Embattled Governor Sonko bags international award – Weekly Citizen

Sonko who is facing corruption charges was given the prestigious World Peace Messenger award by the World Peace and Diplomacy Organization in Los Angeles, USA at a colorful event that also saw Ms President Nairobi  Betty Adera awarded as a Humanitarian and Global icon.

The honorary position means that Sonko is now entitled to the confidence and trust of members of the US-based organization, and will join the rest of African appointees in a similar position in spearheading peace and humanitarian initiatives across the continent.

Sonko was awarded for his efforts in reaching out to the poor in society and his commitment to reform youths associated with criminal groups.

The governor has himself confessed to be a reformed citizen, having spent time in prison for criminal related activities.

His transformation has seen him grow into an astute businessman, a political leader and a father of many adopted children.

While receiving the award, Sonko spoke of his pride in his achievements in life, especially on matters touching the needy and initiatives to reform criminal youth gangs. The award was picked on his behalf by Mrs. Adera who also bagged the Humanitarian and Global Icon award.

“I am so humbled and gratified to have been recognized at such a high level but this can only make me proud of the bold steps l have made in my life,” he said.

He promised to continue with his humanitarian activities and the campaign to rehabilitate youths from the street life as well as encourage youths to shun criminal activities.

“Having had a past that is challenging, many youths doing some of these evils approach me for possible solutions on how they can be better citizens and we have helped them get the right counseling and rehabilitation and some have grown into reliable businessmen in society,” Sonko added.