Jubilation as Igala man breaks 102 years old record in UK, receives Queen of England Honour (PHOTOS)

A Nigerian man has made his country and United Kingdom proud by breaking a 102 years old record.

The young Igala man identified as Joel Ele-Ojo Adams has recently bagged a promotion in the British Air Force.

He was honoured yesterday being Thursday, February 11 by the Queen of England.

The year 2021 seems to be a great year for Nigerians because of their outstanding achievements and also getting recognized by the whole world.

Joel received a highly respected and prestigious honours in United Kingdom for his amazing contributions and research work to support the military.

Joel graduated with a Bachelor of science degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State.

Joel is the first non British to be commissioned as an Aero-Systems Specialist Engineer to the rank of Flying officer in the British Air Force.

Joel posted this good news on his Facebook page on February 5th.

In his word, "My Sword of honor arrived this evening, in prep for next week!

Hello friends,

By this time next week, I will be receiving of one of the most respected and highly prestigious honours in the land, awarded by Her Majesty, the Queen. This is humbling!

I was emotional this evening as I reflect on my journey - the humble beginning, the sacrifices, the grace of God, and the accomplishments.

It is not so much about the accomplishment as it is about where I'm coming from. Boy-o-boy, this barrack pikin has come very far o! Only those of my background will understand.

Indeed, I have enjoyed the grace of God (which I always talk about). But also my journey can be, metaphorically, likened to a duck that floats on the waters seemingly effortlessly (...what we see), while she paddles like hell beneath the surface (...what we don't see).

The past 12 months have been some of the most challenging, but yet most rewarding, times of my life.

I made tough decisions!

I was audacious to dare what people of my colour and background don't!

There were days I felt so alone, but somehow I kept going!

There were times I got tired and questioned everything. "Why don't you just settle and 'enjoy life'?", I often asked myself. Then I remember the purpose is bigger than me, and I persevered!

So when you see/hear/read about this stride, I want you to know it's not my achievement - it is ours!

See his Facebook post below