By Peter Oriri
The organizers of the African Icon Awards have announced Comedian James Aidoko as Chief Host and Mc Dreams as Co-host ahead of her 9th edition of the African Icon Awards.
Project Director Amb. Abraham Lawal revealed this in a statement released to journalists on Friday. He noted that the theme for this year’s event is “The Power of African Youth in Leadership.” The event is scheduled to take place on July 26th, 2024, at Merit House Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria.
The African Icon Awards is an annual event that seeks to encourage, appreciate, and honor young and talented Africans who have excelled in diverse fields.
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The statement further announced about 28 individuals set to be honored at the highly anticipated event. The notable awardees include Dr. Kingsley Mike Azonobi, President of Domak Group International, Clement Omiwale, Founder OscarClement Consult, Amb. Badamasi Sadiq Ibrahim, DG of Global Peace Advocacy and Empowerment Initiative; Mr. Izzul-Arab Garba Ibrahim, President of Gee-lec International Football Academy of Jos; Hon. Nonso Smart Okafor, MD/CEO of Reapfold Properties Ltd; Amb. Ayomikun Adebayo, CEO of Fab Realty and Tourism Ltd; Cwesi Oteng Desmond, CEO of COD Construction & Engineering; Flemming Rontved, CEO of Face of Domak; Hajiya Aisha Lami Abdulsalam, CEO of Avada Couture Academy, Abuja; Chief Otunba Abdullah Rufai Odusami, CEO of Rufab Investment ENT; Atinuke Shomade, CEO of Atinuke Stones Trimmings and Accessories; Prince Godstime Emiko, Chairman of Sporting FC of Warri and CEO of GT Luxury Home; Engr. Abolude Paul Oluwaseun, Biomedical Engineer/Renal Technologist and Music Therapy Consultant, CEO of Abovic Nigeria; Dr. Helena Ankrah, CEO of Wahyiraso Herbal Clinic; Mrs. Simisola Adeyemo, CEO of Mahani Beauty Company; Dr. Francis Nash Dashie, CEO of Nash Francisco Herbal Clinic; and Hon. Adebisi O. Emmanuel, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Osun State on Civil Society Organizations.
Other honorees include Chief Prince Alao Taofik, CEO of Bizzy Express Delivery Service; James Aidoko, Comedian King James; Alhaji Kabiru Abubakar Gwandu, MD/CEO of Jasaka Crown Nig Ltd; Osemekhian Joshua Onobun, CEO of OOJ Couture; Princess Jewel C.N. Asare, CEO of Roypow Foods and Marinades; Christina Edem, CEO of Riaccion Concepts Ltd; Laud A. Morgan, CEO/Founder of Regnum Properties; Wini Lizbet, Musical Artist; Ezeani Mary Jane O., Founder of Mjane Innovation/Foundation; Victor Adewole, Founder of VadePulse Tech; Babajide Guerrero, CEO of Gilt Edged Production, Home of the Country’s Finest Hosts; and Rasheeda Sani Ahmed, Founder of ElSheeda Humanitarian Foundation.
The African Icon Awards aims to recognize Africans who have distinguished themselves in various facets of life by contributing to the advancement and development of Africa. The awards celebrate men and women from across the continent who have demonstrated exceptional patriotism, excellence, leadership skills, and talents in areas such as civil governance, the entertainment industry, technology, and other fields of endeavor.
