The Future Awards Africa is partnering with the British Council to host nominees of the 13th edition of the Awards on Wednesday, 12 December, 2018 in Ikoyi, Lagos.

As one of the main activities leading up to the main event on 16 December, 2018, the nominees’ reception presents an opportunity to acknowledge the inspiring young Nigerians making a difference through social enterprise, social good, and creativity.

“We are pleased to be hosting The Future Awards Africa nominees’ reception particularly as our programming and strategy for Sub-Saharan Africa focuses on creating opportunities for young people by connecting them to each other and to knowledge, experiences, and networks in the United Kingdom,” said Ojoma Ochai, Director of Programmes, British Council.

“We congratulate all the nominees and hope we can engage with them and other young people as we continue to work in the arts, education, youth participation, social justice, leadership development, and other areas,” she added.

The Future Awards Africa annually celebrates a new class of innovators, philanthropists, activists, technocrats, and creators promoting the shared values of creativity, social good, and innovation and making an impact in diverse sectors.