By Aliyu Dangida
Educraft Global Impact Initiatives has announced the nomination of Dr. Badamasi Shuaibu Burji, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of First Class Group of Companies and Chairman of the Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industrialists (NASSI), FCT Chapter, for the prestigious Global Impact Leadership Award 2026.
According to the organizers, the nomination recognizes Dr. Burji’s outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment to entrepreneurship development, and sustained support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It also acknowledges his significant contributions to economic growth, industrial development, and sustainable nation-building.
Educraft Global Impact Initiatives noted that Dr. Burji’s emergence as Chairman of the NASSI FCT Chapter reflects the confidence stakeholders have in his visionary leadership and dedication to empowering businesses, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs, and advancing private sector development in Nigeria.
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The Global Impact Leadership Award will be presented during the Educraft @ 20 International Celebration and Global Leadership Summit, scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana, from 24 to 29 August 2026 at the Attah Corea Hotel & Suites, Dansoman, Accra.
Congratulating the award nominee, the organizers described the recognition as a testament to Dr. Burji’s enduring commitment to excellence, innovation, and transformational leadership. They added that his contributions continue to inspire positive change, strengthen entrepreneurship, and promote sustainable development across Africa.
The award is expected to bring together distinguished leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and development partners from across the continent and beyond to celebrate impactful leadership and outstanding contributions to society.
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