The Impact Multipurpose Cooperative Society (IMCOOPS), popularly known as Gamayyar Arziki, has extended warm congratulations to the Provost of the Federal College of Cooperative, Kaduna (FCCK), Dr. Ibrahim Muhammad Awwal, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a symbol of disciplined leadership and institutional transformation in Nigeria’s cooperative sector.
In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the society, IMCOOPS commended Dr. Awwal not only for marking another year of impactful service but also for his well-deserved appointment as Provost of the Federal College of Cooperative, Kaduna in 2024. According to the society, the appointment reflects years of consistent professionalism, academic excellence, and strategic contributions to cooperative education and human capital development.
The President of IMCOOPS, Hajiya Maryam Ibrahim, described Dr. Awwal as a leader whose career trajectory offers a practical blueprint for Nigerian youths seeking relevance in cooperative practice, entrepreneurship, and public service.
She called on young Nigerians, particularly those in cooperative and enterprise development spaces, to draw inspiration from his discipline, work ethic, and commitment to national growth, stressing that his achievements demonstrate what is possible through focus, ethical conduct, and continuous self-development.
“Dr. Awwal’s journey stands as proof that competence, integrity, and service to society remain the strongest foundations for sustainable leadership,” she stated.
IMCOOPS further noted that Dr. Awwal’s professional philosophy aligns strongly with its Vision Impact Agenda, which prioritizes economic empowerment, cooperative development, financial inclusion, capacity building, and the promotion of sustainable livelihoods across communities.
The society emphasized that his work at FCC Kaduna has continued to strengthen knowledge-driven growth, institutional accountability, and inclusive development, key pillars that IMCOOPS believes are critical to rebuilding confidence in cooperative institutions nationwide.
Under his leadership, the Federal College of Cooperative, Kaduna has sustained its role as a center for training cooperative managers, entrepreneurs, and development practitioners who contribute to grassroots economic growth, poverty reduction, and community-based enterprise development.
IMCOOPS stated that leaders like Dr. Awwal represent the calibre of public servants needed to reposition Nigeria’s cooperative movement as a reliable engine for employment creation, social inclusion, and financial resilience.
In a closing message, the Director-General of IMCOOPS, Sani Musa Daitu, offered prayers for Dr. Awwal’s continued good health, wisdom, and greater accomplishments, expressing confidence that his leadership will continue to yield lasting benefits for the nation.
“IMCOOPS celebrates you as a leader, a mentor, and a builder of institutions. We wish you many more years of impactful service to Nigeria,” the statement concluded.
IMCOOPS reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with credible institutions and visionary leaders whose work advances ethical governance, cooperative education, and sustainable national development.