As part of concerted efforts to get the very best for Nigerian youths home and abroad, the Youth Assembly of Nigeria Diaspora-Directorate, under the leadership of the Head of Mission (Ambassador) and Director General (YAN Diaspora-Directorate). Her Excellency, Helen Mukoro Idisi has appointed Mr Ughwujabo as Ambassador to UK and Director of Trade, Investment and Foreign Affairs of the Youth Assembly of Nigeria Diaspora-Directorate.
In a statement signed and issue by H.E Helen Mukoro Idisi Head of Mission (Ambassador) and Director General says “I’m pleased to convey the approval of your appointment as Ambassador to UK and Director of Trade, Investment and Foreign Affairs of the Youth Assembly of Nigeria Diaspora-Directorate, under the leadership of the Head of Mission (Ambassador) and Director General (YAN Diaspora-Directorate). Her Excellency, Helen Mukoro Idisi, with effect from 26th October, 2020.”
The statement read in part: “your appointment is based on consideration of your unmatched experience as first British of African Descent to hold the position of former Special Adviser on Social Justice, Young People, and Opportunity to Prime Minister Theresa May. Your ground-breaking international reputation as guest speaker at the European Union, the US Congress, the Congressional Black Caucus US and at Obama’s MBK Rising event in the US. A professional expert who has worked with national and international stakeholders and leaders, including former US President Barack Obama and the Obama Foundation. Listed in 2019 as one of the 100 Most Influential People of African and African Caribbean Heritage in the UK, and for your expertise in leadership, community development, strategic planning, urban regeneration, gender, ethnicity, civil society and social justice.
In line with the Assembly’s mission and objectives of contributing positively to youth development, you will be required to work with the Head of Mission Diaspora-Directorate to design programs and policy geared towards nation building in Nigeria and in the diaspora. Disclosure and Barring Service Checks are required for all officials who come into contact with vulnerable adults/confidential documents.
The appointment is at the pleasure of the Head of Mission (Ambassador) and Director General Diaspora-Directorate and therefore, maybe terminated at her discretion.
Yours in YAN Diaspora-Directorate.
