The Osun Governance Merit Awards (OGMA) has announced the Imole First-Term Governance Merit Awards, 2026, to recognise and celebrate government appointees whose outstanding performance, dedication and contributions supported the achievements of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s administration between 2022 and 2026.
With the theme “Recognition of Outstanding Performance and Contributions to the Success of the Adeleke Administration, 2022–2026,” the initiative seeks to promote excellence, accountability, professionalism and people-centred governance.
OGMA invites members of the public, civil society organisations, professional associations, community groups, media organisations and other stakeholders to nominate deserving government officials.
SIX AWARD CATEGORIES:
1.Special Recognition Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Success of the Adeleke Administration, 2022–2026.
This category recognises exceptional leadership, commitment, coordination and contributions that have significantly supported the administration’s programmes, policy implementation and overall achievements.
2.Most Impactful Government Official Award — Governance, Administration, Finance and Institutional Reforms
This covers governance and administration, budget and planning, finance, revenue mobilisation, public sector reforms, security, law and justice.
3.Most Impactful Government Official Award — Education, Healthcare Agriculture and Food Security.
This covers Education, Health care, Agriculture and Food Security.
4.Most Impactful Government Official Award — Infrastructure, Environment, Water and Energy.
This covers roads and public infrastructure, transport, environmental protection, sanitation, water resources, energy and sustainable development.
5.Most Impactful Government Official Award — Women, Youth Empowerment and Sports.
This covers youth development, women and gender inclusion, social welfare, community development, poverty reduction, sports, culture and tourism.
6.Most Impactful Government Official Award — Information, Communication and Public Engagement.
This covers public information, government communication, media relations, public enlightenment, digital communication and citizen engagement..
NOMINATION PERIOD:
– Opens: Sunday, 8th November 2026.
– Closes: Saturday, 20th November 2026.
Nominations should highlight specific achievements, projects, policies, reforms and measurable contributions within the 2022–2026 period. Supporting evidence and credible references are encouraged.
SUBMIT NOMINATIONS HERE:
https://forms.gle/tPPDXgyXmrfVUSfP9
All submissions will undergo screening, evidence verification and assessment by the Awards Assessment Committee to ensure a fair, credible and transparent selection process.
OGMA encourages the public to participate actively in identifying and celebrating public officials whose commitment and performance have made meaningful contributions to Osun State.
Let’s recognise excellence, celebrate service and promote accountable governance!
Issued by:
Comrade Waheed Lawal
08086908641
Bhadmus Halemah Temitayo
08140748029
Ebenezer Olusegun Ige
08030473603
For: Osun Governance Merit Awards (OGMA)
