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The Lagos State Governor, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) and wife Dame Abimbola Fashola who won the Best Performing Governor of the year and Best First Lady of the year respectively, were among tens of inspiring Nigerians who won awards at the maiden edition of 2014 motivational awards.
Held on August 10, 2014,
though it has come and gone but the euphoria and the memories of the event will
linger for a long time in the memories of people. A beautiful weather complimented
a beautiful environment and the ambiance of Golden Tulip Hotel, Amuwo Odofin,
Lagos, was indeed a great choice for such a glorious award.
The red carpet host Harper Ent. was at his best while popular comedian Seyi Law, who was the host stole the hearts of people and kept them reeling with laughter as he churned entertaining comedies.
Searching out the delectable amiable, focused, determined and passionate amazon called Amb. Chibuzo Patrick (Buzopat), the Chief Executive Officer of Meljenstin Nig. Ltd, President of many brands and the brain behind the award was easy because by their fruits, you shall know them.
The red carpet host Harper Ent. was at his best while popular comedian Seyi Law, who was the host stole the hearts of people and kept them reeling with laughter as he churned entertaining comedies.
Searching out the delectable amiable, focused, determined and passionate amazon called Amb. Chibuzo Patrick (Buzopat), the Chief Executive Officer of Meljenstin Nig. Ltd, President of many brands and the brain behind the award was easy because by their fruits, you shall know them.
Going through her profile
one can't help but wonder where she draws the energy from, indeed it won't be
wrong if we call her "Super Woman".
In her opening speech, she
said that Motivational Awards 2014 was conceived as a follow up to various
empowerment programmes targeted at youths for positive engagement under the
platform of Meljenstin.
“This award aims at giving recognition to individuals, business and academic contribution to the development of Nigeria, despite numerous challenges and distractions,” said the organizer, Patrick.
Buzopat also re-emphasised that the criteria for the awards are merit and service. The primary objective is to promote the Nigeria optimism and celebrate dignity of labour. She summoned it up by saying that she doesn't just mouth radical slogan for popular change, she is for sure living the change she advocates. Her life indeed is true evidence of her words.
The hall went agog when they saw the choice of plaque that was chosen for the award, you will be happy being part of the history.
“This award aims at giving recognition to individuals, business and academic contribution to the development of Nigeria, despite numerous challenges and distractions,” said the organizer, Patrick.
Buzopat also re-emphasised that the criteria for the awards are merit and service. The primary objective is to promote the Nigeria optimism and celebrate dignity of labour. She summoned it up by saying that she doesn't just mouth radical slogan for popular change, she is for sure living the change she advocates. Her life indeed is true evidence of her words.
The hall went agog when they saw the choice of plaque that was chosen for the award, you will be happy being part of the history.
The awards event also saw
Chairman, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area, Comrade Ayodele Adewale, as the
Best Local Government Chairman of the year, other dignitaries and organizations
who won at the maiden awards include "Philly and Molly group(Brand of the
Year), Charvet Nig. Ltd (Most Innovative Drink), Ms . Celine Loader (
Philanthropic Lady of the Year), Chief Ernest Uzokwe (Philanthropic man of the
Year), Ali Baba (Legend of Comedy), Yaw of Wazobia Fm (Best On-Air
Personality), Tiwa Savage(Best Female Music Talent Of The Year), Mr Hakeem
Bello (Passionate and Dedicated Man of the Year) and Sabir Khan (Exemplary
Leader).
Others also include Dr.
Rotimi Oladele, Chellarms Plc, Nigeria Breweries, Chief Bolaji Akimboro, His Excellency
Orji Uzor Kalu and Ramsey Nouah who won in other categories.
Those present at the awards include: Ado Alado of Ado Kingdom, HRH Oba Lateef Olayinka, The Baales of different Kingdoms, Dr. Bath of Challarams, Mr. Gurprit of Campe Drinks and Mr. Arul of Power Horse.
Those present at the awards include: Ado Alado of Ado Kingdom, HRH Oba Lateef Olayinka, The Baales of different Kingdoms, Dr. Bath of Challarams, Mr. Gurprit of Campe Drinks and Mr. Arul of Power Horse.
Comedians and musicians
that performed the event were: Bowjoint, RayG, Ifective of Naija Fm, Korede
Bello of Mavin Records, Papa B, Radical and Real One.
Representatives from Lagos
State, Local Government Area, Metro Taxi company and so on also attended the
awards.
Other guests include: Pastor
Sunday and Team, Chief Nath Igbadi, Mamuzo of Centenary Lottery, Mr. Godfrey Osakwe
(one of the conveners), Ada Dalyn Dike of Daily Newswatch (one of the judges) Barrister
Jide Ologun who said the opening prayer, Barrister Amaka Mbaso, Barrister Iphy
Uzokwe, Henry Mbaso and family, Mrs. Sally Roberts, The Tai-Solarin dancers,
The 2side Models and a host of others.
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