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105 Young Nigerians Battle for The Future Awards Africa
By Dipo Olowookere
A total of 105 Nigerians between the ages of 18 to 31 have been shortlisted for The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), which enters its 12th edition this year.
Slated for Saturday, December 9, 2017, the prestigious ceremony with the theme ‘Nigeria’s New Tribe,’ is aimed to celebrate and accelerate innovation among young Nigerians.
TFAA acknowledges inspiring young people making a difference through social enterprise, social good, and creativity.
The Central Working Committee of the Awards selected five exceptional individuals for each of the 21 categories in contention this year in a broadcast aired on Channels TV, ONTV, Spice TV and Hip TV.
Selected from diverse backgrounds and affiliations, the nominees are set apart by their exceptional talent, commitment to hardwork and uncommon drive to impact the society and rewrite the African narrative.
“Emerging from an economic recession, Nigeria is currently at a defining moment. Through the actions and motivations of these nominees, we believe that our country is positioned for a better future – a Nigeria that will not be limited by tribe or religion but united by its immense possibilities,” said Bukunyi Olateru-Olagbegi, Chairman, Central Working Committee, TFAA.
Below are the nominees:
CATEGORY 1: FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR ACTING
Samuel Ajibola (30)
Sambasa Nzeribe (29)
Bidemi Kosoko (29)
Akah Nnani (29)
Ini Idima Okojie (27)
CATEGORY 2: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR FASHION AND DESIGN
Joseph O. Ike and Ola Akindehinde (JZO Fashion) (31/26)
Bisola ‘Ladybiba’ Adeniyi (25)
Paolo Sisiano (29)
Muktar Onifade (26)
Olivia & Sylvia ‘Gozel Green’ Enekwe (31)
CATEGORY 3: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR BEAUTY
Grace Chinonso Okoli (24)
Ifeyinwa Ojekwe
Jennifer Uloko (27)
Adetola Anita ‘Brows’ Adetoye (28)
Vanessa Onwughalu (27)
CATEGORY 4: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR MUSIC
Adekunle ‘Gold’ Kosoko (30)
David ‘Davido’ Adeleke (25)
Anidugbe ’Kiss Daniel’ Daniel (23)
Austin Miles ‘Teckno’ Kelechi (24)
Simisola ‘Simi’ Ogunleye (29)
CATEGORY 5: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Mohammed Sani Sani Madugu (22)
Ibijoke faborode (27)
O’tega Ogra (30)
Fiyin Williams (29)
Olamide Bada (29)
CATEGORY 6: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR BUSINESS
Osemwengie Victor Odion (30)
Nnamdi Stan – Ekeh (24)
Toyin Onigbanjo (29)
Bisola Borha (31)
Ubi Franklin (31)
CATEGORY 7: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE IN SPORTS
Asisat Oshoala (23)
Anthony Joshua (28)
Akhator Evelyn (22)
Alexandra Chuka Iwobi (21)
Victor Moses (26)
CATEGORY 8: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR EDUCATION; ENDOWED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX
Mukhtar Dan-mallam (29)
Samson Abioye (late)/ Oluyemi Oluwaseun Imole / Akanji Abayomi Gideon (26/29/23)
Olaseni Cole (30)
Wole Adedoyin (31)
Claudine Adeyemi (28)
CATEGORY 9: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR TECHNOLOGY
Chris Kwekowe (24)
Tobi Ayeni (27)
Adebolu Ibukun (27)
Damilola Jegede (32)
Henry Obinugwu (28)
CATEGORY 10: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR NEW MEDIA
Richard ‘Nasty Boy’ Akuson (23)
Femi ‘Kraks’ Bakre (24)
Ademola ‘Expoze’ Adetona (29)
Delphine Okobah (29)
Dolapo ‘LowlaDee’ Adeleke (27)
CATEGORY 11: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR MEDIA ENTERPRISE
Timilehin Bello (25)
Oluwagbeminiyi Osidipe (31)
Tiwalola ‘TJ Dotts’ Olanubi (28)
Ijeoma Ndekwu (28)
Rick Nwanso (27)
CATEGORY 12: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE IN PUBLIC SERVICE
Adetola Onayemi (26)
Olufemi Olukayode ‘F. Shaw’ Adeyemi (32)
Joseph Ike (31)
Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi (30)
Dada Olabisi Mary (29)
