Dr. Adekunle Badmus Appointed as YELI/UNDESA Ambassador for Turkey
Dr. Adekunle Badmus, a quality and affordable education advocate in Africa, has received another key humanitarian appointment as the Diplomatic Ambassador for the Youth Education and Leadership Initiative (YELI) in the Republic of Turkey.
YELI is an organisation focused on youth education and development, accredited by the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA).
This latest appointment follows Ambassador Badmus’s recent roles in 2024, including his designation by the National Youth Council of Nigeria as the Youth Ambassador to Turkey. In this capacity, he aims to promote youth inclusiveness in leadership and foster meaningful development and positive changes in society.
Ambassador Badmus’s profile within the global humanitarian community has continued to rise, with numerous appointments reflecting his charismatic personality, humanitarian spirit, passion, and significant contributions to youth education and development worldwide.
The appointment from YELI/UNDESA was confirmed in a letter dated February 4, 2025, signed by H.E. Prof. Amedu Monday Amedu, Esq., the Global President and Grand Diplomatic Ambassador General of YELI.
In his new role, Ambassador Badmus is expected to lead efforts in promoting YELI’s mission, which includes education, youth development and empowerment.
In his reaction, Badmus expressed readiness to serve as YELI Ambassador, stating that, “he’s ever willing to always serve in roles that advance the cause of youths development education.”
YELI is known for its commitment to enhancing universal basic education projects in primary and secondary schools in Nigeria to combat ignorance and illiteracy among youth.
The organisation focuses on integral and intellectual development through effective leadership building and the establishment of a robust reading culture within society, aiming for social growth, poverty reduction, and the promotion of peace and harmony among youth in Nigeria and Africa through seminars, workshops, conferences, concerts, and contests.
Ambassador Badmus is widely recognised as a respected icon for his extensive humanitarian works in youth development and the promotion of quality and affordable education. He is also dedicated to engineering change and development within society.
As the Founder of The Global Clusters, an international platform for entrepreneurs, technocrats, and nation builders, he facilitates global business opportunities and fosters the sharing of accurate knowledge, information, and connections among members.
Based in Turkey and Nigeria, he also serves as the President of Goodmus Charitable Foundation, promoting bilateral trade agreements between Africa and other continents.
