Rufa’i Hanga Foundation Honored with Community Service Award by NIMSA in Kaduna
by jafargiginyu | 2025-12-19 08:46:48
<p><strong>Rufa’i Hanga Foundation Honored with Community Service Award by NIMSA in Kaduna</strong></p><p>Kaduna, Nigeria — <em>December 19, 2025</em></p><p>The Rufa’i Hanga Foundation has been honored with a prestigious Community Service Award by the Medical Students Association (NIMSA) in recognition of its outstanding contributions to societal development and humanitarian service.</p><p>The award presentation took place on Friday, December 19, 2025, in Kaduna State during a well-attended ceremony organized by NIMSA, which brought together medical students, healthcare advocates, community leaders, and development partners from across the state.</p><p>The Chair Lady of the Rufa’i Hanga Foundation, <strong>Hajiya Hadiza Rufa’i Hanga</strong>, personally received the award on behalf of the foundation. The honor was conferred in acknowledgment of the foundation’s sustained efforts in improving community welfare, supporting healthcare initiatives, empowering vulnerable groups, and promoting social development.</p><p>Presenting the award, representatives of NIMSA praised the foundation for its impactful grassroots interventions, noting that the Rufa’i Hanga Foundation has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to uplifting communities through health awareness campaigns, educational support, and humanitarian outreach.</p><blockquote><p>“This award is given based on merit and measurable impact,” a NIMSA official stated. “The Rufa’i Hanga Foundation has shown exemplary dedication to service, aligning closely with our values as future medical professionals committed to societal well-being.”</p></blockquote><p>In her acceptance remarks, Hajiya Hadiza Rufa’i Hanga expressed gratitude to NIMSA for the recognition and dedicated the award to volunteers, partners, and beneficiaries of the foundation.</p><blockquote><p>“This honor belongs to everyone who has supported our mission over the years,” she said. “We remain committed to serving humanity and contributing positively to society, especially in areas of health, education, and social support.”</p></blockquote><p>She also encouraged young medical students to continue using their knowledge and passion to address societal challenges, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between civil society organizations and future healthcare professionals.</p><p>The event concluded with a call for stronger partnerships between student-led medical associations and community-based foundations to foster sustainable development and improved public health outcomes.</p><p>The Rufa’i Hanga Foundation’s recognition by NIMSA marks another milestone in its journey of service and reinforces its role as a key contributor to community development in Kaduna State and beyond.</p>