The Hero Magazine International Award held her 2023 award ceremony yesterday October 8, at Dejavu International hotel Alagbaka, Akure as the event was filled with exceptional glitz and glamour that thrilled attendees and awardees. The dignitary-studded event kicked off with a glamorous pre-award that featured a captivating red carpet and subsequently an exhilarating award ceremony.
The memorable event, where icons of different walks of life were recognised for their influence and remarkable achievements across various award categories, had Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN as the special guest of honour.The Governor, who was represented by the State Commissioner for Regional Integration and Diaspora Relations, Prince Adeboboye Ologbese, commended the organizers and congratulated all the awardees for the honour bestowed on them.
The awardees are; Wale Akinterinwa as Ondo State Man of the Year; Dr. Olumuyiwa Adu as Ondo State Personality of the Year; Prof, Adesegun Fatusi as Ondo state Pillar Of Education Man Of The Year; Hon. Bamidele Ologunloluwa as Ondo State Youth Capacity Developer Of The Year; Chief Akindele Omole as Ondo State Community Development influencer of the year 2023; Otunba Charles Alabaalabi (Allibay) as Ondo State Entrepreneur Of The Year; Mr Oluwafemi Ayejusunle as Ondo state young Icon of the year
Other awardees are; Omosebi Olubuyimo as Ondo State Outstanding Philanthropist Of The Year; Hon. Gbenga Eleduma Abiodun :Ondo State Outstanding Human Resource Developer Of The Year; Otunba Adeniran Oyebade, PHD as Ondo State Outstanding Diaspora Ambassador Of The Year; DEJAVU HOTEL AND SUlTES as Ondo State Outstanding Hotel Of The Year; Mr Oluyemi Fasipe as Ondo State Youth Ambassador Of The Year; Nenuwa Akindele (CCAN) as Ondo State Young Philanthropist Of The Year; Mr Oluwasegun David as Ondo State Community Development Influencer Of The Year 2023; Mr. Ilesanmi Ade-adamole Brainbox as Ondo State Outstanding Young Achiever Of The Year; Evangelist Elisha O. Olorunda as Ondo State Outstanding Young Spiritual Influencer Of The Year
Speaking after the successful outing, the CEO of Hero Magazine and the organizer of the award, Dr. Sunday Akinbiola said “We had the privilege of hosting exceptional individuals who have not only made significant contributions to their respective fields but also to Ondo State, Nigeria and the global society. Their unwavering dedication, tireless efforts and exceptional abilities have had a profound impact worldwide, inspiring countless individuals and organisations.”
He averred that the recognition bestowed upon the awardees was a testament to their passion, determination and commitment to excellence.
