Abuja based multi-media practitioner from Nasarawa State, Donald Amagbo, has called on Nigerian youth to be creative in facing the technological world.
Amagbo stated this when he received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the I-FATOOS University, Benin, in Republic of Benin for his contributions to business growth and entrepreneurship.
Amagbo, who thanked God for making his dreams come true, noted that the award is a true testament to his obedience and called on the Nigerian Youths to be dedicated and creative in the technological driven world.
While thanking the University for the Honour and his family, friends, staff and associates, Amagbo pledged his willingness to do more for humanity for the rest of his life.
Amagbo, who enjoined youths to be creative, described creativity as the spirit of innovation and enterprise.
“Creativity is the spirit of innovation and enterprise. We must continually be innovative. If we do not innovate, we will die. To become great in life, creativity plays a significant role,” Amagbo, who is the MD/CEO of ADM Media outdoor Ltd said.
The conferment of the honours took place at Palais DEB Congress hall in Cotonou, Benin republic, which attracted many people in the society including the Management of the institution.
Also awarded alongside Dr Amagbo, was the mother of the Chief Executive Officer of Oando Plc, Wale Tinubu, Dr Mrs Fatima Bintu Tinubu, the Iyaloja of Nigeria.
Speaking before the conferment of the honour on Dr Amagbo and others, the vice-chancellor of I-FATOOS University, Prof Eze Chidi Nwauba, said the contributions of the awardees to society was immense.
He said they were honoured because of their ingenuity and wealth of experience, which they have brought to bear in business and the multimedia industry within and outside Nigeria.
“Dr Amagbo, was also honoured because of his outstanding contribution to youth development, business and entrepreneurial growth in Nigeria, as well as his commitment to Africa’s growth agenda.”
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