13th GahAwards honours Olori Ademiluyi, Keyamo, others

Olori Aderonke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi, Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State and Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, were among the top dignitaries honoured at the 13th GHA Awards & Business Summit on Friday.

This year’s theme, “Africa Reimagined: Innovation, Inclusion & Sustainable Growth,” set the tone for an event attended by political leaders, business executives, investors, and creatives.

The summit has evolved from an awards ceremony into a vital platform for recognition and networking.

The much-talked-about event, held at Eko Hotels and Suites on Friday, was attended by Africa’s business and leadership moguls, industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers, while diplomatic voices, visionary CEOs, investors, creators, and societal leaders from across Africa and beyond were not left out.

Key dignitaries included Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (represented), Minister Festus Keyamo, and Air Peace Chairman Allen Onyema, all underscoring the summit’s significance.

CEO, Africa Fashion Week London/Lagos and Adire Oodua Textile Hub, Her Royal Majesty (HRM) Olori Aderonke Ademiluyi Ogunwusi won the GAH Cultural Heritage Advocate award, while Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, bagged the GHA Diplomatic Excellence Award, while Governor Dauda Lawal was conferred with the GAH National Capital Award 2025.

In her opening speech, the conveyor, Chairperson and Founder of GhaAward and Business Summit, Princess Kelechi Oghene, expressed delight over the success story of the 13th GhaAward, describing the moment as the convergence of influence — where conversations become opportunities.

”This year’s Summit is particularly significant. It represents not only a celebration of outstanding achievements but also the unveiling of new frontiers within the GAH Universe. From our dynamic GAH Elite Club, which fosters strategic relationships among high-impact leaders… to GAH Media and the GAH Elite Club Magazine, which amplify the voices, stories, and innovations shaping our time… to GAH Sport, expanding our influence into the world of athletic excellence… and now, the highly anticipated GAH Experience Zone, designed to immerse our guests in an interactive showcase of creativity, technology, culture, and brand innovation.

”The evolution of the GAH Awards & Business Summit reflects our belief in legacy-building, sustainable impact, and the power of prestigious recognition. We are not just honouring greatness—we are nurturing it, documenting it, and creating platforms for it to thrive,” she said.