Abuja: Grammy-winning music superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, and Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, have been recognized among the 2025 ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa.’
According to News Agency of Nigeria, they were named in the ‘Peace building row call’ at the ‘Unveiling News Conference’ held by the organizers in Abuja.
Amb. Kinsley Amafibe, Project Director Africa for the 100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa, congratulated the Nigerians and other Africans who made the prestigious ‘peace icon list.’ He explained that the peace icons are Africans from various backgrounds who have employed their talents, positions, and resources to foster and promote peace across the continent. The selection was based on their consistent commitment to humanitarian initiatives, positive influence on communities, and youth empowerment.
Amafibe further announced that all the 2025 Peace Icons will be honored at the ‘100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit,’ scheduled to be held from July 4 to 6 in Kigali, Rwanda. The summit’s theme is ‘Leadership Frameworks for Governance, Business Growth, Investment Opportunities and Sustainable Development in Africa.’ The event aims to gather economic experts, government officials, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to engage in inclusive discussions on Africa’s economic growth.
The summit will feature lectures, networking opportunities, and panel discussions to promote investment opportunities and collaboration among leaders. It will also address political transparency and cross-border initiatives in agriculture, education, and health. The aim is to ease border restrictions, boost trade, and maintain a security framework that addresses common threats.
NAN reports that other notable recipients of the peace icon recognition across the continent include Egyptian footballer Mohammed Salah, Dr. Abdelhak Najib and Dr. Imane Kendili from Morocco, Zimbabwe’s Minister of Finance Prof. Mthuli Ncube, and Munyakazi Sadate, CEO of Karame Rwanda Group, among others.