TFAAi Unveils Nominees Across Rivers, Abia, Oyo and Kano States
The Future Awards Africa Independent (TFAAi), the state-based platform of The Future Awards Africa dedicated to recognising and celebrating excellence at the grassroots, is proud to announce the nominees for its inaugural state awards across Rivers, Abia, Oyo, and Kano States.
The nominees represent an outstanding group of young leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives, and changemakers whose work is making a measurable impact across entrepreneurship, technology, governance, education, social impact, the creative industry, community development, and other sectors. Through their ideas, leadership, and commitment to service, they are helping to build stronger communities while inspiring others to create meaningful change.
The inaugural TFAAi marks an important milestone in The Future Awards Africa’s commitment to taking the celebration of excellence closer to home. By recognising young people where their impact begins, TFAAi aims to amplify local stories of innovation, leadership, and service while creating opportunities for visibility, collaboration, and growth across Nigeria.
Speaking on this year’s nominees, Ayodeji Razaq, Executive Director of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), said, “This year’s nominees reflect the diversity and resilience of young Nigerians who are solving problems, creating opportunities, and driving transformation within their respective states. Their work embodies the vision of TFAAi to celebrate those whose contributions are shaping stronger communities and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. We are honoured to spotlight their stories, preserve their contributions as part of Africa’s collective memory, and excited for the mark they will leave on generations to come.”
The nominees are:
Rivers State
Professional Service
The nominees are:
- Casper Okpara
- Ichella Dike Christian
- Ujong Okpa
- Fenibo Fubara
- Nwamaka Igboanusi
Technology
The nominees are:
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- Chukwuebuka Ezirim Kingdom
- Gloria Ojukwu
- Kelvin Omereshone
- Eni Queen
Arts
The nominees are:
- Ibim Cookey
- Sophia Chioma
- Jackson Fubara
- Davies Ben
- Chibuzor Dike
Entrepreneurship
The nominees are:
- Beauty Ajayi
- Nonso Iwuh
- Victor Ogoloma
- Amadi Harry Excellent
Community Action
The nominees are:
- Favour Abatang
- Ebenezar Wikina
- Hon. Victory George
- Adaolisa (Princess) Udekwe
- Obinna Anakwu
Law
The nominees are:
- Omodolapo Alu
- Timothy Clement
- Jimrex Uzoma
- Precious Umoroye Abi
- Smart Okpara
Energy and Sustainability
The nominees are:
- Chijioke Bright Njoku
- Christabel Ibinabo Altraide
- Ichella Dike Christian
- Edheba Jerry Efemena
- Bright Lemchi Linus
Fashion
The nominees are:
- Winns Couture
- Ruzzy Couture
- Chindinma Ibeh (Happy Stitches)
- Enahoro Okupa
- Johnson Johnson
On Air Personality
The nominees are:
- Iso Ijah
- Daphne Mbah
- Kelly Ikemenjima
- Lerabari Deeyor
- Landlady (Rajini Amakiri)
Content Creation
The nominees are:
- Destiny Orji Entertainment
- Esther Samuel
- Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu (Sabinus)
- Dr Daniella Ntuen
- Dlanor Jay
Abia State
Entertainment
The nominees are:
- Emmanuel Uchechukwu Onyekwere
- Herbert Chimaobi
- Michael Saviour
- Akams Bu Afam
- Da Era
Entrepreneurship
The nominees are:
- Chiemela Anosike
- Juliet Adaeze
- Bentley Chukwuemeka
- George Uteh
- Queen-Elizabeth Ozioma Akaehielam
Technology and Innovation
The nominees are:
- Justina Nwokedi
- Chiemela Ebere
- Martins Okechukwu
- Elizabeth Chibuzor
- Chiemela Anosike
Fashion
The nominees are:
- Victoria Christian
- Abasifreke Udo Ekong
- Precious Christian
- Emmanuel Ukaegbu
- Success Dirichi
