UN Special Envoy, Ojadah Appointed As Advisor To Ivory Coast Presidential Candidate

His Excellency, Ambassador Dr. Marshall Jonathan Emmamuzo Daniel Ojadah, has been appointed special advisor to a leading presidential candidate in Ivory Coast.

The high-level appointment further cements his role as a key figure in African diplomacy and international relations, especially in an era where cross-border partnerships and shared developmental goals are critical to the continent’s progress.

Ambassador Ojadah, a non-career Nigerian diplomat, businessman, and humanitarian, hails from Aviarha in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State. His influence spans international trade, investment diplomacy, and philanthropic engagements.

With robust experience in both bilateral and multilateral dialogues, he has participated in high-level negotiations across countries such as Germany, the UK, Ethiopia, Morocco, and Ghana, advancing the ideals of cooperation and sustainable development.

The diplomat’s vast global engagement includes contributions to the European Union, African Union, and United Nations forums.

He has been instrumental in promoting peace, advocating for marginalized communities, supporting climate change mitigation efforts, and facilitating educational and cultural exchanges.

His legacy is grounded in forging productive alliances that contribute to lasting development across Africa and beyond.

He currently serves as Chairman of the UN International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) Supreme Council and as Diplomatic Head of Mission for Africa at the Royal Diplomatic Club of the United Nations, Lithuania.

His active roles at the UN headquarters in New York have significantly boosted the influence and reach of these organisations, especially in driving peace-building and inclusive governance.

A highly decorated statesman, Amb. Ojadah has received over 15 national and international honours. Among these are the prestigious 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award from U.S. President Joe Biden, the FIN-FORBES Africa Award for Sustainable Peace and Governance, and the Euroknowledge Leadership Award presented at the British House of Lords. Each award reflects his relentless pursuit of justice, peace, and development across borders.