The third edition of the Global Affairs Magazine Awards (GAMA) is to hold on Saturday Nov. 23, at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Regina Robinson, Convener of GAMA and Chief Executive Officer of Global Affairs Magazine, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, in Lagos.
Robinson said that the award ceremony was meant to celebrate and honour outstanding A-list changemakers who have made significant contributions across various sectors.
She revealed the theme for the ceremony as “Global Impact Awards” as it promised to be an evening brimming with inspiration, celebration and unforgettable moments.
“GAMA is a platform that promotes, rewards and celebrates human excellence in the care of mankind.
“This is the third edition, and the event has become a much-awaited fixture in the media and social calendar as it brings together the creme-de-la-creme of global society from all works of life.
“This is indeed another opportunity to remind the world that it is possible to get it right if you determine to do it.
“As we celebrate this milestone and indeed set the excellent benchmark, we are hosting all our awardees with groundbreaking records of humanitarian activities to top media recognition and ceremony.
“We have dedicated immense effort and passion into making this year’s edition of GAMA a truly grand celebration of the remarkable achievements of our impressive nominees and the feedback has been overwhelming.
“The profound significance these awards hold for awardees will go a long way to let the world know that you begin to succeed with your life when the wellbeing of others matters to you,’ she said.
According to Robinson, the Lagos State Governor would serve as the chief host of the event as Dr Segun Musa, former Lagos State gubernatorial candidate would be the Chairman of the occasion.
She said the renowned international Flautist, Dr Omatshola Iseli, popularly known as “Tee Mac” would be the Chairman of the Award Screening Committee.
“Highlights of the event include the unveiling of Global Affairs Magazine Foundation (GAMF) official theme song ‘The World is Watching”, produced by renowned Reggae artiste, Orits Williki.
“There will be a professional music performance from renowned international Flautist, Dr Tee Mac; lectures and presentation of awards to well deserving personalities with credible and enviable track records.
“The keynote speaker is no other than frontline filmmaker and former president of Association of Movie Producer (AMP), Mr Madu Chikwendu.
“Guest speakers include Nigerian broadcaster Rufai Oseni, Comedian Ali baba and the event will be compered by Koffi Tha Guru,” she said.
The outstanding awardees include Executive Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti; Olorigun Obaigbena, Mr Kayode Akintemi, Mr Babajide Kolade-Otitoju, Hon. Lukman Oyewole Lawal, Mr Fayoade Adegoke AIG, Mr Tayo Akanle, and Dr Ebose Osegha. Others are: Mr Adenrele Oni, Global Transport Policy, Barr. Nkechi Onyenso, Mr Joshua Uloko, Ajinomoto, Cornel Medial Consult (CMC), Mr Olukokun Adepeju, Kate Nnanna-Ibemgbo, Onoruoiza Onuchi, Phina Don, Olatunde Martins.