Tinubu Celebrates Six Nigerian Scientists and Engineers Honoured by Biden
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- 16 Jan 2025
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his congratulations to six Nigerian-born scientists and engineers who were recognized by U.S. President Joe Biden as recipients of the prestigious Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). The announcement, made on January 14, 2025, honors early-career professionals who have made exceptional contributions to their respective fields.
Established in 1996 by former U.S. President Bill Clinton, the PECASE is the highest honor awarded by the U.S. government to scientists and engineers at the beginning stages of their careers. This year, the awardees are affiliated with or funded by 14 participating U.S. government agencies, highlighting the diverse contributions of these professionals.
Among the 400 recipients of this year’s award are six Nigerians whose groundbreaking work has garnered global recognition:
- Azeez Butali: Gilbert Lilly Endowed Professor of Diagnostic Sciences at the College of Dentistry, University of Iowa.
- Ijeoma Opara: Associate Professor of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences) at Yale School of Public Health, Yale University.
- Oluwatomi Akindele: Postdoctoral Researcher at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
- Eno Ebong: Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, and Biology at Northeastern University.
- Oluwasanmi Koyejo: Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stanford University.
- Abidemi Ajiboye: Executive Vice Chair of the Case School of Engineering’s Department of Biomedical Engineering at Case Western Reserve University.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended the six honorees for their remarkable achievements in science, technology, and engineering. He emphasized that their recognition reflects the vast potential of Nigerians to excel on a global scale and serves as an inspiration to millions.
“These trailblazers represent the extraordinary talent and dedication that Nigerians bring to every field of human endeavor. Their accomplishments inspire renewed confidence in our nation’s capacity to compete and lead in the global arena,” President Tinubu stated.
The President expressed hope that the honorees’ multidisciplinary expertise would contribute to advancing Nigeria’s development goals under the Renewed Hope Agenda. He also underscored the importance of fostering collaboration between Nigerian experts in the Diaspora and institutions back home, aiming to leverage their skills and knowledge for the benefit of Nigeria’s growth and development.
The recognition of these six Nigerian scientists and engineers not only highlights their individual achievements but also showcases the potential of Nigerian talent on the global stage. President Tinubu’s commendation reflects a commitment to supporting and promoting excellence in science and technology within Nigeria, paving the way for future generations to thrive.
