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Egbin Power honours outstanding employees

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  • Egbin Power recognized employees for outstanding performance and contributions at its Employee Recognition Awards 2026.
  • Awards were presented to top performers across various departments, with Amos Oshanugo receiving the top prize of a Chery Tiggo 2 Pro SUV.
  • CEO Mokhtar Bounour emphasized the company's commitment to celebrating excellence and stated that employees are the company's greatest asset.

Egbin Power celebrated its workforce at the Employee Recognition Awards 2026, honoring staff for exceptional performance and contributions to the company's operations. The ceremony brought together management and employees to acknowledge top talents across numerous departments.

At Egbin Power, we believe excellence is not an accident. Itโ€™s built through hard work, teamwork, and the courage to go beyond expectations. Thatโ€™s why we are passionate about celebrating excellence, commitment, teamwork, and the people whose efforts continue to power Egbin forward every single day.

โ€” Mokhtar BounourSpeaking at the Employee Recognition Awards 2026, the Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power highlighted the company's philosophy on excellence and its commitment to its workforce.

Employees from departments including Operations, Safety, Maintenance, Finance, Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation and Control, Human Resources, Procurement, Capital Projects Delivery, Information Technology and Business Innovation, and Support Services received accolades. Amos Oshanugo from the Instrumentation and Control Department was named the top performer, receiving a Chery Tiggo 2 Pro SUV. Chidima Celestine and Endurance Otaru, from Operations and Business Operations departments respectively, were recognized as first and second runners-up with cash rewards.

Chief Executive Officer Mokhtar Bounour highlighted Egbin Power's dedication to recognizing excellence. "At Egbin Power, we believe excellence is not an accident. Itโ€™s built through hard work, teamwork, and the courage to go beyond expectations," he stated. Bounour added that the company is passionate about celebrating commitment and the people driving its progress, noting that recognizing results creates a ripple effect that motivates teams and deepens their shared commitment to powering Nigeria.

The initiative spotlights those who go above and beyond, those who quietly make extraordinary contributions, and those who consistently raise the standard across our organisation. These efforts are seen, valued, and rewarded. When we celebrate results, we create a ripple effect.

โ€” Mokhtar BounourThe CEO further explained the purpose of the awards in recognizing and motivating employees.

Award recipients expressed gratitude to management and colleagues, emphasizing teamwork as crucial to the organization's success. They stated the award would inspire continued excellence and contributions, reflecting both individual effort and collective support. The company also recognized other employees for their performance throughout the year.

It motivates teams to raise the bar, strengthens accountability, and deepens our shared commitment to powering Nigeria. Our people are our greatest asset, and their growth and success will always be a priority for us.

โ€” Mokhtar BounourBounour elaborated on the positive impact of employee recognition on the company's overall performance and goals.
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