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Michael Ekwo Foundation

Advisory Council

Obuesi Phillips

Obuesi Phillips is a legal practitioner of two decades. Prior to establishing his own law firm, Obuesi practiced in two law firms – Awa U. Kalu & Associates and Onwuka Egwu & Co.

A prominent civil rights and environmental activist, Obuesi founded Community Agenda for Peace (CAP). Obuesi is a member several organizations including International Peace Bureau Network (IPB), Global Alliance for the Human Right to Peace (GAHRP), World Federation Against Drugs (WFAD), National Anti-Corruption Coalition (NACC), CSO Network on Youth, Peace and Security (CSONYPS), and Civil Society Network Against Drugs and Substance Abuse (CSNetSDA)

Attorney Obuesi is a recipient of several awards in recognition of his contributions to the socio-economic development of Nigeria. Among the awards are Dream Prize Winner for leadership and community service, Light of Georgia for contributions to the Christian faith in Atlanta Georgia, UN Ambassador for SDGs, and Crime Prevention Personality Awards.