Educational Achievements​

In recognition of his unwavering commitment to transforming education and fostering a culture of excellence, Otunba Daniel has implemented innovative policies and supported infrastructural development in schools across Ogun State that have earned him numerous academic accolades and honorary awards from prestigious institutions, reflecting his dedication to uplifting the standard of education and creating opportunities for future generations. Some of these academic laurels include:

• Doctor of Science, Engineering (D.Sc, Honoris Causa) of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye (2006)
• Doctor of Agriculture (D. Agric, Honoris Causa) of University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (2005)
• Doctor of Development Administration (DDA, Honoris Causa) of Babcock University, (2004)
• Fellow of the Nigerian Academic of Engineering
• Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineering
• Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management
• Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Directors

He has also won several distinguished awards including but not limited to the following:

• One of Nigeria’s 100 Most Successful Businessmen (National Concord) – 1993
• MKO Abiola Leadership Prize – 2004
• Africa Leadership Prize for the Best Performed Governor for the years 2003 – 2004
• City People Magazine Award for Best Performing Governor for 2003 – 2004
• Man of the Year (by the American Biographical Institute Inc) – 2004
• Best Performing Governor in Primary Education Development – 2005