Koffi Annan
Kofi Annan was a Ghanaian diplomat who served as the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1997 to 2006, becoming the first sub-Saharan African to hold the position. Annan was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001 for his work in revitalizing the UN and for his efforts to address global issues such as poverty and disease. He played a significant role in various international crises, including the 2007-2008 post-election violence in Kenya, where he helped broker a peace deal that led to the formation of a coalition government. Annan's legacy is one of commitment to human rights, peace, and sustainable development.
Born on Apr 08, 1938 (87 years old)
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Koffi Annan is the former United Nations Secretary General who negotiated the National Accord Act after the 2007 post-election skirmishes.
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