The deputy governor of Edo state, Rt Hon Dennis Idahosa, has been recognised as one of the 100 most notable peace icons in Africa.
Idahosa was honored alongside other prominent Nigerians and Africans at the recently concluded 100 most notable Africans leadership and business summit held in Kigali, Rwanda.
The event celebrated individuals recognised as the “100 most notable peace icons in Africa” for their impactful contributions to nation-building and peace promotion across the continent.
Other notable awardees included Umar Namadi, the governor of Jigawa state, Imane Kendili, the chief executive officer (CEO) of African Global Health in Morocco; Nicaise Ndembi, regional director at the Institute of Human Virology, University of Maryland School of Medicine; and Ibrahim Zanna.
Kingsley Amafibe, project director for Africa for the awards, said the recognition was to encourage recipients to continue leveraging their platforms to foster peace and development in Africa.
Amafibe said the continent’s progress depends heavily on peace and stability, urging collective efforts to strengthen unity and brotherhood.
The list of honourees also featured personalities such as Mthuli Ncube, Pedzai Scott Pakupwanya, Torhile A. Uchi, and Angel Nationota, among others.
The awards attracted a diverse group of leaders from various sectors, including politics, academia, health, and business.
