Nden bags int'l recognition in administration ~ Truth Reporters

By Fidelis Onakpoma

A Prolific Administrator and technocrat, Dr. Nanzing N. Nden has been described as the “Best Public Servant Administrator for Human Rights" by an Intergovernmental Specialized Organization with headquarters in the Czech Republic. 

The assertion was contained in a proclamation made by Ambassador(Dr.) Friday Sani the Nigeria Ambassador at Large and Commissioner for West African Countries for International Human Rights Commission(IHRC) during the commemoration of the 2021 World Human Rights Day at Sheraton Hotel Abuja.

The International Human Rights Commission under the careful watch of His Excellency Prof. Sir h.c. Rafal Marcin Wasik IHRC Secretary-General and Ambassador (Dr.) Friday Sani, Nigeria Ambassador at Large and Commissioner for West African Countries hosted African Communities and Diplomatic Missions in Nigeria in the commemoration of the 2021 International Human Rights Day with Special Awards for deserving Nigerians and scholarship donation to the Award Winner of the International Human Rights Day Essay Competition at the Federal Capital Territory Abuja.

The event took place at Sheraton Hotel Abuja under the distinguished chairmanship of Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, the Nigerian Senate Committee Chairman on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters, with the Honorable Chief Justice of Nigeria His Lordship, Hon. Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammed, as the Special Guest of Honour.

Having accessed the credibility and outstanding professional skills of Dr. N.N. Nden; how he was able to help in formulating and implementing inclusive policies that upholds retirees rights and incentives while addressing and finding solutions for deep-rooted problems of Retirees in Nigeria; was honoured with the prestigious diplomatic award as “Best Human Rights Administrator of Retires in Nigeria 2021" by the International Human Rights Commission on 10th December. 

The consideration for this Diplomatic Recognition was made following his nomination by the International Human Rights Commission Nigeria Central Office through the  Liaison Officer for  Plateau and Nassarawa States, Diplomate Timnan E. Dapchir.

Dr. Nanzing N. Nden a professional Accountant by training started public service career as a Finance Officer II with the Plateau State Government before the transfer of service to FCT Administration. He served as Director of Account in the FCT Area Council Service Commission before appointment as Director/Chief Executive FCT Area Council Staff Pension Board on 1st September, 2016.

Dr. Nanzing Nden hails from Plateau State, a sports lover and community leader, holder of the title of Dan Madami  Langtang, Garkuwan Matasan Arewa, Chairman Timsur club Abuja, Chairman Tarok Professionals  forum, Patron of the Nigeria eagles Supporters Club, Member of IBB Golf and Country Club and National President of the Plateau State Polytechnic Alumni Association among others.

His Lordship Hon. Justice Kazeem Alogba CJ Lagos State High Court, the Nigeria Police Force Secretary AIG Hafiz Inuwa, Conservator-General of the National Park Service Dr. Ibrahim Musa Goni, Rev. (Amb.) Yakubu Pam ES Christian Pilgrims Commission, Representatives of Judges, and other dignitaries were present at the event.