City, Kaduna, and KADWEL International School were recognized as the best primary and secondary schools, respectively, while Greenfield University, Kaduna, was honored as Authentic Higher Institution of the Year.Music sensation Asake was named Authentic Entertainment Personality of the Year, while Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf was recognized as Authentic Opposition Figure of the Year. In the youth category, Danjuma Bello Sarki received the Authentic Youth of the Year award, while Senator Uba Sani was celebrated as Authentic Great Achiever of the Year. The Authentic Lifetime Achiever Award was presented to Senator Abdulazeez Yari in recognition of his longstanding contributions to governance and national development.Additionally, special recognition awards were given to former Chief of Army Staff General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (Rtd), Alhaji Yerima Shettima, and Alhaji Muazu Abubakar Ruma Tafidan Afaka, Chairman/CEO of Ruma Marketers Ltd, for their notable contributions in various fields.While congratulating all the winners, Authentic News Daily announced that the official awards ceremony and lecture will take place in March 2025, with the date to be communicated to the recipients. The 10th edition of the Authentic News Daily awards continues the publication’s tradition of celebrating individuals and organizations making a significant impact in their respective fields, solidifying its reputation as a leading voice in recognizing excellence in Nigeria.