Dr. Emmanuel Ahmadu, a Nigerian graduate who wrote the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 17 times, received a prestigious award in the United States on August 3. Ahmadu was recognized as a Global Mental Health Advocate by the Marquis Who’s Who 2024 in America. He stated that this award places him in the same calibre as past honorees like President Joe Biden, Prof. Wole Soyinka, Oprah Winfrey, and Bill Gates.
Ahmadu, who overcame significant educational challenges due to family instability, attended 16 primary schools and 14 secondary schools. Despite these difficulties, he graduated with a degree in Mass Communication from the University of Benin, where he excelled academically and won several national and international awards.
In addition to his recent recognition by Marquis Who’s Who, Ahmadu received an honorary Doctorate Degree in International Affairs from Global Seminary University, New York, in collaboration with GEPEA University, Portugal, on June 8. He was also honored as a Professional Doctoral Fellow by the Across Global Institute of Foreign Languages for his outstanding leadership and achievements in mental healthcare.
Ahmadu’s journey from experiencing mental trauma to becoming a global mental health advocate is marked by resilience and determination. He views his recognition as an inspiration to individuals worldwide struggling with hopelessness, depression, and suicidal thoughts.
He also received recognition from Black Leaders Worldwide™️ on LinkedIn and graduated from the year-long Hiram Civility Leadership Institute training in partnership with Renew America Together in Little Rock, Arkansas. Ahmadu’s achievements underscore his commitment to mental health advocacy and his impact on a global scale.