Now in its 19th year, the awards ceremony — themed “Threads of Legacy” — celebrated innovation, leadership, and impact across fields such as governance, technology, sports, entrepreneurship, and the creative arts.
The glamorous event, hosted by Nollywood actor Mike Afolarin and media personality Azeezah Hashim, drew an audience of industry leaders, celebrities, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. It was an evening that balanced elegance with a powerful message about purpose, mentorship, and sustainability.
Among the standout winners was Mariam “Taaooma” Apaokagi, who took home the Prize for Content Creation in recognition of her influence in redefining digital comedy and youth culture. In sports, Super Falcons forward Rasheedat Ajibade clinched the Prize for Sports, applauded for her consistency and leadership both on and off the pitch.
Veteran comedian Ali Baba received a rousing ovation as he was presented the Honorary Prize for Service to Young People, acknowledging his decades-long mentorship and his pivotal role in nurturing Nigeria’s creative ecosystem.
The night’s most anticipated moment arrived when Fola David, a medical doctor and visual artist whose work bridges art and social impact, was announced Young Person of the Year — a recognition of his multidisciplinary influence and commitment to using creativity for change.
Other category winners reflected the vibrancy and diversity of Africa’s emerging leaders — individuals whose passion and innovation continue to redefine what it means to be young and African in the 21st century.
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Full list of Winners at the 2025 Future Awards Africa:
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Creativity and Innovation – Taiwo Abisoye Joel (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Photography – Amazing Klef (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Education – John Onuigbo (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Journalism – Madina Dahiru Maishanu (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Content Creation – Mariam Apaokagi (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Health and Wellness – Funmilola Aderemi (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Community Action – Hammed Kayode Alabi (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Arts – Ayobola Kekere-Ekun (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Literature – Adedayo Agarau (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Activism and Advocacy – Solomon Ayodele (Boys Quarters Africa) (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Fashion – Richmond Barnes (Will and Barnes Group) (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Law – Ogenetega Adedipe (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Film – Oluwadamilola Apampa (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Professional Service – Bode Roberts (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Entrepreneurship – Tomike Adeoye (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Technology – Kelvin Umechukwu (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Performing Arts – Big Bimi (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Intrapreneurship – Solomon Ayodele (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for On-Air Personality – Azeezah Hashim (Kenya) (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Agriculture – Adetiloye Aiyeola (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Governance – Daniel Otabor (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Music – Okeowo Oladotun Alani (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Sports – Rasheedat Ajibade (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Acting – Adebowale Adedayo (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Service to Young People (Honorary) – Ali Baba (Winner)
- The Future Awards Africa Prize for Young Person of The Year – Fola David (Winner)
