A renowned Nigerian diplomat, scholar, and former Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and a respected Nigerian Professor of International Diplomacy, Professor Babafemi Badejo, has been honored with the Order of 27 June 1977 by the Prime Minister of Djibouti, Abdoulkader Kamil Mohamed.
The recognition was given on behalf of President Ismail Omar Guelleh, for his pivotal role in advancing peace and reconciliation in Somalia, particularly during the Arta Peace Conference of 2000.
Professor Badejo's contributions to global diplomacy, peacebuilding, and academia earned him this prestigious recognition.
He has had a distinguished career, serving as a Senior Political Adviser at the United Nations and as a Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Chrisland University, Abeokuta.
He has authored several books, including "Raila Odinga: An Enigma in Kenyan Politics" and "Somalia Just Before Al-Shabaab: Why Peace Was Elusive," which provides valuable insights into the complexities of regional peace and challenges.
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