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#NigeriasNewTribe: Ahmed Musa, John Obidi, Davido, Adesua Etomi, Maraji make The Future Awards Africa 2018 Nominees list
The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has unveiled the nominees for the 13th edition of African youth awards set to hold on December 16th, 2018 at the Balmoral Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos.
With 20 award categories this year, the Central Working Committee unveiled one hundred (100) nominees which include artistes, Davido and Simi; footballer, Ahmed Musa; actor, Adesua Etomi; new media guru, John Obidi, social media influencer and comedian, Maraji; entrepreneur, Chidi Ajaere, scientist, Dr Mahmoud Maina; Taekwondo expert, Thursdaline Peter and many more – representing a new class of innovators, philanthropists, activists, entertainers, technocrats and creators promoting the shared values of creativity, social good, and innovation while making impact in entertainment, professional service, agriculture, business and sports.
“Inducting these new set of performers into Nigeria’s New Tribe has been nothing short of inspiring as they have dutifully chosen the path of impact to their community, nation and the continent,” said Bukonla Adebakin, Chief Operating Officer of The Future Project. “We are reminded of how important it is to acknowledge the work of young Nigerians who have ignored limitations around them and excelling in their chosen fields.”
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