Mr. Shaba Gbenga, the publisher of popular online news platform, Omonaijablog, and eleven other emerging entrepreneurs will be conferred with International Ambassador for Peace Award by the Universal Peace Federation in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria on August 12, 2017 by 12noon.
The award which is in recognition of their contributions to the advancement of the cause of peace and sustainable development and world peace will take place at Lagos NUT Pavilion, NERDC Road, beside Tisco Plaza Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
The award ceremony shall be a unique feature of the Special Countdown to the United Nations International Day of Peace Seminar, say
the organizers.
Universal Peace Federation (UPF); a global network of individuals and organizations is dedicated to building a world of peace that is centered on universal spiritual and moral values. They are also an international NGO with a special consultative status at the United Nations ECOSOC.
Launched in 2001, Ambassadors for Peace is the largest and most diverse network of peace leaders. They come from all walks of life representing many races, religions, nationalities, and cultures, and commit to:
-Stand on the common ground of universal moral principles, promoting reconciliation, overcoming barriers, and building peace.
-Form a global network representing the diversity of the human family and all disciplines.
-Promote cooperation beyond boundaries of religion, race, ethnicity, and nationality.
-Practice “living for the sake of others” as the guiding principle for building a global community.
