Hon. Dr. Joseph Haruna Kigbu has been presented with the SDGs Global Health Impact & Leadership Award by The Centre for Sustainable Development Goals, Bethbridge American University, USA, under the ACHAD Global Leadership and Humanitarian Award (AGLHA).
The award was presented to him in Abuja, in recognition of his transformative leadership, commitment to healthcare advancement, and impact on public health and community well-being, in line with the ideals of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
ForeOnline gathered that Dr. Kigbu, popularly known as “Likitan Talakawa,” meaning Doctor of the Poor, is widely known in Nasarawa State for his service to the poor and less privileged.
In his response, Dr. Kigbu expressed gratitude for the honour and dedicated the award to humanity. He said the recognition will motivate him to do more in service to healthcare, the poor, and the well-being of communities.
He described service to humanity as a calling, adding that he will continue to give his best to healthcare until lives are truly transformed.