Umar Usman Suruzzah Bags Peace Ambassador of Nigeria Award in Abuja
In recognition of his outstanding leadership, entrepreneurial excellence, and commitment to national development, Umar Usman Suruzzah has been conferred with the prestigious Peace Ambassador of Nigeria Award in Abuja.
The honour was bestowed by the Peace Ambassadors Advocacy Network at a well-attended ceremony held at the Los Angeles Centre, drawing dignitaries, stakeholders, and members of the peace and development community.
The conferment underscores his growing influence as a business leader whose contributions continue to promote enterprise growth, economic inclusion, and societal advancement.
Suruzzah, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of GAP NIG Limited, was recognised for his role in driving innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable business practices within Nigeria’s private sector.
His leadership has been described as impactful, with a focus on creating opportunities, strengthening business systems, and contributing to economic productivity.
The organisers noted that his recognition reflects a strong alignment between enterprise leadership and the values of peace, unity, and national development.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Convener of the Peace Ambassadors Advocacy Network, Ambassador Kingsley Onuche, described him as a disciplined and forward-thinking entrepreneur whose work continues to inspire confidence and progress.
He further noted that the awardee represents a new generation of leaders leveraging business as a tool for peacebuilding, stability, and inclusive development.
According to him, the conferment is both a recognition of achievement and a call to greater responsibility, urging him to remain steadfast in advancing initiatives that promote economic growth, social impact, and national cohesion.
