Tunde Onakoya – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award at MOI Awards 2025
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Tunde Onakoya has redefined what it means to be an entrepreneur by building a social enterprise that transforms lives at the grassroots. As the founder of Chess in Slums Africa, he took an unconventional idea using chess as a tool for education, empowerment, and social mobility and turned it into a thriving movement that has
- Published in Entrepreneur of the Year
Black House Media – Nominated for Creative Agency of The Year at the MOI Awards 2025
Thursday, 04 September 2025
BlackHouse Media, widely recognized as BHM, has redefined the landscape of public relations and creative communications in Nigeria and beyond. Founded by Ayeni Adekunle, the agency has consistently delivered groundbreaking campaigns that merge storytelling, innovation, and strategy to create lasting impact for global and local brands. BHM’s strength lies in its ability to understand the
- Published in Creative Agency of the year
Esther Ambah Numaba – Nominated for Lifetime Achievement in Industry Leadership at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Esther Ambah Numaba is a distinguished leader whose career has been defined by resilience, service, and a lifelong dedication to uplifting others. Over the decades, she has built an inspiring legacy across education, community development, and leadership, earning her recognition as one of the most influential women of her generation. Her journey reflects the values
- Published in Lifetime Achievement in Industry Leadership
Michael Onyeachor – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Michael Onyeachor is the co-founder of Besitz Group, a forward-thinking investment and real estate company that is redefining how Nigerians approach wealth creation and property development. With a clear vision to make premium real estate more accessible, he has helped position Besitz Group as one of the most trusted and innovative players in the industry.
- Published in Young Executive to Watch (Under 40)
Miracle Olatunji – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Miracle Olatunji is the founder of OpportuniMe, a groundbreaking platform that connects young people with life-changing opportunities in education, career development, and entrepreneurship. With a vision to close the gap between potential and access, she built OpportuniMe as a bridge that equips youth with the resources, mentorship, and networks they need to thrive in an
- Published in Young Executive to Watch (Under 40)
Esther Kimani – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Esther Kimani is a Kenyan entrepreneur and agritech innovator whose work is transforming how smallholder farmers protect and maximize their yields. As the co-founder and CEO of Farmer Lifeline Technologies, she has developed groundbreaking, AI-powered pest and crop disease detection tools that give farmers real-time insights and solutions. By combining accessible technology with deep agricultural
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George Imafidon – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
George Imafidon is an award-winning social entrepreneur, engineer, and advocate for equity in technology and sustainability. As the CEO and co-founder of Motivez, a youth-led organization empowering young people from underrepresented communities to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), he has become a powerful voice for opportunity and inclusion. A first-class engineer
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Muyiwa Awoniyi – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Muyiwa Awoniyi is a dynamic entrepreneur, talent manager, and culture shaper who has become one of the most influential figures in Africa’s creative and entertainment industries. Best known as the co-founder of The Plug, a management and lifestyle company, and manager to Grammy-winning artist Tems, he has built a reputation for spotting talent early and
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Oluwatobi Ajayi – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Oluwatobi Ajayi is a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Nord Automobiles Limited, Nigeria’s pioneering indigenous automobile brand. With a mission to make reliable, affordable, and locally manufactured vehicles accessible to Nigerians, he has positioned Nord as a bold symbol of innovation and industrial advancement in Africa’s automotive sector. Before establishing Nord, Oluwatobi built a strong
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Mariam Afolabi – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Mariam Afolabi is a dynamic entrepreneur, lawyer, and creative leader who has carved a niche for herself at the intersection of business, fashion, and philanthropy. As the founder of The Luxury Lifestyle Market (TLLM) and CEO of Ziva Lagos, a contemporary African fashion brand, she has built ventures that celebrate culture while championing excellence and
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Ayobami Akindipe – Nominated for Young Executive to Watch Under 40 at the MOI Awards
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Ayobami Akindipe is a rising force in Africa’s real estate and investment space, known for his sharp business acumen and visionary approach to wealth creation. As the Founder and CEO of Ace Real Estate Development Ltd, he has built one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing property development companies, redefining how young people engage with real estate as
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Dr. Elikem Tamaklo – Nominated for Entrepreneur of The Year
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Dr. Elikem Tamaklo, Managing Director of Nyaho Medical Centre in Ghana, is redefining healthcare delivery in West Africa through visionary leadership and innovation. A trained medical doctor turned health entrepreneur, he has transformed Nyaho from a respected family-owned clinic into one of the region’s most advanced, patient-centered healthcare institutions. Since assuming leadership, Dr. Tamaklo has
- Published in Entrepreneur of the Year
Mitchelle Elegbe – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Mitchell Elegbe, founder and Group Managing Director of Interswitch, is a trailblazer whose vision transformed the way Nigerians interact with money. Long before digital payments became mainstream, Elegbe recognized the inefficiencies in cash-based systems and set out to create a platform that would make financial transactions seamless, secure, and accessible. His brainchild, Interswitch, has since
- Published in Entrepreneur of the Year
Foued Khalfaoui – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the MOI Awards
Saturday, 30 August 2025
When Foued Khalfaoui launched Aqwa Studies in 2023, he wasn’t chasing hype or headlines. He was responding to a global gap. From his early days speaking with overlooked researchers and frustrated policymakers, Khalfaoui saw a pattern – brilliant minds sidelined, and organisations forced to operate in silos. That tension became his mission. What began as
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Elozonam – Nominated for Content Creator of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Elozonam Ogbolu, popularly known as Elozonam, has carved a unique space for himself in Nigeria’s ever-evolving digital entertainment landscape. With his sharp wit, creativity, and impeccable storytelling skills, Elozonam has consistently transformed ordinary ideas into viral, relatable, and visually compelling content. His mastery of skits, parodies, and social commentary has not only entertained millions but
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Omo Oba – Nominated for Content Creator of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Omo Oba has quickly become one of Nigeria’s most vibrant and relatable voices in the digital content space. Known for her bold personality, witty delivery, and entertaining storytelling, she has built a loyal community that connects with her authenticity and humor. Her ability to turn everyday experiences into engaging content has made her a standout
- Published in Content Creator of the year
Layi wasabi – Nominated for Content Creator of the Year at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Layi Wasabi has become a household name in Nigerian digital comedy with his sharp wit, satirical storytelling, and unique ability to weave humor into social commentary. Known for his signature skits where he embodies eccentric yet relatable characters, most notably the strict, intellectual lawyer Layi has carved out a niche that blends comedy with intellect,
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Olugbenga Agboola – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Olugbenga Agboola, fondly known as GB, has become one of the most influential figures in Africa’s tech and fintech space. As the Co-founder and CEO of Flutterwave, he has built a payment infrastructure that powers businesses of all sizes from small merchants in Lagos to global giants expanding into Africa. What makes GB stand out
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Oluwatosin Olaseinde – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Oluwatosin Olaseinde is redefining what financial literacy means for Africans. As the founder of Money Africa and Ladda, she has built platforms that empower individuals to take control of their finances teaching everything from saving and investing to wealth-building in practical, relatable ways. Her journey started with a simple but powerful mission: to bridge the
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Shola Akinlade – Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Thursday, 28 August 2025
Shola Akinlade, co-founder of Paystack, has become one of the most influential names in Africa’s tech ecosystem. What began as a bold idea to simplify online payments in Nigeria has grown into a company that powers thousands of businesses across the continent. His vision was simple yet powerful: to make it easy for anyone to
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