The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has named Auwal Ahmed Dankode, a cleaner at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport, as the “Nigerian of the Week” for his exemplary honesty.
Dankode discovered $10,000 (approximately N16 million) while cleaning an aircraft and promptly reported the find to the airline’s manager.
According to the National Orientation Agency’s X handle on Thursday, August 29, 2024, Dankode’s swift action led to a search for the rightful owner of the cash, underscoring his commitment to integrity and accountability.
It stated that his actions reflect the true Nigerian spirit of honesty and selflessness, setting a high standard for ethical conduct in the workplace.
It wrote, ”Auwal Ahmed Dankode, an employee at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano, reportedly discovered $10,000 (approximately N16 million) while cleaning an aircraft.
”Zagazola Makama, a user on the X platform, shared on Wednesday that after Dankode found the cash, he immediately reported it to the airline company’s manager, initiating a search for the rightful owner.
”His prompt action has earned him widespread praise and admiration.
”This act of unwavering integrity and selflessness highlights the importance of honesty and accountability in the workplace, qualities that define the true Nigerian spirit.
”The National Orientation Agency is proud to recognize Auwal Ahmed Dankode as the “Nigerian of the Week!”
His commendable behaviour has garnered widespread praise and admiration.
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Recall Tribune Online reported that Auwal Dankode, an employee of the Nigeria Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) was praised for his integrity after returning $10,000, approximately N16 million, which he found while cleaning an aircraft at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano.
Auwal Ahmed Dankode, an employee at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport in Kano, reportedly discovered $10,000 (approximately N16 million) while cleaning an aircraft.
Zagazola Makama, a user on the X platform, shared on Wednesday that after Dankode found the cash, he… pic.twitter.com/DazPLwYeIx
— National Orientation Agency, Nigeria (@NOA_Nigeria) August 29, 2024