Former Liberian Vice President, Howard-Taylor Appointed UNIPGC Matron
Sahara Weekly Reports That The first female Vice President of Liberia, JEWEL Howard-Taylor, has been appointed the Matron of the United International Peace and Governance Council (UNIPGC) for its African chapter.
She was officially sworn into office on Friday at the Jewel Starfish Headquarters in Monrovia, Liberia, a colorful event that recorded overwhelming success.
She was taken through an oath of allegiance by the Global President & Chairman of the Supreme Council of UNIPGC Africa, H.E. Amb. Dr. Jonathan Ojadah.
The former Vice President swore to lead people manage resources, and create value no individual can create alone.
Amb. Ojadah, the Permanent Representative to the United Nations and holder of the US President’s Lifetime Achievement award congratulated Howard-Taylor for her official inauguration and expressed hope that she would bring massive value to the UNIPGC.
Howard-Taylor is considered one of the most influential African women.
Earlier, Amb. Ojadah was treated to a superb welcome from the executives of UNIPGC upon arrival in Monrovia, the capital of Liberia.
Those who came out to receive him upon arrival at the airport included notable members of the UNIPGC General Assembly and key executives.
They are Amb. Fanta Ceesay and Mrs. Joy Okikili from Liberia, Amb. Dipo Gbenro, the Country Chief for Sierra Leone, and Amb. Michael Adediran, the Country Chief for Tanzania.
Also present was Mr. Titus Charlie, representing H.E. Jewel Howard Taylor, among other distinguished officials.
This landmark occasion on Friday marks a new chapter for UNIPGC Africa under the esteemed leadership of Chief Dr. Jewel Howard Taylor.
The event, which drew massive attention across the board, is also a demonstration of the commitment of UNIPGC Africa towards fostering peace and good governance across the continent.