Maria Corina Machado Wins Nobel Peace Prize, Trump Misses Out!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Venezuelan opposition leader and democracy advocate Maria Corina Machado has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, the Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on Friday. The decision marks a significant global recognition of her efforts to promote democratic governance and civil liberties in Venezuela, a nation long gripped by political repression and economic crisis.

What We Know

• The Committee praised Machado for her “courageous, non-violent struggle for democracy and human rights,” despite government crackdowns, disqualification from elections, and threats to her safety.
• She becomes the first Venezuelan to win the Nobel Peace Prize, symbolising global solidarity with pro-democracy movements in Latin America.
• Former U.S. President Donald Trump, previously floated by some allies as a contender, was notably absent from the final shortlist.

Why It Matters

• The award brings renewed international attention to Venezuela’s political situation under President Nicolás Maduro, whose government has been accused of authoritarianism and electoral manipulation.
• – Machado’s recognition is likely to embolden opposition forces ahead of the country’s 2026 elections, where she remains a symbol of democratic resistance.

Citations

1. Nobel Prize Committee – https://www.nobelprize.org
2. BBC News – https://www.bbc.com
3. Reuters – https://www.reuters.com
4. Al Jazeera – https://www.aljazeera.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Managing Editor of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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