Lagos State Commissioner Of Culture and Tourism, Toke Benson-Awoyinka was recently recognized as the Public Servant Of The Year at the Person Of The Year recognition awards by popular media brand, WestAfricaOnPoint Media.
During the year under review, she had an impactful tenure which was cemented with the Greater Lagos events that took Lagos by storm & garnered excellent reviews.A testament of a dedicated team and ministry headed by a hardworking leader.
The special recognition award was crafted as a special acknowledgment and celebration of exceptional individuals recognizing their outstanding contributions and honouring their achievements.
Box office Queen & record holder, Funke Akindele was also recognized in the Actor Of The Year category after a phenomenal year marked with groundbreaking achievements.
In the hospitality and nightlife industry, Sir Uyi who is a leading force on the Lagos & Abuja scene was also given due recognition.
He’s responsible for having a magnanimous impact as his spot, VANITI had a tremendous year where he celebrated his first year anniversary in 2024.
Business mogul & one of Nigeria’s most poular young tycoon, Cletus Uzoezie who is the CEO of Zenco communications has also been recognized as expected.
The businessman who owns a conglomerate that also includes Zenco construction & D’General bitters definitely deserved the honour
Stephen Akintayo who can be described as a man of impact was recognized for his strong presence as Most Influential Youth as his year was marked with insightful teachings and steering the youths in the right direction.An honour well deserved and a testament to his teaching prowess which is very important
Guiness world record holders, Fola David (who made headlines with his painting) & Tunde Onakoya with his victory in the world of chess were also recognized as Most Influential Youths.
Culture also played an important role as Farouq Oreagba a.k.a Mr Steeze was also duly recognized after being a viral sensation during the Ojude Oba festival.
Philanthropy wasn’t left out as the man of the people Asherkine who is known for providing remarkable support and putting smiles on people’s faces was recognized and automatically the people’s choice.
The Person Of The Year awards has successfully given honour to whom honour is due and the platform is definitely a welcome development.
