Pascal Ferdinand – Nominated for Citizen of the Year Award at the MOI Awards
Friday, 12 September 2025
Pascal Ferdinand is a visionary creative and social advocate whose work blends media, entrepreneurship, and activism. Best known as the driving force behind We Are Not Thugs (WANT), Pascal has championed a bold message of hope and dignity for young Nigerians, challenging negative stereotypes and advocating for opportunities that uplift rather than marginalize. Through this
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Aisha Yesufu- Nominated For Citizen of the Year At MOI 2025
Friday, 05 September 2025
Aisha Yesufu is a renowned Nigerian activist, entrepreneur, and public speaker who has become one of the most prominent voices in the fight for justice, accountability, and democratic rights in Nigeria. Born on December 12, 1973, in Kano State to parents of Edo origin, Aisha grew up in a conservative environment where opportunities for women
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VeryDarkMan- Nominated For Citizen Of The Year At MOI 2025
Thursday, 04 September 2025
Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan or VDM, is a Nigerian activist, social commentator, and digital influencer whose fearless advocacy has positioned him as one of the most outspoken voices of his generation. Born in Kaduna State, and originally from Edo State, he grew up with an early awareness of social inequality and systemic
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Randy Peters – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Randy Peters has become a refreshing voice of change, using creativity and innovation to inspire young Nigerians to reimagine what is possible. Known for blending activism with art and digital storytelling, Randy has carved a unique path that connects social impact with culture. This year, he championed projects that gave young people a platform to
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David Hundeyin – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
David Hundeyin is an investigative journalist and writer whose fearless pursuit of truth has reshaped the media landscape in Nigeria and beyond. Known for his uncompromising reporting on governance, corruption, and human rights abuses, Hundeyin has built a reputation as one of Africa’s most influential independent voices. His work continued to push boundaries, uncovering stories
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Boniface Mwangi – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Boniface Mwangi is a fearless Kenyan activist, photojournalist, and social justice advocate who has spent much of his life challenging corruption, inequality, and abuse of power across Africa. Renowned for his bold civic campaigns and groundbreaking photojournalism, Mwangi has consistently used his voice and lens to amplify the struggles of marginalized communities. This year, he
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Deji Adeyanju – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Deji Adeyanju is a prominent human rights activist and social commentator whose voice has consistently amplified the struggles of ordinary Nigerians. Known for his fearless advocacy on governance, security, and justice, Adeyanju has become a fixture in national debates, often challenging authorities to prioritize accountability and people-centered policies. This year, his work extended beyond online
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Nnena Oti – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Professor Nnena Oti is an academic and electoral reform advocate who gained national recognition for her unwavering integrity during Nigeria’s 2023 general elections. As the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), she was appointed to oversee electoral duties, and her firm stance on fairness and transparency quickly earned public admiration. Beyond
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Omoyele Sowore – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Omoyele Sowore is a Nigerian human rights activist, journalist, and political leader whose fearless advocacy has made him one of the most outspoken voices for democracy and social justice in the country. As the founder of Sahara Reporters, Sowore disrupted Nigeria’s media landscape by creating a platform that exposed corruption, demanded transparency, and gave citizens
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Rebecca Enonchong – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Rebecca Enonchong is a renowned Cameroonian tech entrepreneur and advocate, celebrated for her commitment to using technology as a tool for economic and social transformation in Africa. As the founder and CEO of AppsTech, she has become one of the continent’s most influential voices in technology and entrepreneurship. Enonchong continued to amplify African innovation by
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Maliha M. Khan – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Maliha M. Khan is a global development leader whose career has been dedicated to advancing gender equality, social justice, and community-driven change. With decades of experience across international organizations, she has consistently championed programs that amplify the voices of women and marginalized groups, ensuring they are at the center of decision-making. Khan strengthened her impact
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Thelma Okoro – Nominated for Citizen of The Year at MOI Award 2025
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Thelma Okoro is a dynamic social entrepreneur and advocate whose work has consistently centered on empowering underserved communities in Nigeria. Through her initiatives, she has focused on education, skills development, and creating opportunities for young people to thrive in spaces where hope often feels distant. Okoro intensified her efforts by launching community-driven programs that provided
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is one of Nigeria’s most influential cultural voices, a novelist, essayist, and public intellectual whose words continue to shape global conversations on identity, gender, and justice. Through works like Half of a Yellow Sun and We Should All Be Feminists, she has not only elevated Nigerian literature to the world stage but
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Juliana Rotich – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Juliana Rotich is a celebrated technologist, social entrepreneur, and community builder whose work has transformed how Africans harness technology for social good. Best known as the co-founder of Ushahidi the pioneering platform that used crowd-mapping to track crises and emergencies, Rotich has proven that innovation can save lives and empower entire communities. Beyond Ushahidi, Juliana
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Eric Gugua – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Eric Guaga has steadily built a reputation as a voice for the voiceless, dedicating his platform to issues that matter most at the grassroots level. With a bold and unapologetic approach, he has called attention to governance failures, social injustices, and the struggles of everyday Nigerians, ensuring that important conversations are never swept aside. Eric
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Asherkine – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Asherkine has risen as one of Nigeria’s most influential digital creators, using humor, storytelling, and raw authenticity to spark important conversations among young people. More than just an entertainer, he has built a platform that blends creativity with social awareness, ensuring that his content does more than just entertain it educates and uplifts. This year,
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Aproko Doctor – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Thursday, 21 August 2025
Aproko Doctor (Dr. Chinonso Egemba) has become one of Nigeria’s most trusted voices in health advocacy, using digital platforms to break down complex medical issues into simple, life-saving knowledge. With a style that is both engaging and relatable, he has made healthcare awareness accessible to millions of Nigerians who might otherwise struggle to get reliable
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Tony Rapu – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Dr. Tony Rapu is a medical doctor, pastor, and social reformer whose life’s work has been devoted to transforming some of Nigeria’s most marginalized communities. Known for his compassion and hands-on approach, he has spent decades working with drug addicts, sex workers, and street youths, providing not only rehabilitation but also dignity and a path
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King Mitchy – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
King Mitchy has emerged as one of Nigeria’s most relatable online voices, using her platform to speak boldly about social issues, relationships, and the struggles of everyday Nigerians. With her candid storytelling and unapologetic personality, she has built a strong following that sees her not just as an entertainer, but as an advocate for authenticity
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Tunde Onakoya – Nominated for Citizen of The Year
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Tunde Onakoya is a Nigerian chess master, coach, and social innovator whose work has transformed the game of chess into a tool for education and empowerment. As the founder of Chess in Slums Africa, he has dedicated himself to using the board game as a platform to equip underprivileged children with critical thinking skills, discipline,
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