Chioma Momah is a Public Policy Lawyer, Author, Parenting Educator and Coach. She earned a master's in business administration and public administration at the Anglia Ruskin University, UK and the University of Exeter, UK respectively. She received top-notch degrees and also returned with confidence, knowledge, and abilities. The course content and structure at Exeter were perfect and were laden with modules for a citizen of a developing nation.
Gbenga is a multifaceted professional, blending roles as a social science educator, criminologist, and artist. He observes that his study at the University of York was marked by academic rigour, cultural diversity and innovative teaching methods. As a result, his academic journey at the University of York has shaped him into a well-rounded and globally-minded scholar, poised to confront and contribute solutions to future challenges.
Young Screen Entrepreneur of the Year
A leading media strategist, talent manager, and business development professional with over a decade shaping narratives across public relations, digital media, and the creative industries. As CEO of Penzaarville Africa, he leads strategic campaigns for telecommunications, technology, nanking, automotive, entertainment, and FMCG brands. He convenes Handle It Africa, empowering digital and creative communities. His influence has been featured in Forbes, Rolling Stone, GQ, and other major outlets.
Faith Agboola is a performance poet, content creator and cultural producer. She is the founder of The African Writers and the convener of African Writers Meet. In recognition of her work in literature, she was awarded the Chevening Scholarship in 2020. She credits De Montfort University as the catalyst for developing her multiple creative interests. It provided her with the theoretical and practical experiences needed to build a strong brand as an innovative and creative entrepreneur.
Young Design Entrepreneur of the Year
A Professor of Chemistry at the University of Lagos whose research studies emerging contaminants and their impacts on vulnerable populations. A Commonwealth Scholar and Fellow, she completed PhD split-site training and academic fellowship at Loughborough University and the University of Birmingham and has served as visiting Professor at Emory University. She contributes to global discourse on chemical pollutants, sustainable development, and environmental health inequalities.
Dr Ikpaya David Ikpaya is a 2017 Rutherford Fellow who won the 2022 Research Impact Awards Topical Prize for his clean energy-related research. He received his M.Sc. degree in Satellite Engineering and a PhD degree in Engineering and Physical Sciences (Spacecraft Engineering) from the University of Surrey, Guildford, U.K., in 2008 and 2014, respectively. Ikpaya observes that working at Surrey Satellite Technology Limited while studying at the University, enhanced his professional development.