The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN) has recognised a gateman and several other less privileged staff members in Anambra state for their exceptional dedication to duty.

During an emotional award ceremony held Monday at the Judiciary headquarters in Awka, 11 staff members?drawn from 10 JUSUN divisions across various local governments and the state headquarters?were honoured with plaques.

Tears of joy flowed as recipients, including the gateman, Mr. Ndulue Raymond from Onitsha North division, and Mrs. Nkwonta Vivian of Nnewi Customary Court, stepped forward to accept their awards.

The event, attended by over 500 members from urban and rural areas, also marked JUSUN?s final Congress for 2024, where union challenges were discussed.

Speaking, JUSUN Chairman, Comrade Ifeanyichukwu Ezeoke, explained that the awardees were selected for their obedience to authority, punctuality, and dedication. Their colleagues monitored and nominated them anonymously.

?This annual award tradition was introduced by our pioneer chairman, Comrade Basil Mbanefo. It?s a way to encourage excellence, and any deserving staff can be chosen,? Ezeoke said.

For the awardees, the recognition is a motivation to set even higher standards in their roles.

Ndulue said: ?I cried because I never planned for the Award. Look at me, my duty is to open and close gate for the Judges. I?ve worked for over 20 years now as a gateman.?

For Vivian Nkwonta: ?It was a shock to me when my name was announced, all thanks to God. I always report to my office early everyday, maybe, it was the reason (weeps).? (The Nation)