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By Genesis ogiri Abuja, Nigeria — In an event befitting a queen of industry and a paragon of excellence, Ambassador Khadijah Jekhine was conferred the Leadership and Impact Award by Highstone Global University, Texas, USA, during a grand ceremony at the prestigious Armed Forces Officers Mess, Asokoro, Abuja. The occasion drew a constellation of dignitaries, industry magnates, policymakers, and top management experts from across the nation and beyond, all gathered to celebrate a woman whose career embodies vision, empowerment, and transformative leadership. According to Highstone Global University, the award followed a carefully considered and meticulously evaluated selection process, grounded in verifiable performance, proven professional excellence, and tangible impact. Ambassador Jekhine’s recognition was hailed as a testament to leadership that blends vision with action, strategy with empathy, and influence with measurable results. From her early career steps to her current position as Director of Capacity Building at the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Ambassador Jekhine’s trajectory has been nothing short of regal. Her stewardship has driven programs that bridge critical skills gaps across Nigeria’s energy sector, placing the Board on track to achieve 70% Nigerian content by 2027—a feat that underscores her strategic foresight and leadership acumen. Her leadership style is transformational, people-centered, and visionary. She does not merely occupy a role; she creates systems, mentors talent, and builds opportunities, ensuring that growth and empowerment permeate every initiative she leads. Her career is a living testament to the principle that true leadership uplifts others, strengthens institutions, and leaves a legacy of enduring impact. In addition to her pivotal role at the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Ambassador Khadijah Jekhine wields significant influence across Nigeria’s energy sector. She serves as National Chairperson of the Capacity Building and Training Committee for Women in Energy, Oil & Gas (WEOG) and as a United Nations Ambassador for the Gender Priority Strategy, where she champions fairness, inclusion, and economic empowerment. Her signature initiatives have delivered measurable impact: she has empowered women entrepreneurs in oil and gas through targeted, results-oriented workshops; promoted education and welfare in riverine communities via the Back to Creek Teachers’ Welfare Initiative, providing essential support for children and educators; and transformed youth potential through advanced skills programs in oil-producing states, equipping the next generation with market-ready competencies. Through these efforts, Ambassador Jekhine continues to translate vision into tangible change, reinforcing her status as a transformative leader in Nigeria’s energy industry. Ambassador Jekhine’s career is defined by a rare combination of intellect, empathy, and audacious ambition. She is a Royal Emblem Woman, a trailblazer who commands respect and admiration, and a leader who demonstrates that empowering one woman truly transforms a generation. Her visionary approach has inspired countless individuals, strengthened organizations, and created opportunities that ripple across communities. Her recognition at the Armed Forces Officers Mess is not only a personal accolade—it is a symbol of what transformational leadership looks like in practice: dedication to people, commitment to progress, and a relentless drive to create lasting change. Ambassador Khadijah Jekhine’s conferral of the Transformational Leadership Award is a crowning affirmation of her stellar career, her profound impact on Nigeria’s energy sector, and her unwavering commitment to community development, youth empowerment, and women’s advancement. As highlighted by Highstone Global University, the award was a product of a rigorous, evidence-based selection process, honoring her verifiable contributions and professional excellence. Today, she stands as a beacon of inspiration, a sovereign force for transformative change, and a Royal Emblem Woman whose reign elevates generations. Her life and work embody the gold standard of leadership: one that uplifts others, strengthens institutions, and leaves a lasting legacy. In Ambassador Khadijah Jekhine, Nigeria’s energy sector and society at large have a leader, a queen, and a visionary whose influence will endure for generations.
