The 15th Annual Humanitarian Public Lecture and Pan-African Humanitarian Leadership Award Ceremony, organized by the Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD), was successfully held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, marking yet another milestone in the promotion of humanitarian excellence and leadership across Africa.
During the event, Melvin Ponsak Daji was formally inducted as a Special Humanitarian Ambassador, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to community service, social development, and humanitarian advancement. His dedication and impactful efforts continue to inspire a new generation of leaders committed to creating lasting change.
The ceremony also featured the unveiling of the Pan-African Humanitarian Resource Centre, alongside the graduation of trained professional humanitarians and fellowship inductees, further demonstrating IHSD’s continued commitment to strengthening humanitarian education and capacity building across the continent.
The occasion was held under the distinguished chairmanship of His Excellency, Dr. Mukhtar Ramalan Yero, FIHSd, former Governor of Kaduna State (Dallatun Zazzau), and witnessed the presence of distinguished guests, humanitarian leaders, and development advocates from across Africa and beyond.
IHSD’s partnerships with leading global organizations such as the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), CIFAL Nigeria, and AREF underscore its dedication to fostering humanitarian leadership, professional training, and international collaboration.
Expressing his appreciation after receiving the honor, Melvin Ponsak Daji described the induction as “a renewed call to service and a deeper commitment to making lasting social impact through humanitarian leadership.”
