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LAGOS, NIGERIA – 21 December, 2024 – The second edition of the Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA) celebrated creativity, excellence, and lifetime contributions to the entertainment industry on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Hosted live on The Vintage Talk Show on Top Radio FM 90.9 by Veteran Journalists Femi Akintunde-Johnson and Tokunbo Ojekunle, the event honoured legendary figures and trailblazers in the Nigerian entertainment landscape.
Among the distinguished honorees was Gloria Rhodes, daughter of the late music icon Steve Rhodes, who was celebrated for her impactful work as an educationist, musicologist, and child advocate.
Dr. Bayo Adepetun received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his exceptional contributions to education, music legacy, and sound production.
Other notable recipients who received Special Recognition Awards included: Olisa Adibua, veteran broadcaster, for his innovation in entertainment media; Femi Aderibigbe (KWAME), for his role as a visionary in media and entertainment inspiration; Edi Lawani, for outstanding contributions to life event innovation and Tunde Kolawole, a renowned senior entertainment journalist, for excellence in entertainment reporting.
- BAYO ADEPETUN
Dr. Bayo Adepetun, a pioneer in sound design and music production, seamlessly combines medical expertise with creative innovation. As the founder of Midivision and the Digital Audio Post Collective (DAPC), he has set new benchmarks for Nigeria’s advertising and film audio standards.
His groundbreaking contributions have transformed African cinema’s auditory quality, positioning it for global acclaim.
GLORIA NASH (NÉE RHODES)
Gloria Nash, an accomplished educator, musician, and child advocate, has dedicated her life to empowering young minds and preserving Nigeria’s cultural heritage.
As a founding member of the Steve Rhodes Voices, a teacher, and a leader in child-focused initiatives, she continues to inspire through music, education, and advocacy.
OLUFEMI ADERIBIGBE (KWAME)
Femi Aderibigbe, popularly known as Kwame, is a visionary media executive and a pioneer of Nigeria’s entertainment landscape.
As the founder of Nigezie, he revolutionized urban media, spotlighting African talent and driving the global rise of Afrobeats. His enduring contributions and mentorship have shaped the next generation of African creatives.
OLISA CHUKWUEMEKA ADIBUA
Olisa Adibua, a media icon and entertainment innovator, has been a dominant force in Nigerian radio, television, and digital platforms for over 25 years.
From launching influential radio stations to co-founding Storm Records and breaking new ground with digital media ventures, he has redefined African entertainment and mentored emerging talents.
TUNDE KOLAWOLE
Tunde Kolawole, a distinguished entertainment journalist, has chronicled Nigeria’s cultural evolution with precision and brilliance.
His impactful storytelling at leading publications and global advocacy for African arts have earned him acclaim, while his mentorship and leadership continue to elevate entertainment journalism.
EDI LAWANI
Edi Lawani, the revered “godfather of showbiz,” has spent over four decades as a trailblazer in live event production and entertainment management.
Renowned for his innovative leadership, technical expertise, and mentorship, he has shaped Nigeria’s entertainment industry, delivering landmark events and inspiring countless professionals.
The awardees expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the organisers for recognizing their lifetime contributions to the industry and for honouring the memory of the late Wale Olomu, a pioneer in entertainment journalism.
WOMA continues to uphold its mission of celebrating the giants of the industry and inspiring the next generation of creatives and innovators.
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Kwame & Gloria Rhodes in the studio with Toks & FAJ…alongside Ayo Lawal.
At the Studio Presentations of WOMA 2024
