Renowned Nigerian gender rights advocate and lawyer, Omowumi Ogunrotimi, has been honoured with the prestigious 2025 Global Citizen Prize at an award ceremony held in New York City on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Omowumi was celebrated alongside other distinguished changemakers: Valeriia Rachynska of Ukraine, Taily Terena of Brazil, and Lydia Amenyaglo of Ghana, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to advancing equity and justice in their respective communities.

Omowumi Ogunrotimi’s recognition is a global acknowledgement of her impactful work and footprints in the gender ecosystem, including leading the advocacy effort that resulted in the passage of the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill by the Federal House of Representatives and the localisation of sexual harassment prevention frameworks by 26 sub-national governments.

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The high-profile event attracted global attention and was attended by world leaders, policy influencers, and human rights advocates. Notable dignitaries present included United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed, Sarah, Duchess of York, celebrated science educator Bill Nye, and Professor José Manuel Barroso, Chair of the Gavi Board.

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