Akpanke, Umeaduma, Kanu to Be Honoured at 2023 Humanitarian Awards

Three notable Nigerians—Hon. Peter Akpanke, Chidimma Maria-Gorretti Umeaduma, and Kanu Nwankwo—are among the distinguished honorees for the upcoming 2023 Humanitarian Awards and Magazine Event, recognizing their remarkable contributions to national development and humanitarian service.

Hon. Peter Akpanke will be awarded the Humanitarian Award for Rural Empowerment and Sustainable Resources for his multi-faceted efforts to improve living conditions in rural communities. His initiatives, which include solar-powered street lights, water access through boreholes, and agricultural empowerment programs, reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and community-led progress.

Chidimma Maria-Gorretti Umeaduma will receive the Excellence in Financial Innovation & Leadership Award, recognizing her groundbreaking work in fintech strategy, inclusive finance, and financial literacy. Through her leadership, she has helped bridge the gap between technology and economic empowerment, especially for underserved populations.

Kanu Nwankwo, who's celebrated internationally for his football career, will be honoured for his philanthropic work through the Kanu Heart Foundation, which has provided life-saving surgeries to hundreds of children with heart conditions across Africa. His unwavering commitment to child health and humanitarian advocacy continues to impact lives across the continent.

Joining these changemakers are other distinguished Nigerians and organizations whose works span across critical sectors such as governance, health, education, youth empowerment, peacebuilding, and social advocacy. Their unwavering commitment to community development, poverty alleviation, and national transformation has earned them a place among the 2023 honorees. From influential public servants and visionary entrepreneurs to grassroots advocates and humanitarian-driven foundations, the awardees represent the very best of Nigerian compassion and leadership.

The 2023 Humanitarian Awards and Magazine Event will also feature the unveiling of the latest edition of the Humanitarian Magazine, which captures the inspiring stories, milestones, and impact journeys of the award recipients. This event aims not only to honour excellence but to inspire a new wave of service, innovation, and civic responsibility across the nation.