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CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE & HERITAGE.

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Honoring the remarkable individuals who embody the spirit,
excellence, and values of the Igbo culture worldwide.

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The Igbo Global Icon Awards (IGIA) brings together distinguished leaders, pioneers, visionaries, and changemakers from around the world for an extraordinary celebration of excellence, heritage, and lasting impact.

OUR MISSION

The Igbo Global Icon Foundation is bridging cultural gaps and celebrating the rich heritage of the Igbo people since 2026

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Experience the prestige of this historical awards event, where remarkable achievements are recognized & timeless legacies are honored, as we:

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Honor individuals who exemplify Igbo values and traditions

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Foster community and cultural pride across the diaspora

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Promote awareness and appreciation of Igbo heritage

SUPPORTING EVENT SPONSORS

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Awards Ceremony Agenda

An evening filled with inspiration, culture, and celebration

Keynote speeches from distinguished guests

Award presentations honoring our iconic figures

Performances showcasing Igbo culture and talent

Networking with dignitaries and community leaders

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MEET THE TEAM

Meet the members of the Igbo Global Icon Foundation and discover more about the individuals responsible for making the magic happen

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DR. UWA ONYIOHA-OSIMIRI

IGIF PRESIDENT & CO-FOUNDER

Her Excellency, Oke Dibia Ochuaja, Dr. Uwa Onyioha-Osimiri, is a prominent spiritual leader, educator, humanitarian advocate, and author dedicated to spiritual service, cultural preservation, academic advancement, and community empowerment.

JAMELA FRANKLIN

IGIF VICE PRESIDENT

Jamela Franklin, Ed.M, M.A., is an accomplished Holistic Psychotherapist, Certified Aromatherapist, Certified Reiki Master, Certified Metaphysician, Reflexologist, Energy Medicine Practitioner, College Professor, Emotional Release Psychotherapist, Holistic Life Coach, Radio Talk Show Host, and author.

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SONJA HUTCHINS, M.D.

IGIF TREASURER

Dr. Sonja Hutchins retired from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in June 2017 as a Senior Medical Advisor in the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity and Captain (Medical Director) in the US Public Health Service after 30 years of active duty.

SHATORRI PHILLIPS

IGIF SECRETARY

A native of Atlanta and a GA REALTOR, Shatorri’s areas of expertise range from helping those desiring to relocate to Georgia or those needing to downsize or upsize their current housing needs.

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NNAMDI ONYIOHA OSIMIRI

IGIF BOARD MEMBER

Nnamdi Osimiri is the Founder, CEO and lead designer of NDG (Nativ Design Group).  A graduate of the University of Phoenix with a degree in Business Administration and furthering his expertise in UX-UI Design, he found himself leaning more into his passion for the arts which flourished at a young age, rather than just the business sector. 

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President & Founder  |  IGIA

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"We all have the ability to build lasting legacies.  For those who dedicated their lives to not only build their own legacies, but to use their talents to uplift they communities... to them, we dedicate this award."

- ENYI OHA 1 of NWELLE AWKA, ANCIENT KINGDOM, ANAMBRA STATE

IGIA EVENT FAQs

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RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence, leadership, culture, and achievement at the Igbo Global Icon Awards (IGIA). Secure your tickets today and become part of a prestigious event honoring remarkable individuals who are making a lasting impact around the world.

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Have questions before purchasing? We'd be happy to help. Contact the Igbo Global Icon Foundation through the website, and a member of our team will assist you.

CONTACT US

We're here to answer your questions and help make your experience with the Igbo Global Icon Awards (IGIA) a memorable one. Whether you have questions about tickets, nominations, sponsorships, partnerships, or the event itself, we'd love to hear from you.

Simply complete the contact form below, and a member of the Igbo Global Icon Foundation team will respond as soon as possible. We look forward to connecting with you.

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