Anita Igoni Appointed ECOWAS Youth Ambassador, Recognised for Advocacy Leadership

Serial ntrepreneur and founder of Miss Port Harcourt Beauty Pageant, Anita May Igoni has been appointed as a West Africa Youth Ambassador by the West African (ECOWAS) Youth Council.

The recognition, made on July 22, 2024, highlights her remarkable dedication to promoting the development of African youths through entrepreneurship and leadership.

The official appointment letter, signed by Ambassador Emmanuel S. William, President of the West African Youth Council, commended Igoni’s “laudable antecedents of dedication, hard work, and diligence” in her service to humanity. The letter emphasized her role as a relentless crusader for African youth development, a crucial factor in her selection for this diplomatic position.

In her new role, Igoni will be tasked with advancing the council’s objectives within the region, furthering initiatives that empower young people. She has been issued a diplomatic plate number for ease of movement within West Africa, ensuring her effective performance of ambassadorial duties.

Igoni’s appointment is a proof to her growing influence and commitment to the development of the region’s youth, and her contributions are expected to have a lasting impact on the council’s mission.

The West Africa Youth Council (WAYC) is a regional body committed to fostering unity, justice, and development among youths across West Africa. Igoni’s appointment adds to the council’s efforts in empowering young leaders to take an active role in regional growth and progress.