Egbin Power, one of Nigeria’s leading power generation companies, recently hosted the Employee Recognition Awards (ERA) 2026, celebrating exceptional staff whose contributions have driven the company’s success over the past year.
The ceremony brought together management and employees for an evening dedicated to excellence, teamwork, and innovation.
Top Performance Awards
The highlight of the night was the Top Performer Award, won by Amos Oshanugo of the Instrumentation & Control Department, who received a brand-new Chery Tiggo 2 Pro SUV.
Chidima Celestine from Operations and Endurance Otaru from Business Operations emerged as first and second runners-up, earning cash prizes in recognition of their achievements.
CEO’s Remarks
Chief Executive Officer, Mokhtar Bounour, emphasized the company’s commitment to celebrating excellence:
“At Egbin Power, we believe excellence is not an accident. It is built through hard work, teamwork, and the courage to exceed expectations.
Recognizing outstanding contributions motivates teams, strengthens accountability, and reinforces our shared mission to power Nigeria.”
He further acknowledged the collective efforts of all employees in driving Egbin’s achievements.
Winners’ Reflections
Oshanugo expressed gratitude to God, the management, and his colleagues, noting that the award reflects the spirit of teamwork at Egbin.
Celestine said the recognition inspires her to uphold excellence and contribute more to the plant’s success.
Otaru highlighted the company’s culture of collaboration, stating the award represents both individual effort and collective support.
Celebrating Talent Across Departments
Beyond the top awards, employees from various departments were recognized as Top Talents of 2025, underscoring Egbin Power’s dedication to nurturing growth and rewarding excellence.
The ERA remains a cornerstone of Egbin’s people strategy, reinforcing its belief that a strong recognition culture fuels performance and strengthens its leadership in Nigeria’s power sector.
