Former Olori of Ife, Her Highness Queen Zaynab, has been awarded Humanitarian of the Year by Kechie's Project during United Nations Week in New York.
The award is presented to her highness for her outstanding contributions to women and children across the globe.
Kechie's Project is a non-profit organization committed to empowering girls to become future leaders. The organization provides academic and social support to girls in underserved communities in America and Africa. In addition to providing full educational scholarships, the NGO provides career training and mentorship to prepare these young women for leadership positions in their communities.
Other honouree includes : CNN journalist Don Lemon and the 55th First Lady of New York, Michelle Paige, Nancy Silberkleit (Co-CEO, Archie's Comics), Dr Goodluck Jonathan (Former Nigerian President) and CEO of WIN, Dr Chetachi Nwoga among others
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