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THISDAY Newspaper celebrated its 30th anniversary yesterday with an impressive awards ceremony at the Convention Centre of Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event recognised individuals and organisations for their resilience, innovation, and outstanding contributions to various fields.
Themed “When the Going Gets Tough…the Tough Gets Rewarded”, the night drew a distinguished audience of serving and former governors, industry leaders, technocrats, policymakers, and entertainers.
A major highlight of the evening was the performance by American music legend Diana Ross, who thrilled the audience with her timeless classics.
Below are some of the notable award recipients:
Young Global Leaders Honoured
Folake Akindele
Ibrahim Bello Mohammed
Olori Atuwatse III
Neya Uzor Kalu
Jennifer Adighije
Shola Akinalade
Temilade “Tems” Openiyi
Nnamdi Ekeh
Khalil Halilu
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji
Abdullahi Bashir Haske
Olugbenga Agboola
Oyinkansola “Ayra Starr” Aderibigbe
Tunde Onakoya
Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong
Titans of the Year
Jim Ovia
Segun Agbaje
Demola Bero
Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede
John Tanimola Obaro
Minister of the Year:
Governors of the Year:
Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos State)
Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori (Delta State)
Uba Sani (Kaduna State)
Umo Eno (Akwa Ibom State)
For the full list of winners, click here.
Swipe to see photos of some of the guests who attended the ceremony.
