The Royal Civility Institute is proud to celebrate a momentous achievement in African royal leadership and global cultural diplomacy. His Excellency King Aba Obazi IV, of the revered Enebiene Royal Dynasty, has been named the 2025 Global Civility Iconic Person of the Year by iChange Nations, the world’s largest Culture of Honor organization.
In this blog post, we will explore more about King Aba Obazi IV’s royal journey, his vision for ancestral unity, and the global impact of his leadership, a legacy deeply rooted in tradition, yet powerfully shaping the future of international civility.
This prestigious honor recognizes King Aba Obazi IV’s groundbreaking work in royal civility, global cultural restoration, and unifying ancestral kingdoms throughout Africa and the diaspora.
A direct descendant of Nii Ashangdor Obakweman II, King Aba Obazi IV currently reigns over the Tunma Ga-Dangbe Amon Aboriginal Kingdom, and actively engages with over 52 African royal families spanning more than 36 nations.
King Aba Obazi IV has demonstrated a rare and powerful commitment to global civility through the lens of royalty, identity, and legacy,” said HRH Dr. Clyde Rivers, Founder of iChange Nations™. “His work represents a renaissance of African unity through ancestral truth and honorable leadership.”
A Royal Advocate for Global Civility and Ancestral Unity
King Aba Obazi IV’s efforts have positioned him as a leading figure in African cultural diplomacy, a monarch dedicated to reviving royal dignity, empowering indigenous leadership, and building bridges between royal houses and the global African Diaspora.
His contributions align with iChange Nations’ mission to restore honor, civility, and legacy-based leadership in every sector of society. Through his influence, King Aba has played a pivotal role in advancing peace building, royal collaboration, and cultural sovereignty.
Joining a Prestigious Lineage of Global Leaders
With this recognition, King Aba Obazi IV joins a distinguished list of past Global Civility Iconic honorees, including:
- President Kenneth Kaunda of Zambia: Celebrated as Africa’s Father of Civility
- President Joyce Banda of Malawi: Honored for her commitment to women’s empowerment
- President Ernest Bai Koroma of Sierra Leone: Recognized for upholding constitutional democracy.
Upcoming Induction Ceremony
King Aba’s official induction as the 2025 Global Civility Iconic Person of the Year will be commemorated in a global royal ceremony, with details to be announced soon on both IChangeNations and RoyalCivilityInstitute.com.
This event is expected to draw attention from heads of states, international royals, global diplomats, and civic leaders aligned with the vision of global honor and legacy leadership.
About iChange Nations™
iChange Nations™ is the world’s largest Culture of Honor Network, dedicated to recognizing individuals and institutions that are positively impacting humanity through civility, leadership, and cultural preservation. Their mission is to reintroduce the lost art of honor into global discourse and nation-building.