CATEGORY 13: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR ART & CULTURE
Nadine Ibrahim (23)
Tunde Alara (27)
Ayobami Adebayo (29)
Fola David (24)
Modupeola Fadugba (32)
CATEGORY 14: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR COMEDY
Otolorin Kehinde ‘Kenny Blaq’ Peter (25)
Victor Ebiye (24)
Olu ‘SLKomedy’ Salako (27)
Gloria ‘Maraji’ Oloruntobi (20)
Ereme ‘Twyse’ Abraham (26)
CATEGORY 15: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR ADVOCACY
Imrana Alhaji Buba (24)
Victor Ugo (27)
Ayodeji Osowobi (27)
Mary Yakubu (23)
Hauwa Ojeifo (25)
CATEGORY 16: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR AGRICULTURE
Adetola Adeleke (31)
Sipasi Olalekan (30)
Nasir Yammama (27)
Kafilat Adedeji (29)
Okorode Christian (25)
CATEGORY 17: THE EDWIN GEORGE PRIZE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Kadara Enyeasi (23)
Tolani Alli (25)
Omoregie Osakpolor (27)
Yagazie Eguare (30)
Lakin Ogunbanwo (30)
CATEGORY 18: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR JOURNALISM
Nelly Ating (28)
Ayodeji Rotinwa (27)
Eromo Egbejule (27)
Mayowa Tijani (29)
Oladeinde Olawoyin (29)
CATEGORY 19: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR ON AIR PERSONALITY (VISUAL)
Harry Itie (29)
Nancy Isime (25)
Olive Emodi (28)
Adesewa Josh (32)
Idia Aisen (26)
CATEGORY 20: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR ON AIR PERSONALITY (AUDIO)
Irabor Okosun (29)
Ayeni Adu (31)
Tisan Jeremiah Bako (31)
Rosemary Ajuka (27)
Toyin Eleniyan (31)
CATEGORY 21: THE FUTURE AWARDS AFRICA PRIZE FOR YOUNG PERSON OF THE YEAR
Mary ‘Remmy’ Njoku (32)
Iyin Aboyeji (26)
Ayodeji ‘Wizkid’ Balogun (27)
Silas Adekunle (25)
Amaka Osakwe (30)
Showbiz
Nigerian Actor Adesina Okiki Janmole Dies in Fatal Auto Crash
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A fatal auto crash has claimed the life of a Nigerian actor, Mr Adesina Okiki, otherwise known as Janmole.
The death of the thespian was confirmed on Tuesday by the president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), Mr Abolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin.
In a post on his Facebook page today, the comic actor said, “May the soul of our departed colleague, Adesina Okiki Janmole, who tragically lost his life in an accident, rest in perfect peace.
“May God grant his family, friends, and colleagues the strength and comfort to bear this irreparable loss. He will be greatly missed. Amen.”
The demise of this comedian and filmmaker comes a few weeks after the Nigerian film industry lost Alexx Ekubo to cancer.
During his lifetime, Janmole, who died in a road accident on Monday, acted in several movies. He was known for his humour, screen presence and contributions to the Yoruba movie industry.
About four years ago, he survived a fire incident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, an experience many believed he had narrowly escaped.
Showbiz
Africa Magic to Air BBNaija Season 10 Reunion June 8
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
Lovers of the popular Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality television show will have the opportunity to watch the BBNaija Season 10 Reunion Show.
The programme, to be hosted by media personality, Mr Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, will premiere on Monday, 8 June 2026, at 10 pm WAT on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv Channel 151 | GOtv Channel 8) and Africa Magic Family (DStv Channel 154 | GOtv Channel 7), with each episode available on the DStv Stream and GOtv Stream apps the following day.
The reunion show will feature all 29 housemates. Fans can follow all reunion updates using the hashtag #BBNaijaReunion across social media platforms and Africa Magic for exclusive clips and behind-the-scenes content.
On October 5, 2025, the BBNaija Season 10 came to an end, with Opeyemi Ayanwale, popularly known as Imisi, emerging champion with 42.84 per cent of the public votes.
