Who we are
A movement for impact, accountability and transformation
Founded on 27th August 2014, the Plateau Man of the Year Awards (PMYA) is Plateau’s foremost recognition platform, dedicated to celebrating individuals and institutions whose vision, leadership and service have transformed communities, inspired progress and strengthened the cultural and social fabric of the state.
PMYA fosters a culture of integrity, leadership and service that uplifts Plateau and resonates across Nigeria. Our goal is to ensure every deserving individual and brand in Plateau State receives the recognition they truly deserve.
Our Vision
To build a prestigious, community-driven platform that celebrates and honors exceptional leaders and innovators, inspiring a legacy of excellence, service and progress that propels Plateau State toward sustainable development.
Our Mission
To recognize outstanding achievements, inspire purposeful leadership and unite stakeholders in fostering pride, collaboration and community-driven growth across Plateau State.
Our Goal
To ensure every deserving individual and brand in Plateau State receives the recognition they truly deserve.
Our strategic pillars
Five pillars that define our relevance, growth and impact
Recognition
Celebrating Excellence, Honoring Service
We spotlight individuals and organisations making tangible contributions to Plateau’s development.
We spotlight individuals and organisations making tangible contributions to Plateau’s development.
- 500+ awardees honored across 10 sectors
- 95% positive media rating on credibility, reaching over 6 million
- 70% of honorees initiated new community projects post-award
Inspiration
Turning Achievements into Mentorship
PMYA transforms stories of success into mentorship and capacity-building platforms.
PMYA transforms stories of success into mentorship and capacity-building platforms.
- PMYA Mentorship Network: 500 emerging leaders mentored
- From Plateau to the World: highlighting Plateau-born innovators
- PMYA Legacy Magazine: 10,000 annual circulation across Nigeria
Community Voice
Inclusive, Transparent, People-Driven
Public nominations and voting remain central to PMYA’s credibility.
Public nominations and voting remain central to PMYA’s credibility.
- Over 100,000 online votes annually
- Verified voting from all 17 LGAs and beyond
- Free, one-click public voting, open to everyone
Partnerships
Building Synergy for Sustainable Development
PMYA thrives through partnerships with government, business, media and civil society.
PMYA thrives through partnerships with government, business, media and civil society.
- ₦250M cumulative sponsorship & partnership value
- 15 institutional collaborations
- 10 CSR co-projects launched through the PMYA network
Legacy Building
Preserving History, Shaping the Future
PMYA sustains excellence through archives, mentorship and developmental initiatives.
PMYA sustains excellence through archives, mentorship and developmental initiatives.
- PMYA Hall of Fame: immortalizing Plateau’s icons
- Plateau Legends @50 Magazine
- Community Impact Fund: ₦50M micro-grant for youth & NGOs
- PMYA Impact Documentary (2015 to 2026)
Our core values
What we stand for
Excellence
We uphold the highest standards in every aspect of our work.
Integrity
We are guided by honesty, transparency and fairness.
Inclusivity
We celebrate diversity and ensure equal recognition across all backgrounds.
Impact
We honor those who create meaningful change in their communities.
Selection & voting process
Fair, verified and supervised
Every nominee who is shortlisted goes up for public voting. Voting is free and open to everyone, with one vote per email address per award.
Transparency Guarantee: PMYA operates with fairness and accountability. Every stage of the judging process is supervised by the Advisory Board, ensuring impartiality and merit-based selection in line with global best practices.
- Screening & Verification: the Secretariat checks for completeness, authenticity and compliance
- Shortlisting: the Technical Committee evaluates using PMYA judging criteria
- Public Voting: community participation on the official PMYA voting platform
- Winners Announcement: winners are confidentially notified
- Winners are officially unveiled at the PMYA Awards and Gala night
Our structure
The people behind PMYA
A credible, transparent and globally respected recognition platform.
Amb. Cletus Akhimien
Founder & CEO, COA Media | Convener, PMYA
A visionary media entrepreneur and development advocate, Amb. Akhimien leads the PMYA with purpose, integrity, and an unwavering focus on celebrating transformative impact.
Organizing Committee
A team of experts in media, event management, communications, public relations, research, and community engagement, ensuring professionalism and excellence at every stage from nominations to the awards gala.
Advisory Board
A respected panel drawn from academia, public service, civil society, and the private sector. They provide strategic guidance, safeguard credibility, and uphold the values of fairness, inclusivity, and merit.
Judging Panel
An independent body of distinguished professionals responsible for evaluating nominations, assessing achievements, and making objective recommendations based on PMYA’s established criteria.
Together, this team ensures that PMYA remains a credible, transparent, and globally respected recognition platform, one that inspires excellence, rewards dedication, and strengthens the legacy of leadership across Plateau and Nigeria.
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