A Nigerian who wrote the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) 17 times, Dr Emmanuel Ahmadu, has earned a distinction from the London Graduate School in the UK.

Ahmadu, a Nigerian mental health advocate and accomplished professional based in the United States, disclosed this in an interview with NAN in Lagos State on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

He said he was also inducted as a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC) in Lagos.

Ahmadu stated that the formal induction ceremony and certification workshop took place in Lagos and the UK on November 26, where he was lauded for his exceptional contributions.

According to him, this dual honour highlights his inspiring journey from writing O’level examinations 17 times, due to family instability, to becoming a globally recognised figure in mental health advocacy and consultancy.

Ahmadu said his new accolades would significantly amplify his global impact, which would enable him to contribute further to addressing mental health challenges, particularly among Gen Z, teenagers, and adolescents.

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Ahmadu said: “My Fellowship, the highest grade of membership in the Institute of Management Consultants, will position me as a thought leader equipped to provide innovative strategies in tackling depression and suicide.

“This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a step forward in the global fight against mental health crises.

“It’s a call to action to innovate solutions that inspire hope and resilience.”

Ahmadu further stated that his certification “as a Certified Management Consultant (CMC) will further enhance my credentials, making me to offer my expertise across over 50 countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom.”

He noted that his personal story had resonated globally, inspiring millions.

“A childhood marked by instability saw me attend 16 primary schools and 14 secondary schools, yet I persevered, ultimately earning two honorary doctorates and publishing in mental health journals,” he added.

The Institute of Management Consultants, in its nomination statement, commended Ahmadu’s “outstanding academic and professional standing and demonstrated commitment to creating, maintaining, extending, and promoting the highest world standards of management consulting practice.”

The Star