The 23-year-old fashion designer and actress from Oyo State walked away with a grand prize of N150 million, including N80 million in cash and a brand-new Innoson SUV.
The reunion is expected to address several unresolved storylines from the season, including the disqualification of housemate Faith in the final week following a physical altercation with Sultana. The season also produced some of its most viral moments in years, including a spoon-related standoff that dominated X for days and a series of romantic entanglements that split fan bases across the continent.
Season 10 was considered one of the most exciting editions of the show to date, introducing the Bag of Big Twists, a red telephone delivering random instructions from Biggie, a restructured Head of House challenge and an Influential Player of the Week feature.
With plans for a new season already in motion, the BBNaija 10 over 10 reunion show is set to officially close conflicts, encourage clarifications and allow the housemates to lay it all bare to the viewers and themselves one last time.
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MasterChef Nigeria: Undercooked Steak Seals Preye’s Fate
The heat in the MasterChef Nigeria kitchen never lets up, and this week the remaining home cooks were served a double helping of pressure with a Blind Taste Test followed by their very first Mystery Box Challenge.
Following Demilade’s dramatic exit the previous week, seven hopefuls returned to the kitchen knowing that any mistake could leave their MasterChef dreams overcooked.
The first challenge on the menu was a Blind Taste Test, where the contestants had to identify a variety of fruits and vegetables using only their palates. It was a particularly nerve-racking challenge for David, who admitted he doesn’t always trust his taste buds. However, he rose to the occasion, joining Loye and Favy in correctly identifying the ingredients and securing a coveted spot on the gantry.
That left Preye, Derry, Fads and Isabella fighting to keep their aprons in the competition.
The home cooks then had to face their first-ever Mystery Box Challenge, where creativity, execution and composure were all put to the test. When the judges tasted their way through the dishes, Isabella and Preye found themselves at the bottom of the pack.
Ultimately, it was Preye’s Roasted Sirloin with Butternut Squash that failed to hit the mark, bringing his MasterChef Nigeria journey to an end.
Derry proved once again why she has earned the nickname “Daring Derry.” Unfazed by the Mystery Box Challenge, she served up a dish that impressed the judges from presentation to palate. Her thoughtful plating, technical execution and well-balanced flavours earned her the coveted Dish of the Day title.
Meanwhile, Fads – affectionately known as the “Cat Woman” for her remarkable ability to land on her feet – continued her fight in the competition. Her Plantain Tacos showcased ingenuity and secured her safety from the bottom two. While the judges appreciated the effort, Chef Eros reminded her that the competition is entering a critical stage, saying: “This is the MasterChef kitchen and I expect MasterChef results.”
At first glance, Preye appeared to have delivered a winning plate. The judges praised the presentation, with the dish drawing comparisons to something one might find in a charming French bistro.
However, in the MasterChef Nigeria kitchen, appearances only get you so far.
The mood quickly shifted when Chef Eros cut into the sirloin steak. Sensing trouble, he quietly removed his glasses before revealing the verdict: the steak was undercooked.
It proved to be a costly mistake. In the MasterChef kitchen, there are few offences more serious than serving food that is raw or burnt. Despite the promise shown in the dish, the undercooked steak ultimately sealed Preye’s fate and brought his MasterChef Nigeria journey to an end.
With the stakes rising and the margins between success and elimination becoming ever smaller, the remaining home cooks know that every plate must now be worthy of the MasterChef title.
The show airs weekly on Sundays at 7 pm on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family, with rebroadcasts on Wednesdays at 6 pm on Africa Magic Showcase and Thursdays at 12 pm on Africa Magic Family.
Next week, the MasterChef Nigeria kitchen welcomes special guest judge Chef Tosan for a challenge that is guaranteed to test the home cooks in a whole new way.
With baking on the menu, confidence quickly gives way to nerves as the remaining contestants face one of the most feared disciplines in the culinary world. Unlike cooking, where intuition can often save the day, baking demands precision, patience and flawless execution.
As temperatures rise and tensions simmer, the home cooks must prove they can handle the pressure and deliver bakes worthy of the MasterChef title. Who will rise to the occasion, and whose hopes will crumble under the weight of the challenge?
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