The Glittering Celebration of Excellence: EMY Africa Awards Goes to Lagos, Nigeria

As the 8th Annual EMY Africa Awards approaches, the excitement is reaching fever pitch. In a special build-up event, EMY Africa is organizing an exclusive Soiree in Lagos, Nigeria, in honor of all EMY Africa Awards alumni from the country. Prominent figures across diverse industries have been extended invitations to this prestigious gathering, set to take place on a dazzling evening in Victoria Island on Sunday, 13th August, 2023. In a chat with the founder and executive director of EMY Africa, Mr. Kojo Soboh, he confirmed that the event promises an enchanting ambiance as like-minded individuals converge to celebrate achievements, forge connections, and inspire the next generation of leaders.

Nigeria is known as one of the economic giants in Africa and for its rich talent pool and is home to the continent’s largest entertainment industry. Notable Nigerian figures who have graced the EMY winners’ circle include the visionary Akinwumi Adesina (Man of the Year 2022), Tony Elumelu (Man of the year Africa, 2017), the charismatic Richard Mofe Damajo (RMD) (Continental Icon in Film), the influential Adebola Williams (Young Achiever Africa, 2017), the esteemed Lanre Olusola (Mentorship Award, 2022), the dynamic Seyi Tinubu (Young Achiever Africa, 2020), the media icon Ayo Animashaun (Media Excellence Awards, 2022), the music maestro Micheal Collins Ajereh aka Don Jazzy (Continental Music Icon Award, 2022), the stylish Ebuka Obi-Uchendu (Man of style Award, 2021), and the multi-talented Ayo Makun – AY (African Entertainer of the Award, 2020). These exceptional individuals have left an indelible impact on their industries, representing Nigeria with pride and demonstrating the country’s vibrant talent.

Embracing its reputation as one of West Africa’s most prominent award events, the EMY Africa Awards has elevated countless achievers across local industries, communities, culture, and public service in Africa and beyond, including complementary awards to impactful women challenging the status quo. 

The esteemed list of previous winners reads as who’s who of luminaries: former President of Ghana, John Agyekum Kufuor; renowned speaker, P.L.O Lumumba; Togbe Afede XIV; His Eminence Sheikh Dr Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu; Sir Sam Jonah; Abedi Pele; Azumah Nelson; Meiwey; Boris Kodjoe; Marufatu Abiola Bawuah; Patricia Obo-Nai; Dr. Daniel McKorley; and Ibrahim Mahama, to name but a few.

This year, two Nigerian actors, the charismatic Tobi Bakre and the versatile Chidi Mokeme have secured nominations in the Actor of the Year category. Fans can cast their votes on the EMY Africa Awards website (www.emyafrica.com) or engage with their favorite actors’ post on the official Instagram page (@emyafrica).