NSCDC Deputy Commandant Ojo Patrick Bags Honorary Doctorate from U.S. Varsity
By Genesis ogiri
ABUJA, Nigeria — In a moment of high distinction for Nigeria’s security architecture, Dr. ( Amb) Ojo Patrick Idowu, JP, Deputy Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kebbi State Command, and the 1st San Turakin of the Ngaski Kingdom, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Security and Intelligence by the prestigious Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, United States of America, in recognition of his exceptional service, leadership, and enduring contributions to national security.
The conferment ceremony, held at the Banquet Hall of the Merit Award House, Abuja, unfolded in an atmosphere of dignity and national pride. As the citation detailing his professional journey was read, the audience—comprising senior security officials, academics, policymakers, and traditional rulers—responded with sustained ovation, affirming the widespread respect accorded to his career in security and intelligence administration.
In its official remarks, the University disclosed that Ambassador Ojo’s selection followed a rigorous, merit-driven assessment by its Department of Security and Intelligence. Representing the institution, Professor J. N. William noted that his operational discipline, ethical command philosophy, and strategic impact within the security sector distinguished him among nominees, describing the conferment as an academic endorsement of service-based excellence.
Within the NSCDC, particularly in Kebbi State, Ambassador Ojo is widely acknowledged for strengthening civil protection frameworks, deepening inter-agency synergy, and promoting intelligence-led operations responsive to local security dynamics. His leadership is said to have reinforced public confidence in the Corps while advancing its statutory mandate of protecting critical national assets and civilian lives.
Delivering his acceptance remarks, Dr Ambassador Ojo Patrick Idowu, JP, expressed profound gratitude to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for what he described as a “humbling and historic honor.” He dedicated the doctorate to officers and men of the NSCDC, noting that their collective sacrifice and professionalism formed the backbone of every achievement attributed to his office.
He further emphasized that security leadership, in his view, must be anchored on community trust, continuous learning, and ethical responsibility. Ambassador Ojo stated that the recognition renewed his commitment to strengthening intelligence capacity, mentoring younger officers, and promoting collaborative security approaches that align with both national objectives and grassroots realities.
Beyond institutional service, his leadership influence extends into traditional governance. Earlier in the year, he was installed as the 1st San Turakin Ngaski Kingdom by the Yauri Emirate Council of Kebbi State, an honor conferred in recognition of his contributions to peacebuilding, community cohesion, and inclusive leadership within the emirate.
Observers at the ceremony described the traditional title as a reflection of earned legitimacy rather than ceremonial privilege, noting that it complements his professional role by enhancing dialogue between security institutions and traditional authorities. The convergence of academic distinction and traditional recognition, they said, underscores a leadership style that values both modern governance and cultural heritage.
As the year draws to a close, the dual honors accorded to Chief Dr. Ambassador Ojo Patrick Idowu, JP, stand as enduring symbols of disciplined service and visionary leadership—offering a compelling example of how professional excellence and traditional responsibility can harmoniously advance national development and sustainable security.
