The African Centre on Union Street, London, became a beacon of inspiration and celebration as leaders, visionaries, and change-makers gathered to honour education, service, and the spirit of global leadership at the prestigious Myles Leadership University Honorary Doctorate Conferment ceremony.
The event celebrated excellence, innovation, and visionary leadership across continents, recognising individuals who have made transformative contributions to global development.
Dr Matthew Godwin Mario, representing Myles Leadership University, delivered a warm welcome address to the distinguished guests and honourees, emphasising the institution’s commitment to recognising leaders from diverse backgrounds who continue to create opportunities and spaces for the next generation.
“Myles Leadership University believes that leadership is not limited to the classroom but lived through service, impact, and innovation. Today, we honour those who exemplify these values,” Dr Mario stated.
Among this year’s distinguished honorary doctorate recipients, Dr Tonye Rex Idaminabo FRSA stood out as a beacon of excellence. As CEO of Reputation Poll International and Founder of the African Achievers Awards, Dr Idaminabo has dedicated his career to recognising and celebrating African excellence while building platforms that amplify the continent’s success stories on the global stage.
His work through Reputation Poll International has established new standards for measuring and enhancing organisational and individual reputations across Africa, while the African Achievers Awards has become a premier platform for honouring outstanding African talent and leadership worldwide.
Dr Idaminabo’s recognition joins a prestigious class of 2025 honourees, including Chief Light Aboetaka, Founder/CEO of the African Afforestation Association (Germany); Mrs Bilkiss Moorad, MD/CEO of LegalWise, Botswana; and Adesegun Adeosun Jr. (SMADE), Co-founder of Afro Nation and Founder of Smade Entertainment Group, UK.
The ceremony also spotlighted Project Educate 1,000, a Myles University initiative supporting access to higher education for underprivileged students worldwide. This ambitious program reflects the institution’s mission to empower over five million youths by 2045, demonstrating that educational excellence must be paired with accessibility and opportunity.
The honorary doctorate ceremony forms part of the University’s global convocation series, designed to celebrate exceptional individuals whose work continues to transform industries and inspire positive change across multiple sectors.
Additionally, Dame Mary Martin London, a renowned fashion designer, received a Golden Plaque in recognition of her leadership and continuous contributions to the UK and international fashion industry.
The event underscored Myles Leadership University’s commitment to celebrating leaders who exemplify service, innovation, and the transformative power of education in building a better world for future generations.
Seunmanuel Faleye is a brand and communications strategist. He is a covert writer and an overt creative head. He publishes Apple’s Bite International Magazine.
