Okolo and Patoranking Plan UN Youth Convention for 2027

Hon. Amb. Chief (Dr.) Jim Chimezie Okolo, a renowned youth advocate and current West African Regional Director for Inter-Governmental Affairs at the International Human Rights Protection Service (IHRPS), has engaged in strategic discussions with Nigerian music superstar Patoranking. They are exploring a partnership with the United Nations to host a Global Youth Impact Convention at the United Nations Headquarters in New York in April 2027.

This initiative aims to mobilize young people globally towards leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation, peacebuilding, sustainable development, and active global citizenship. The convention is expected to attract world leaders, diplomats, policymakers, young innovators, and youth organizations, promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This initiative follows Okolo's recent recognition as a United Nations Champion for Youth Mobilisation at the 10th Anniversary of The African Future Model United Nations in Abuja. Okolo also leads the Jim Mezie Foundation and serves as the Managing Director of Jimez Petroleum Resources Limited, among other roles.