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Africa-Press – Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>On Saturday, January 31, the grandeur of the Abuja Continental Hotel provided a fitting backdrop as distinguished leaders, diplomats, and policymakers gathered for the 7th \u2018OurNigeria News Magazine Awards\u2019. Among the evening\u2019s most celebrated honorees was Liberia\u2019s Ambassador-at-Large for Special Duties and Special Presidential Envoy, H.E. Sheikh Al-Moustapha Kouyateh, who received the Pan African Diplomatic Excellence Award for Peace and Strategic Engagement. The prestigious event drew an audience of high-ranking government officials, diplomats, policymakers, and influential personalities from across Africa and beyond.<\/p>\n

The award, presented by Our Nigeria News Magazine, recognized Ambassador Kouyateh\u2019s remarkable contributions to diplomacy, peace-building, and strategic engagement across the continent. In his acceptance remarks, Ambassador Kouyateh described the honor as a meaningful acknowledgment of his lifelong commitment to advancing peace and cooperation in Africa.<\/p>\n

He expressed gratitude to the management and editorial board of \u2018OurNigeria News\u2019, noting that the diversity of award recipients underscored the magazine\u2019s growing continental relevance. \u201cOurNigeria News is more than a publication; it is a message of hope reminding Africans of their responsibilities to their countries and the continent at large,\u201d he said, emphasizing Africa\u2019s wealth of human and natural resources and the urgent need to harness them effectively for sustainable development.<\/p>\n

His honor stood out as a testament to Liberia\u2019s growing influence in continental affairs and his personal stature as a respected voice in African diplomacy. For Liberia, Kouyateh\u2019s award is more than a personal achievement; it symbolizes the country\u2019s expanding diplomatic footprint and its role in shaping Africa\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

Kouyateh\u2019s honor highlights the growing importance of strategic engagement in addressing the continent\u2019s challenges and opportunities, while reinforcing OurNigeria News Magazine\u2019s reputation as a credible institution dedicated to celebrating leadership, peace, and development.<\/p>\n

Ambassador Kouyateh is the only non-Nigerian who was honored. The award had originally been designed exclusively for Nigerians, but based on his exceptional work across the continent, no one else could match his contribution to Pan-African Diplomatic Excellence in strategic engagement.<\/p>\n

Dr. AK Peters, Chairman of the Editorial Board, explained that the awards were instituted to spotlight Africans whose leadership and service have made measurable impacts in nation-building. He highlighted the 2025 awards theme, \u201cProviding a Podium for the Unsung Hero,\u201d as a reflection of the magazine\u2019s mission to celebrate individuals whose contributions often go unnoticed.<\/p>\n

He received the award alongside other distinguished leaders, including Nigeria\u2019s Defense Minister General Christopher Musa and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. His recognition not only reinforces Liberia\u2019s growing diplomatic outreach but also affirms OurNigeria News Magazine\u2019s integrity as a credible platform for honoring excellence across Africa.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Liberia<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Liberia. On Saturday, January 31, the grandeur of the Abuja Continental Hotel provided a fitting backdrop as distinguished leaders, diplomats, and policymakers gathered for the 7th \u2018OurNigeria News Magazine Awards\u2019. Among the evening\u2019s most celebrated honorees was Liberia\u2019s Ambassador-at-Large for Special Duties and Special Presidential Envoy, H.E. 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