Compassion Outreach appoints a new Human Rights Patroness in Lagos to lead advocacy and diplomacy initiatives globally
Compassion Outreach and Advocacy Association (COAA) has appointed Amb. Rtn. Olu-kayode Ariyike Elegbede as its Honourary Chaplain Advocate and Human Rights National Patroness for the Lagos State Command.
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The announcement was made in an official letter signed by Superintendent General Roseline Bola Ige, Continental Admin General.
The Lagos-based association, affiliated with the Diplomatic Commission International for Human Rights (Colombia), said the appointment recognises Elegbede’s leadership in humanitarian advocacy and her commitment to advancing peace, diplomacy, and sustainable development initiatives.
The decoration ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Km 3, Agbado Road, Cele Conner Bus Stop, Abule Ijoko, Ogun State.
The association requested confirmation of attendance to ensure full participation in the event.
COAA highlighted its commitment to supporting institutions and associations worldwide through strategic solutions aimed at improving education, health, employment, and poverty reduction.
The organisation trains members in specialised departments, including Chaplaincy, Advocacy, Human Rights, Doors Supervision, and Close Protection.
“Our mission is to develop emerging leaders in diplomacy, global mediation, and peace arbitration,” the association said.
“These individuals serve as humanitarian ambassadors in their home countries, promoting projects that enhance global peace and diplomacy.”
The appointment underscores COAA’s emphasis on creating a world of board-certified professional advocates inspired by ancestral legacies, with a focus on eradicating barriers to human potential.
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The association plans to host an annual World Diplomatic Summit in various international locations, reinforcing its global reach and commitment to fostering professional advocacy and human rights awareness.
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