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| L-R The Executive Governor of Kano state, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, The Emir of Borgu Emirate, Barrister Muhammad Sani Haliru Dantoro, "Kitoro 1V", and the Convener of Nigeria Media Nite Out Awards, Mr. Sola Olugbemiro |
It was a galaxy of dignitaries and pacesetters of all strata of the
society at the last 11th edition of the ground-breaking Nigeria Media Nite-out
Award.
The event which held last Sunday, 17th September inside the Oranmiyan
Hall of the Airport Hotel, along Obafemi Way, Ikeja Lagos, was a statement in
high-octane preparation blended with camaraderie midst pomp and ceremony.
From the ambience of the exotically-decorated hall to the array of
guests that flooded the event, it was simply a statement of excellence and
candour. Very few organizers can actually flaunt the ability of the NMNA
organizers to satisfy the yearnings and expectations of the important high
society etiquette.
As early as 1.00pm, the serene
area of the Airport Hotel started witnessing the arrival of A-list guests and
entertainment buffs, including the media personalities and dignitaries that
were to be awarded and recognized in different categories. The Red Carpet booth
was a spectacle in itself as guests were randomly rail-roaded into the point to
share their views on the event and their expectations.
The ushers were also another spectacle in their right as they were most
courteous and friendly in their disposition throughout the event. Need we say
here that, even the last year edition, the 10th one, which was even more
symbolic than this one, can never match either in preparations, aesthetics and
the avalanche of dignitaries that culminated in the grandsuccess of the 11th
NMNA, much to the amazement of the guests and organizers.
From the executive governor of Kano State, to the former governor of
Kaduna State, Emirs, traditional rulers, industry giants,media moguls, security
officers, models, entertainers, musicians, and the list is inexhaustible, as an
attempt to itemize them may amount to exaggeration.
But to mention a few, Alhaji Umar Ganduje (OFR), Kano State Governor and
his retinue of Government functionaries; Police Commissioner, (Retired,
FrankOdita, the Guest speaker, who spoke on the title “Role of the Media in
Combating the Menace of Kidnapping & Crime writer of the year: Samson folarin punch· Entertainment
writer of the year: Mutiat Alli (Daily Times)· Editor of the
year: (Soft Sell) Joshua Uloko (City Pride)· Sports writer of the year: Taofeek
Babalola (Sporting Life)· Photo Journalist of the year: Bamgbala Adekola
(Daily Trust)· Business writer
of the year: Kunle Azeez (New Telegraph)· Abdullahi Ganduje Political writer
of the year: John Omoh (Punch)·
Security Challenges in Nigeria, a lecture that was well-delivered to
reflect the mood of the moment, Dr. Bello Matawalle (MON) , Omooba Segun
Adewale, (OSA), Mr. Ephraim Inyang Eyen (Hon.Commissioner for works, Akwa Ibom
State), Mr. Abdul Rasheed, (Head, Corporate Communications, Skye Bank),
Babajide Kolade – Otitoju and his TVC Journalists Hang Out Crew, Ayo Ozugbakun,
Bell Printing Press Team, Hon. Wale Odunlanni (former Ikeja LG Boss), CSP Shehu
Alao, Chief Bright Chimezie, Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan, Sir Shina Peters,
Righteousman, Tunji Disu, Lagos RRS Commander, CSP Dolapo Badmus, (PPRO Zone
2), just to mention a few.
The hall was indeed brimming with the crème de la crème of Nigeria’s
fashion, beauty, tourism, entertainment industry shareholders, politicians,
journalists, papparazzis and what have you, to make the entire venue very
electrifying and classy in all its estimations, while a touch of elegance was
added to the red carpet venue, beautifully embossed with the colour of the
organizers, media sponsors and brand sponsors to make the day a huge success.
The head honcho of the NMNA, Sola Olagbemiro said he is greatly grateful to God
for the immeasurable success and promises a grander outing next year.AWARDEES @
A GLANCE
Best Entertainment Centre of the year: Joseph Ayiayo Odobeatu (O’jez)· Baker of the
year: Miriam Ifechukwu Meli Nwokoro· Most Resourceful Amazon of the year:
Hajia Bola Muse· Female Artiste of the year: Niniola Apata
a.k.a. Niyola· Media Friendly
Seriki of the Year: Alhaji Ahmed Kuraja (Seriki overall Alimosho (CDA)· Music Legend of
the year: Sir Shina Peters· Outstanding Training Organizer of
the year: Dr. Ayodele Ogunsan· Business Entrepreneur of the year:
Chief Bright Chimezie· Award of Excellence for Outstanding
contribution to combating crime in Nigeria: CSP Sheu Alao (DPO Elekoro)· Award of
Excellence for contribution to improving the Quality of Education in Nigeria:
Mr. Wale Odunlami· Outstanding Large Format Printing Company of
the year: Bell Printing Press· Ground Breaking Media Programme of
the year: Journalists Hangout (TVC)· Most Resourceful Corporate Affairs
Manager of the year: Mr. Abdul Rasheed (Head Corporate Communications (Skye
Bank)·
Life time
Achievement Award for Outstanding contribution to security matters in Nigeria:
CP Frank Odita (RTD)· Media Friendly Political Father of the year:
Dr. Sule Lamido (Former Gov. Jigawa State).· His Excellency Dr. (Sir) Mukter
Ramadan Yero (Dallaton Zazzau) (Former Exec. Gov. KAdunna State) Life time
Achievement Award for contribution to development of Kadunna State
(Infrastructure and Peace).· Mr. Ephraim Inyang Eyen Hon. Comm.
For works Akwa Ibom State· HRH Mohammed Sani Halirv Dantoro: Most
Inspiring Monarch of the year· Outstanding Performing Governor of
the year: Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje· Best Radio Station of the year: Bond
FMRECOGNITION AWARD CATEGORIES·
Online News Paper of the year:
Vanguard ngr.com· Blog of the year: Asabeafrika· On–Air
Personality of the year (Radio): Tajudeen Ajani Ojuelegba (Rainbow FM)· On–Air
Personality of the year (TV): Vivian Oguche (Galaxy TV)· Nigerian
Investigative Journalist in Diploma of the year: ?· Aviation writer
of the year: Wole Shadare (Telegraph)· Brand writer of the year: Kayode
Alfred (The Nation)·
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| Kano Governor admiring his award |
I dont know how i missed reading about this event before. well, it looks like event was quite successful and very well organized. Lets see what they will bring next.
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