Isaac Idahosa
Isaac Idahosa | |
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| Born | February 8, 1965 |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Occupations | Nigerian politician and pastor |
| Title | Archbishop Designate |
Political party | NNPP |
| Awards | US Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award |
Isaac Idahosa (born February 8, 1965), known professionally as Archbishop Designate Isaac Idahosa, is a Nigerian politician and religious leader who served as a running mate to New Nigeria People's Party Presidential Candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso during 2023 Presidential Election. In 2024, he received the prestigious US Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to society.[1]
Early life and education
Idahosa was born on 8 February 1965 in Minna, Niger State, Nigeria. He is from Edo State. He studied Mechanical Engineering and later attended Soul Clear Bible College. Before entering politics, he was a Christian leader who founded God First Ministry, also known as Illumination Assembly, and served as its presiding bishop.[1]
Political career
Idahosa entered national politics when he was selected as the vice presidential candidate for the New Nigeria People's Party in the 2023 presidential election.[2]
Awards and recognition
In 2024, Idahosa was awarded the US Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his significant contributions to humanitarian service and community development.
In 2024, Idahosa was selected as the recipient of the prestigious Nelson Mandela Leadership Award of Excellence and Integrity.[3]
References
- 1 2 "Archbishop Designate Isaac Idahosa Receives Prestigious US Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award". Retrieved 2024-01-28.
- ↑ Online, Tribune (2022-07-14). "BREAKING: Kwankwaso picks Lagos pastor, Bishop Idahosa, as running mate". Nigerian Tribune. Retrieved 2024-11-12.
- ↑ Faleye, Seunmanuel (2024-12-06). "Archbishop Designate Isaac Idahosa Receives Prestigious Nelson Mandela Leadership Award, Appointed to Board of Regents | Apples Bite International Magazine". Retrieved 2025-03-16.