FULL LIST OF FUTURE AFRICAN LEADERS AWARD 2024 WINNERS
The Future African Leaders Award (FALA) 2024 ceremony took place on New Year’s Eve, marking the 12th edition of this prestigious award. The FALA is an initiative of Pastor Chris Oyekhilome, founder of Believers Love World and President of FALA, aimed at recognizing and rewarding young African leaders who have made significant contributions to their communities.
Chairman of the Occasion, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Urges Nigerian Youths to Stay and Develop Their Country
The Chairman of the occasion, Former President of Nigeria, His Excellency Chief Olusegun Obasanjo GCFR, thanked Pastor Chris for initiating the FALA and founding the Future Leaders Foundation. Chief Obasanjo encouraged Nigerian youths to labor in their country instead of seeking greener pastures abroad. He emphasized the importance of developing their home country and contributing to its growth and prosperity.
10 Winners Receive 10,000ESPEES Each, While Overall Winner Gets Additional 25,000ESPEES
The 2024 FALA winners were announced during the ceremony, with each of the 10 winners receiving 10,000ESPEES. The overall winner also received an additional prize of 25,000ESPEES. The winners were selected from a pool of talented young Africans who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and community service.
List of 2024 Future African Leaders Award Winners
Here are the 10 winners of the 2024 Future African Leaders Award:
- Favour Effiong, 19, from Cross Rivers, Nigeria
- Ntung Ngela Landon, 23, from Cameroon
- Julian Arior, from Benin Republic was the overall star prize winner
- Mawada Abdalla, from Libya
- Israel Majak Yel, from South Sudan
- Aneket, 23, from Malawi
- Akram Sebai, from Morocco
- Jessica Leonor Baide, from Guinea Bissau
- Collin’s, from Kenya
- Fadi Youssef, from Egypt
Pastor Chris Oyekhilome Emphasizes the Importance of Encouraging African Leaders
Pastor Chris Oyekhilome, in his remarks, emphasized the importance of encouraging African leaders to look at the bright side of life and become global entrepreneurs in changing their environment. He congratulated the winners and urged them to continue making a positive impact in their communities.
Other Dignitaries in Attendance
Other dignitaries in attendance at the ceremony included Former Military Head of Nigeria, General Yakubu Gowon. The event was a celebration of the achievements of young African leaders and a call to action for them to continue making a positive difference in their communities.
The Future African Leaders Award 2024 was a resounding success, recognizing and rewarding the achievements of 10 talented young Africans. The ceremony was a testament to the power of young people to drive positive change in their communities, and we look forward to seeing the impact that these winners will make in the years to come.