The former president Goodluck Jonathan, who has recently
become a global icon, will be honoured by the Diplomatic
Circle in Geneva, Switzerland.
Channels TV reports that Jonathan has been selected for
honour for his democratic credentials and upholding
human rights in Africa.
The former president is to receive his honour on Thursday,
January 21, at the group’s annual dinner in Geneva. He is
the first African leader to be so honoured by the revered
group of diplomats.
At the dinner gala night Jonathan will also deliver a
keynote address.
Earlier in the year, a public policy organisation on African
affairs, the Africa Political and Economic Strategic Center,
recommended the ex-president for the Nobel Peace Prize.
According to the group, the peaceful way Jonathan
conceded defeat to President Muhammadu Buhari in the
general election deserves the attention of the Nobel Peace
Prize committee.
“He may have not promoted fraternity between nations but
he surely promotes fraternal peace among Nigerians by
conceding power,” the group noted.