Commander Joseph Omini Ogburuwa Receives Peace and Reconciliation Ambassadorship

By Genesis ogiri 

Beneath the glittering light of the National Merit Award House, Metama, Abuja, the nation witnessed a convergence of leadership, honor, and peace advocacy as Commander Joseph Omini Ogburuwa, State Commandant of the Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS) in Cross River State, was conferred the prestigious title of Ambassador of Peace and Reconciliation by the Advanced Peace and Reconciliation Center of Nigeria, under the auspices of Chartered Mediators and Arbitrators.

The occasion drew a distinguished assembly of high-profile personalities, including senior security officials, top industry managers, and renowned peace advocates, all gathered to celebrate a leader whose exemplary trajectory embodies excellence, resilience, and visionary stewardship.

Commander Ogburuwa’s leadership journey is a testament to unwavering dedication and strategic brilliance. Rising through the ranks of the NFSS, he has transformed forest security operations in Cross River State, seamlessly blending the rigor of law enforcement with community-centered initiatives.

 His tenure has witnessed significant reductions in illegal logging and deforestation, innovative deployment of modern surveillance technologies, and the development of robust mentorship programs that have empowered a generation of forest officers to emulate his standard of discipline and ethical service.

Under his command, the NFSS has not merely functioned as a regulatory institution but has evolved into a model of operational excellence and societal harmony. By fostering collaboration between security personnel, local communities, and environmental stakeholders, Commander Ogburuwa has strengthened trust and cultivated a culture of shared responsibility, positioning Cross River State as a leading example in forest protection and sustainable environmental governance.

Ambassador Itumo Onyinyechi Priscilla, National President of the Advanced Peace and Reconciliation Center of Nigeria, lauded Commander Ogburuwa’s extraordinary leadership, noting that his strategic vision, ethical rigor, and proactive engagement reflect the highest ideals of security service in Nigeria. 

"She emphasized that his recognition as an Ambassador of Peace and Reconciliation not only honors personal achievement but underscores the critical link between effective security leadership, peacebuilding, and sustainable development.

In a career marked by resilience, integrity, and transformative impact, Commander Joseph Ogburuwa stands as a paragon of modern security leadership—an embodiment of royal poise, strategic authority, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of both the environment and the communities he serves. 

His investiture as an Ambassador of Peace and Reconciliation cements his status as a national exemplar in security, governance, and community-centered leadership.

Commander Joseph Omini Ogburuwa’s conferment as Ambassador of Peace and Reconciliation stands as a fitting tribute to his unwavering dedication, strategic leadership, and visionary approach to forest security. Through a remarkable career marked by resilience, innovation, and ethical service, he has transformed the Nigeria Forest Security Service in Cross River State into a model of operational excellence and community engagement. 

This honor not only recognizes his personal achievements but also underscores the vital link between effective security leadership, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. As a beacon of integrity, mentorship, and service, Commander Ogburuwa continues to inspire both colleagues and communities, setting a national standard for excellence in security and reconciliation.

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