Abuja: Queen of Orile Ilawo Kingdom, Egbaland in Ogun, Omolara Fashola-Macgregor, has been conferred with the Global Peace Ambassador Award by the World Human Rights and Peace Commission (WHRAPC), Nigeria. She was also designated National Patron of WHRAPC Nigeria in recognition of her contributions to peacebuilding and nation-building.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Global Peace Ambassador Award is conferred on individuals who demonstrate commitment to peace, humanitarian service, integrity, and leadership. Delivering her citation at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja on Saturday, Mr Lawal Ribah, Deputy Director, WHRAPC Nigeria, said Fashola-Macgregor had continued to inspire society through her contributions to cultural, social, economic, and spiritual development.
Ribah stated that the recognition was among the commission’s highest honours for individuals who had demonstrated commitment to improving lives and promoting peace. He mentioned her philanthropic efforts, cultural preservation initiatives, and the annual Olokan Festival in Lagos as factors considered for the honour. Ribah also highlighted her numerous awards, including the African Icon Award, Cultural Ambassador Award, and the Special Recognition Award as the Most Influential Woman.
Her recent Hall of Fame recognition and the annual Olokan Festival, which attracts participants from across the world, reflect her commitment to preserving cultural heritage. Her leadership has attracted international recognition beyond Nigeria, and her memberships in professional bodies, such as the Fellowship of the Institute of Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (FITPN) and the Chartered Institute of Management and Leadership, Kentucky, USA, were also noted.
Mr Abdullahi Bashir, Regional Coordinator, WHRAPC Nigeria, remarked that the recognition was reserved for individuals whose lives and public service inspired hope, fostered unity, and contributed to humanity. Bashir expressed confidence that Fashola-Macgregor would serve as a worthy ambassador of the commission’s ideals and continue to promote peace and human dignity.
In her acceptance speech, Fashola-Macgregor expressed appreciation to the leadership of WHRAPC Nigeria for the recognition. She pledged to continue contributing to nation-building in her new role as Patron and as a peace ambassador, committing to supporting global efforts aimed at fostering peace, protecting human dignity, and promoting understanding among people.
Fashola-Macgregor emphasized her determination to contribute meaningfully to the global mission and to work alongside all stakeholders to build bridges of understanding, inspire hope, and champion initiatives that promote peace, justice, and sustainable development. She appreciated the confidence reposed in her by the commission and expressed optimism that the partnership would yield lasting benefits for present and future generations.