StatesForumSend a tip
USD ₦1,350GBP ₦1,813EUR ₦1,514
BreakingNigeria and Saudi Arabia sign 2027 Hajj agreement

HEALTHHealth

Nigerian neurosurgeon wins social hero award in Germany

Updated 07:42 WAT, · first published 8 Nov 2026, 22:08 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

9jaPulse graphic: Health – health illustration (abstract)
9jaPulse graphic

Nigerian neurosurgeon Dr Douglas Okor received the 2026 International Social Hero Afrika Award in Germany, according to the News Agency of Nigeria. The award recognises contributions to social responsibility and sustainable development. P.M. News reported that the prize, also known as the Golden Planet Award, was established by Lady Astrid Arens and Stephan Schwenk.

What we know

  • Dr Douglas Okor won the 2026 International Social Hero Afrika Award.
  • The award was presented in Germany.
  • The prize recognises work promoting social responsibility and sustainable development.
Ad · 18+Mostbet: From Lagos to all Naija. Bonus for new clients 2 000 000 NGN + 325 FS. 18+, play responsibly.

Sources

  1. Nigerian neurosurgeon wins international social hero award in Germany – News Agency of Nigeria,
  2. Nigerian neurosurgeon wins international social hero award in Germany – P.M. News,

Updates

  • – Story published - 2 outlets

This page groups reports from the outlets above; headlines belong to their publishers. Summary written by our automated desk from multiple reports. How we work.

Join the discussion

Talk about this story with other readers in the 9jaPulse forum. Free account – just a username and password.

Discuss this story Know more? Send us a tip