US Govt, UNESCO honour Ooni’s wife, Temitope Ogunwusi

Queen Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi, wife of the Ooni of Ife and Deputy Convener of Hopes Alive Initiative for Africa, has received two prestigious international awards.

She shared the news on her Instagram page, revealing that President Joe Biden’s administration honored her with the President’s Lifetime Prestigious Award for her humanitarian work.

Additionally, UNESCO presented her with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, recognizing her lifelong advocacy for peace, empowerment, and justice.

Reflecting on the great accomplishments, the Queen said: “From President Joe Biden’s Administration, I am honored to receive the President’s Lifetime Prestigious Award, acknowledging the many years of service and dedication to humanitarian efforts. This is not just a recognition of my work, but a celebration of all the lives touched and uplifted through our efforts at Hopes Alive Initiative for Africa.

“And just days later, at the 79th United Nations General Assembly during the International Day of Peace, I was deeply moved to be presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award by UNESCO, on behalf of the US Federation for Peace and the Association for UNESCO. This award celebrates a lifelong mission of advocating for peace, empowerment, and justice for the marginalized.

“These accolades remind me that we must never stop striving for a better, kinder world. Thank you to all who have supported and believed in this journey, especially the incredible people we serve each day. Together, we continue to push for change!”