Peter Obi Urges Overhaul of National Honours System, Says Awards Should Go to Entrepreneurs, Not Politicians.

October 13, 2025October 13, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has called for a comprehensive reform of Nigeria’s national honours system, arguing that the country must begin to celebrate productivity and genuine contribution to national development rather than political patronage. Speaking on Thursday in Abuja at the public presentation of “The […]

Hilda Baci, Gloria Michael, and 98 Other Young Africans Honored at “100 Africa Travel Under 40 Awards”

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

Nigerian Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci, celebrated for her record-breaking cook-a-thon, has joined Gloria Michael, a Tanzanian journalist, and 98 other young Africans in receiving the prestigious “100 Africa Travel Under 40 Awards.” The awards ceremony, held in Lagos, Nigeria, was organized by Mr. Ikechi Uko, the founder of the AKWAABA Africa Travel and […]

Imisi Wins Big Brother Naija Season 10, Walks Away with ₦150 Million Prize

Meet Imisi: The Bold Fashion Designer Who Won BBNaija 10/10

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

In an electrifying finale that lit up screens across Africa, Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, has been crowned the winner of Big Brother Naija Season 10 (10/10). The 23-year-old fashion designer from Oyo State walked away with a ₦150 million grand prize, including ₦80 million in cash, a brand-new SUV, and other luxury gifts, […]

Nigeria Customs, IMPR Win Global PR Award Again

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

For the second consecutive year, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has clinched the prestigious 2025 Golden World Award (GWA) of the International Public Relations Association (IPRA), in partnership with Image Merchants Promotion Limited (IMPR) publishers of PRNigeria and Economic Confidential. The award was presented during IPRA’s 70th anniversary ceremony in Accra, Ghana, which also marked […]

Youths Digest Launches 7th Edition of Campus Journalism Awards

October 2, 2025October 2, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

The Youths Digest Campus Journalism Initiative has announced the commencement of entries for the 7th edition of the Campus Journalism Awards (CJA), a national platform that celebrates the contributions of student journalists across Nigeria. The 2025 edition, themed “AI and the Future of Journalism,” will spotlight the role of young reporters in navigating a fast-evolving […]

The Role of Awards in Driving Innovation

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

Innovation is the lifeblood of progress, and awards play a critical role in encouraging individuals and organizations to push the boundaries of what is possible. From science and technology to business and the arts, awards not only recognize achievement but also inspire new ideas, collaborations, and breakthroughs that shape the future. Recognition as Motivation Awards […]

Inside Abuja’s Most Exclusive Award Gala of the Year

August 18, 2025September 4, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

The nation’s capital was aglow last weekend as Abuja played host to what many have described as the most exclusive award gala of the year a night where elegance met influence, and entertainment mingled seamlessly with power. Held at one of the city’s premier luxury venues, the invite-only event brought together Nigeria’s leading entertainers, policymakers, […]

Glitz and Glory: Top Moments From AMVCA Red Carpet

August 18, 2025August 18, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) once again lived up to its billing as the crown jewel of Nollywood’s entertainment calendar not only for its celebration of film and television, but also for the dazzling fashion moments that unfolded on the red carpet. This year’s edition was a blend of elegance, bold statements, and […]

Afrobeats’ Global Rise and the Role of Recognition

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

From the streets of Surulere to stages in Stockholm, Afrobeats has become a defining sound of the 21st century. But behind its meteoric rise is a less flashy yet crucial engine: recognition. Awards, nominations, and accolades have helped legitimize and amplify the genre globally. A Sound That Crossed BordersIn the early 2000s, Afrobeats was largely […]

The Best Nollywood Acceptance Speeches of All Time

August 4, 2025August 4, 2025Award SecretaryLeave a Comment

Behind every golden statue is a story and sometimes, that story is best told on stage. In the vibrant world of Nollywood, acceptance speeches have become moments of truth, drama, and inspiration. Here are some of the best ever delivered: 1. Genevieve Nnaji – AMAA 2005 (Best Actress)Graceful and sincere, Genevieve’s speech highlighted the resilience […]

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