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Aṣa Selected for Prestigious 2025 Yale World Fellows Programme
Renowned Nigerian singer-songwriter Bukola Elemide, popularly known as Aṣa, has been selected as a 2025 Yale World Fellow, joining an exclusive network of global changemakers.
The Yale World Fellows programme is a flagship initiative of Yale University’s International Leadership Center, designed to nurture leadership and broaden global perspectives.
Each year, 16 outstanding individuals from various fields are selected from thousands of applicants to participate in an intensive four-month experience at Yale.
Since its inception in 2002, the programme has welcomed over 400 Fellows from 101 countries, drawing professionals from politics, media, international development, and justice.
Emma Sky, Director of Yale’s International Leadership Centre, praised the new cohort, stating:
“World Fellows are operating with remarkable savvy and often immense courage on the frontlines of the fight for a better world. In this era of global upheaval and uncertainty – which drives many to cynicism and apathy – the 2025 World Fellows are daring to envision and build an optimistic future. We very much look forward to welcoming them to Yale.”
Aṣa’s inclusion in this prestigious program recognizes her influence as an artist and thought leader. Known for her soulful music and impactful storytelling, she has consistently used her platform to inspire change and advocate for social progress.
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