The list encompasses high achievers across 25 categories.
By Helena Olori
The Future Project, organisers of the Future Awards Africa (TFAA), has unveiled the nominees for the 17th edition of the annual awards. The award celebrates the excellence and creativity of young Africans who have made remarkable contributions in diverse fields.
The nominations list spans 25 categories, covering a wide spectrum of achievements, including education, law, professional service, entrepreneurship, agriculture, technology, photography, filmmaking, acting, and a host of others.
Notable nominees listed include Nollywood rising stars, Emeka Nwagbaraocha, (House of Secrets); lead cast of InkBlot’s Far From Home, Mike Afolarin, and co-star, Genoveva Umeh. Popular content creator, Layi Wasabi, music video director, Dammy Twitch, Napoli striker, Victor Osimhen, sensational Afrobeats singers, Arya Starr and Asake, Guinness World Record holder and celebrity chef, Hilda Baci, were also nominated.
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According to the organisers, “The nominees are an embodiment of what the Future Awards truly represents – resilience, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to making a difference. […] They remind us that the future of Africa is bright.”
The announcement was streamed live on YouTube and Instagram, with actor and former Big Brother Africa housemate, Tayo Foniran, making the announcement alongside actress India Aisien.
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The Future Awards Africa, described by Forbes as the “Most important awards for outstanding young Africans”, was founded by journalists, Chude Jideonwo and Adebola Williams. It honours outstanding young Africans between the ages of 18-31. Beyond the awards, the TFAA serves as a movement that empowers young Africans to continue to contribute to the development of the continent and inspire greatness.
The upcoming awards ceremony is themed: “Defying the Odds, Inspiring Greatness”.
See the complete list of nominees below:
Prize for Education
- Aliu Toluwani Victor
- Sultan Akintunde
- Demikade Adelaja
- Adora Nwodo
- Uchechi Rochas
Prize for Professional Service
- Oghenerukevwe Toka
- Phoebe Dani Asolo
- Victor Okpala
- Ewuoso Ubukayo
- Muhumuza Brian
- Fatima Jimanate Umar
Prize for Law
- Bioku Benjamin
- Chidi Odoemenam
- Damilola Wright
- Toyin Ayepola
Prize for Entrepreneurship
- Nathan Nwachukwu
- Lukman Shobowale
- Jumoke Dada
- Victor Ehindero
- Miracle Nwachukwu
- Victor Adegbile
- Bella Victor
- Sandra Chkwudozie
- Bright Sekoni
- Noah Ibrahim
Prize for Agriculture
- Emmanuel Negedu
- Joshua Ifezue
- Joshua Okpala
Prize for Technology
- The Weevil Company
- Victor Fatanmi
- David Onilude
- Yanni Omorogbe
- Goodness Kayode
- Shodipo Ayomide
- Iyinoluwa Deborah Raji
Prize for Photography
- Akindele Ibukun
- Chika Onuu
- Yemi Kings
- Ngozi Eme
- Bolarinwa (Horla of Lagos)
- Deji Oluokan
Prize for Advocacy and Activism
- Mohamed Lulu
- Kehinde Odanye
- Osarieme Grace Omoruiyi
- Tobilola Osogbiye
- Temileyin Kehinde
Prize for Sport
- Victor Osimhen
- Tobi Amusan
- Asisat Oshoala
- Michelle Alozie
- Mary Busayo Olatunji
- Ese Brume
Prize for On-Air Personality
- Emmanuel Onwuka
- IgowitDflo
- Laila Joshson Salami
- Anita Akuffo
- Aderonke Balikis
- Dimkpa Karen
Prize for Journalism
- Deborah Folu Kayode
- Pelumi Salako
- Ore Ogunbiyi
Prize for Entrepreneurship
- Tutu Adetunmbi
- Solomon Ayodele
- Ernesto Dibia
- Victor Okpala
- Precious Akpan
Prize for Health and Wellness
- Mmekidmfon Umanah
- Princess Ifeoma Ike
- Emmanuel Oni
- Victor Amusan
Prize for Fashion
- Uyiosa Omorogbe
- Rhoda Aguonigho
- Thebe Magugu Thebetsile
- Veekee James
- Oluwagbemisola Okunlola
Prize for Film
- Abdulazeez Greene
- TG Omori
- Dammy Twitch
- Ovie Odiete
- Nora Awolowo
- Steven Ndukwu
- Ife Olujuyigbe
- Ifan Michael
Prize for Acting
- Mike Afolarin
- Rahama Sadau
- Scarlet Gomez
- Moshood Fattah
- Emeka Nwagbaraocha
- Ama Qatama
- Olumide Oworu
- Tobi Bakre
- Genoveva Umeh
Prize for Content Creator
- Layi Wasabi
- Fisayo Fosudo
- Korty E. Olanrewaju
- Salem King
- Rodney Odinaka Umeh
- Maryam Apaokagi
- Broda Shaggi
Prize for Music
- Arya Starr
- Asake
- Libianca
- Aya Nakamura
- Tay C
Prize for Governance
- Kareem Onasanya
- Igunbor Sarah
- Iga Ozo Mustapha
- Seun Olufemi White
- Rukayat Shittu
- Khalil Halilu
Prize for Community Action
- Godsfavour Ahamisi
- Idris Ndasadulau
- Chioma Ukpabi
- Salau Azeez
- Ireselewa Muhammed Bello
Prize for Arts and Literature
- Michael Dubby
- Morenike Olusanya
- Haneefah Adam
Prize for Dance
- Izzy Odigie
- Regina Eigbe
- Sherrie Silver
- Seyi Oluyole
Prize for Creativity
- Victor Adesanmi
- Hauwa Lawal
- Babatunde Sanni of Ikorodu Bois
- Intissat Bashir Kurfi
Prize for Young People
- Melody Fidel
- Bosun Tijani
Prize for Young Person of the Year
- Hilda Baci
- Oluwaseyi Moejoh
- Victor Osimhen
- Rena Wakama
- Precious Eniayekan
- Enioluwa Adeoluwa