Creative Excellence
The nominees are:
- Klasikal Chinedu Okoro
- Kelex Ofoedu
- Stella Anicho
- Nuel Geoffrey
- Ugochukwu Nwinya
Social Impact
The nominees are:
- Samfrank Abarikwu
- Somtoo Obidike
- Markfred Akachukwu
- Alozie Godswill
- Obinna Nwagbara
Emerging Leader (Under 25)
The nominees are:
- Thankgod Maduka Kalu
- Grace John Nkpa
- Paul fruitful
Agripreneur
The nominees are:
- Enyinnaya Deborah
- Chibuzor Sandra
- Providence Obasi
- Iruke Ruth Amarachi
- Uchenna (Wisdom) Umoke
Public Service
The nominees are:
- Elizabeth Chijioke
- Alozie Godswill
- Dr. Oluebube Chukwu
- Ugwumba Chika Ishionwu
- Chinedu Michael Nwosu
Youth Advocacy
The nominees are:
- Daberechi Ekejiuba
- Markfred Akachukwu
- Prince Elkanah
- Innocent Kalu
- Emmanuel Chris
Oyo State
Arts
The nominees are:
- Eyitayo Alagbe
- Dunmade Ayegbayo
- Ademidun Ogundele
- Araireoluwa Oladire
- Timothy Olaniyi
Literature
The nominees are
- Oluwabukola Atanda Abdulrafiu
- Rasaq Malik Gbolahan
- Oladosu Michael Emerald
- Makinde Olubusayo Aderonke
Education
The nominees are:
- Omotoyosi Odufuye
- Opeyemi Oluwagbemiga
- Temidayo Adefioye
- Victoria Bamisaye
- Obafela Richard-killa
Public Service
The nominees are:
- Jesugbemi Olaniyan
- Yinka Wilson Olowokere
- Taiwo Deborah Olayinka
- Firdausy Tanko
- Oluwafemi Olatunbosun
Health and Wellness
The nominees are:
- Kashif Bolarinwa
- Abolaji John Kalejaiye
- Noble Allen
- Ruth Oladele
- Chidinma Peace Okoro
Agriculture
The nominees are:
- Toyosi Olatoye
- Akinola Olaoluwaposi
- Esther Feyisetan
- Opeyemi Adebisi
- Israel Oyeyemi
Technology
The nominees are:
- Tope James Moses
- Funto Adesola
- Qudus Oyedeji
- Nathaniel Ike
- Ebunoluwa Arimoro
Creative Excellence
The nominees are:
- Ayo Adams
- Adeshina Zainab
- Julia Anthony
- Raji Ifedolapo Akinwale
Fashion
The nominees are:
- Timilehin Fagbemi
- Elizabeth Adebayo
- Akinkuolie Damilare Elijah
- Olivia Umeh
- Ayodeji Oludele
Film
The nominees are:
- Kehinde Samuel Njoku
- Oladipo O’Fresh
- Oluwatomisin Alfred Soyode
- Olayinka Balogun
Kano State
Agriculture
The nominees are:
- Dr. Zainab Lawal Gwadabe
- Bintu Nakudu
- Aisha Rabiu
- Chef Halima Zawiya
Entrepreneurship
The nominees are:
- Khairat Muhammad Ibrahim
- Aysha Umar Tofa
- Muhammad Atiku Kassim
- Nafiu Bala Rabiu
- Khalil Suleiman Halilu
Education
The nominees are:
- Ameerah Muhammad Ashir
- Innocent Waziri
- Khalifa Dankadai
- Sa’adat Aliyu
- Blessing Onyeneme
Governance
The nominees are:
- Yusuf Ibrahim Sharada
- Dahir M Hashim
- Ibrahim Adam
- Yusuf Oyoyo
- Hon. Abduljabbar Muhammad Umar
Journalism
The nominees are:
- Ismail Auwal
- Umar Isah Dandago
- Abubakar Haruna galadanchi
- Lukman Abdulmalik
Community Action
The nominees are:
- Salamatu Sulaiman M.
- Nazirah Muhammad
- Abdulsalam Muhammad Abubakar
- Maryam Abbas Abdulkadir
- Hamza Aminu Fagge
Technology
The nominees are
- Khalifa Aminu
- Aisha Baffa
- Safiyya Muhammad Daba
- Muhsin Sani
- Zainab Abdulfatah Abdulfatah
Arts
The nominees are:
- Hidaya Mahmud Muhammad
- Khaleed Aminu
- Nasiba Babale
- Zainab Shu’aibu Zakari
- Qalbsaleem Muhammad
Acting
The nominees are:
- Amal Umar
- Aisha Najamu
- Muhammed Usman
- Shu’aibu Ahmed Abbas
- Garzali Miko
Public Service
The nominees are:
- Maryam Lawan Gwadabe
- Ashraf Aminu Maisikeli
- Hafsat Adhama
- Baliqis Bala
- Zainab Nasir Ahmad
The Future Awards Africa Independent congratulates all nominees on this well-deserved recognition and looks forward to celebrating their achievements during the inaugural TFAAi state awards. Their stories reflect the innovation, resilience, and leadership that continue to shape stronger communities across Nigeria, and we celebrate the impact they are making today while looking forward to the even greater milestones they will achieve in the future.