Renowned sustainability advocate, Dr. Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji, has been awarded the “Peace and Development in Mining Host Communities” Award by the Northern Youth Peace Ambassadors (NYPA).
The award recognizes her tireless efforts in creating sustainable solutions and empowering mining host communities across Africa, placing her among a distinguished group of honorees, including Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General C.G. Musa, and other notable leaders.
Dr. Asokoro-Ogaji, Group Managing Director of Richflood Group, has led transformative projects that improve the livelihoods of mining communities while ensuring environmental sustainability.
With support from global development banks like the African Development Bank (AfDB) and International Finance Corporation (IFC), her initiatives have shaped over 350 investment projects in mining, agriculture, power, and manufacturing.
Her leadership of Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa) has also championed gender equality and better mining practices, including programs like “Voices of Children from the Pits”, which remove children from hazardous mines.
“This award is a testament to our collective commitment to empowering mining host communities across Africa,” Dr. Asokoro-Ogaji said.
As she continues her mission through WiM-Africa, the organization remains a beacon for responsible mining and inclusive leadership, advocating for sustainable development one mining community at a time.
