Nigerian celebrity chef and former Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, philanthropist Prada Uzodinma, and real estate entrepreneur, Bright Shekoni, have been nominated for the Under-30 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) Awards.
Mrs. Mina Obeten, Chairperson of the Awards Committee, stated on Saturday in Abuja that the award would be organized by the CEOs Network Africa.
Obeten emphasized the nominees’ accomplishments while expressing the organization’s constant commitment to encouraging the development of emerging African talents.
She stated that the award’s organizers revealed that Hilda Baci and the others made the nomination list on Friday and that voting will be accessible until December 6.
Obeten said, “As a devoted platform fostering the growth and recognition of exceptional talent, CEOs Network Africa (CNA) invites the public to actively participate in the voting process.
“Nominees, including Prada Uzodinma, Hilda Baci, Bright Shekoni, and others, have been thoughtfully selected for their outstanding contributions as creators and business owners who exemplify unparalleled leadership, innovation, and creativity.”
Obeten, who also emphasized the importance of public participation in the voting process, remarked that the voting period will allow the public adequate time to interact and have their thoughts heard.
“By participating in the voting process, you become an integral part of shaping the narrative of success for these extraordinary individuals.
“We believe in the power of the community to recognize and celebrate the achievements of young business leaders,” she said.
Mr. Abass Oroh, the awards committee co-chair, spoke on behalf of CNA and emphasized the enormous influence the awards have had on the African business scene over the last five years.
Onoh said, “The Under 30 CEOs Awards have served as a beacon, illuminating the remarkable work of businesses and business owners across the continent.
“Seeing the transformative influence these awards have had on the lives of young entrepreneurs has been nothing short of inspiring.
“The success stories that have emerged from past award recipients are a testament to the resilience and innovation inherent in Africa’s youth.
“It is this impact, this tangible result, that fuels our team’s unwavering dedication to organizing this event annually.”
As a result, he urged the public to join the organizers in their mission to promote African brilliance and hard work by voting for businesses and individuals they believe deserve recognition.