Amina J. Mohammed is a distinguished British-Nigerian
diplomat and politician, who holds a prominent position as the fifth Deputy
Secretary-General of the United Nations. Before assuming this role in 2017, she
served as Nigeria's Minister of Environment, demonstrating her commitment to
sustainable development.
Her impact extends beyond borders, as evidenced by her
pivotal role in shaping the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development while
serving as the Special Adviser on Post-2015 Development Planning to the UN
Secretary-General. In Nigeria, she played a crucial role in poverty reduction
efforts and coordinated interventions aimed at achieving the Millennium
Development Goals.
It's wonderful to see Amina J. Mohammed being recognized for
her impactful contributions. From her instrumental role in shaping the 2030
Agenda for Sustainable Development to her work as Deputy Secretary-General of
the United Nations, she has truly made a significant mark on global development
and diplomacy.
As her efforts have not gone unnoticed, she holds the
prestigious Order of the Federal Republic (OFR) and was named Diplomat of the
Year by Foreign Policy magazine in 2017. Her influence on gender policy was
acknowledged by Apolitical in 2019, and she was recognized as one of Africa's
most influential figures by The Africa Report.
Vogue hailed her as one of the foremost "Climate
Warriors," while Fortune recognized her as one of the world's preeminent
female leaders. She also holds a place of honor in the Nigerian Women's Hall of
Fame.
The establishment of the Amina Mohammed Skills Acquisition
Centre further demonstrates her commitment to empowering communities and
investing in future generations. She continues to inspire and lead by example,
earning well-deserved accolades and recognition along the way.
