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Leadership Excellence Diaspora Award
Hall of Recognition
Honouring heads of state, legislators, jurists, diplomats and corporate leaders whose leadership has advanced good governance, human rights and support for Africans in diaspora.
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H.E. Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR
President, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Good conduct during the 2015 Nigeria Presidential Election and stance against corruption.
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H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo
President of the Republic of Ghana
Good conduct during the 2016 Ghana Presidential Election and stance against corruption.
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H.E. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
President of Liberia
Good governance and role in promotion of peace in Africa and support to Africans in diaspora.
RM
H.E. Robert Mugabe
President of Zimbabwe
Calls for racial reconciliation, African liberation struggles and support to Africans in diaspora.
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H.E. Alassane Dramane Ouattara
President of Côte d'Ivoire
Good governance, fight against corruption, human rights and promotion of peace.
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H.E. Gen. Yakubu Gowon
Fmr. President, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Good governance, human rights, promotion of peace in Nigeria and Africa.
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H.E. Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings
Fmr. President of Ghana
Good governance, consolidation of democracy, stance on corruption and promotion of peace.
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H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR
Fmr. President of Nigeria
Contribution to diaspora citizens and businesses in Ghana; good governance.
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H.E. John A. Kuffour
Fmr. President of the Rep. of Ghana
Good governance, consolidating Nigeria–Ghana ties and diaspora business.
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H.E. Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR
Fmr. President, Federal Rep. of Nigeria
Peaceful conduct during the 2015 elections and smooth handover.
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H.E. John Dramani Mahama
Fmr. President of the Rep. of Ghana
Peaceful conduct during the 2016 Ghana elections and handover.
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Her Excellency Angela Merkel
Chancellor of Germany
Migration policy approach to strengthen democracy and empower Africans in diaspora.
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Senior Prophet T.B. Joshua
The Synagogue Church of All Nations
Humanitarian support to Africans in diaspora and economic empowerment.
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Dr. Ogbonaya Onu
Min. of Science & Technology, Nigeria
Support to diaspora Africans and promotion of science & technology.
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Hon. Rita Oduchi Orji
Member, Fed. House of Reps, Nigeria
Commitment to African diaspora advocacy and good legislation.
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Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Fmr. Minister of Finance, Nigeria
Good governance and policy formulation; diaspora support for CSOs.
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Dr. Ifeanyi A. Okowa
Governor of Delta State, Nigeria
Good governance and commitment to diaspora Africans in Delta State.
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Chief Willie M. Obiano
Governor of Anambra State, Nigeria
Good governance, human rights and promotion of peace.
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Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON
Fmr. Governor of Delta State
Good governance, human rights and promotion of peace.
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Amb. William Azumah Awinador-Kanyirige
Fmr. Ghana High Commissioner to Nigeria
Diplomatic service and support to diaspora citizens.
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Hon. Dr. Mohammed Rabi'u Musa
Member, House of Senate, Nigeria
Best practice in legislation and support to diaspora Africans.
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Sen. Dino Melaye
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Advocate for good legislation and promotion of peace.
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His Lordship Justice David Kenani Maraga
Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Kenya
Peaceful judicial excellence over the Kenyan election petition.
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Her Lordship Justice Georgina T. Wood
Fmr. Chief Justice of Ghana
Judicial excellence and good governance.
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Barrister Festus Keyamo
Senior Advocate of Nigeria
Contribution to judicial excellence and diaspora advocacy.
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Hon. Musiliu O. Obanikoro
Fmr. Nigeria High Commissioner, Ghana
Economic contribution to diaspora citizens and Nigerian businesses in Ghana.
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Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa
Sr. Special Adviser on Diaspora & Foreign Affairs
Commitment to harnessing policy initiatives on Nigerians in diaspora.
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Chief Mrs. Josephine O. Ovuorie
President General, EIAN
Women empowerment and humanitarian support to African diaspora.
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Mr. Bonaventure Agortimevor
Fmr. Dep. Director, Ghana Immigration Service
Good immigration service to diaspora citizens in Ghana.
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Alhaji Aliko Dangote, GCON
Founder, Dangote Group
Corporate good governance and economic opportunities for Africa's diaspora.
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Mike Adenuga Jr., GCON
Founder, Globacom · Chairman, Conoil
Corporate good governance and economic opportunities for diaspora Africans.
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Henry Oroh
MD/CEO, Zenith Bank Ghana
Corporate good governance and banking innovation for diaspora Africans.
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Chief Raymond Paul Dokpesi Jnr.
Managing Director, DAAR
Empowerment and support to diaspora Africans through media coverage.
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Chief Dele Momodu
Fmr. Presidential Aspirant, Nigeria
African diaspora advocacy and promotion of peaceful coexistence.
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Barrister Afahokor Akpovienehe Duncan
Ododo of Umeh Kingdom
Youth empowerment, humanitarian support and advocacy for diaspora Africans.
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Hon. Rev. Mrs. Catherine Oghenero Ilolo
Commissioner, Local Gov't Commission, Delta State
Women empowerment, humanitarian support for Africans in diaspora, good governance.
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Hon. Dr. Alphonsus Chukwutem Ojo
Chairman, House Committee on Health, Delta State House of Assembly
Philanthropy, advocacy for good legislation, commitment to diaspora Africans.
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Amb. Ademola Onafowokan
Fmr. Nigeria High Commissioner, Ghana
Contribution to the wellbeing of Nigerians in diaspora.
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Chief Eugene Eke Nzom Ojukwu
MD/CEO, E. Ekesons Bros. Nig.
Philanthropy, corporate good governance, economic empowerment and service to diaspora Africans.
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Chief Dr. Chidi Anyaegu
CEO, Chisco Group
Philanthropy, corporate good governance, economic empowerment and service to diaspora Africans.
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Chief Dr. Vincent Amaechi Obianodo
Chairman/CEO, The Young Shall Grow Motors Ltd
Philanthropy, corporate good governance, economic empowerment and service to diaspora Africans.
Honourees listed reflect the purpose for which each award was presented at ICAD's 2017 Nigeria Independence Day programme in Accra, Ghana. Titles reflect the position held at time of honour.
Organising Committee
ICAD Ambassadors
The resident representatives who organise and coordinate ICAD's programmes across host countries.
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Dr. Huxley Unumadu
Izomo of Umuebu Kingdom · ICAD Ambassador, Nigeria
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Mrs. Odioko Majovo Peace
ICAD Ambassador, Nigeria
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Kwami Tornyenyor
ICAD Ambassador, Ghana
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Mr. Pius John Ugbaje
ICAD Ambassador, Ghana