Joan Agbonikhena, Clinical Director, De-Twist Dental Specialist Magodo has received the prestigious Woman of Merit Gold Awards (WMGA), organised by People & Power, in recognition of her outstanding contributions, professional excellence and commitment to making a difference in society.
The latest recognition marks the second award received by Dr. Agbonikhena in 2026, further highlighting her growing reputation for excellence and dedication to her professional responsibilities.
Her latest honour follows her recognition with the Florence Nightingale Peace Award earlier in the year, making the Woman of Merit Gold Award another significant milestone in her professional journey.
The Woman of Merit Gold Awards, organised by People & Power, celebrates individuals whose achievements, leadership and contributions continue to inspire positive change. The recognition of Dr. Agbonikhena underscores the importance of dedication, consistency and purposeful leadership in advancing professional excellence.
Reacting to the recognition, organisers of WMGA said: “The Woman of Merit Gold Awards celebrates exceptional women whose dedication, leadership and contributions create meaningful impact. Joan Agbonikhena represents the values of excellence, commitment and inspiration that this recognition seeks to honour.”
For Agbonikhena, the latest award represents more than personal achievement, as she described it as encouragement to remain committed to her purpose and continue making meaningful contributions through her work.
“Receiving this recognition is a reminder that dedication, consistency and passion are never wasted. I am grateful for the honour, and it inspires me to continue giving my best, making a difference and encouraging others to pursue excellence in their respective fields,” she said.
The recognition is also expected to inspire other professionals, particularly women, to remain focused on their goals and understand that sustained commitment to excellence can create opportunities for greater impact. With two major honours in 2026, Agbonikhena’s latest achievement reinforces the value of perseverance, professional dedication and purposeful service.
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She holds a BSC in Mass Communication from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka and a Masters degree in Marketing at the University of Lagos.
As the lead writer on the aviation desk, Ifeoma is responsible and in charge of the three weekly aviation and travel pages in BusinessDay and BDSunday. She also overseas and edits all pages of BusinessDay Saturday Weekender.
She has written various investigative, features and news stories in aviation and business related issues and has been severally nominated for award in the category of Aviation Writer of the Year by the Nigeria Media Nite-Out awards; one of the Nigeria’s most prestigious media awards ceremonies.
Ifeoma is a one-time winner of the
prestigious Nigeria Media Merit Award under the ‘Aviation Writer of the Year’ Category.
She is the 2025 Eloy Award winner under the Print Media Journalist category.
She has undergone several journalism trainings by various prestigious organisations.
Ifeoma is also a fellow of the Female Reporters Leadership Fellowship of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.
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