Ahunna Eziakonwa, a Nigerian development expert, now holds one of the most influential Africa-focused roles at the United Nations. Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed her as his Special Adviser on Africa, placing her at the heart of how the UN shapes policy and engagement across the continent.
Eziakonwa brings deep experience in development work to the position, making her a well-regarded choice for a role that carries significant weight in global conversations about Africa's future.
With a Nigerian woman now advising the UN's top office on African affairs, the appointment signals a continued push for experienced African voices in senior multilateral spaces. Watch this one closely.
Originally published by BusinessDay.