The Radio, Television, Theatre and Art Workers’ Union, RATTAWU, has honoured the National President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF, High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, for his outstanding contributions to logistics, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and national development.
Ezisi received the *”Golden Era Pillar of Logistics Excellence, Purposeful Entrepreneur, Philanthropy and National Development Award”* on Monday at the Intercontinental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, during the RATTAWU Safe Democracy Summit and Golden Honours.
The summit, themed _”Electoral Integrity in an AI Era – Role of Responsible Media and Culture in Safeguarding Democracy,”_ drew leaders from government, academia, security and the business community.
*Recognising Impact Beyond Business*
Presenting the award, RATTAWU National President, Prince Emeka Kalu, described Ezisi as a community leader whose work in logistics and humanitarian service has touched many lives.
He said the union chose to honour individuals who have distinguished themselves through hard work, integrity and selfless service to society.
Kalu also restated RATTAWU’s commitment to defending the rights of the vulnerable and amplifying voices that drive national progress.
Representing the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Dr. Suleiman Haruna, Director of Public Relations and Protocol, praised Ezisi’s track record.
“Inquiries about his background show a man whose contributions to humanity have earned widespread respect. He is like a mighty river that irrigates lands and people,” Haruna said.
*Tributes from Colleagues and Stakeholders*
The event was chaired by Dr. Ike Neliaku, National President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, NIPR. Other dignitaries included Prof. Rotimi Williams Olatunji, President of the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria, who delivered the keynote; representatives of the Minister of Labour and Employment; the Lagos State Commissioner of Police; NAGAFF founder, Dr. Boniface Aniebonam; traditional rulers; and business leaders.
NAGAFF Board of Trustees Chairman, Mr. Chidiebere Enelamah, and National Vice President, Princess Chi Ezeh, also lauded Ezisi as a compassionate leader.
Enelamah commended Mrs. Ezisi for her support, calling her “a pillar behind her husband’s success.”
Members of the Imperial Philanthropic Family further applauded the NAGAFF President for his consistent support of charitable causes nationwide, urging him to keep inspiring others through service.
*A Moment of Gratitude*
An emotional Ezisi thanked God, his family, the NAGAFF founder, Dr. Aniebonam, and RATTAWU for the recognition.
“I pledge my continued support for the union and I will always be available whenever called upon,” he said, describing the honour as “one of the most memorable moments of my life.”
The award, stakeholders noted, highlights the growing role of the logistics sector in driving commerce, job creation and national development.
