Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James unveiled as hosts of the 18th edition of The Future Awards Africa

The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), the continent’s most prestigious platform dedicated to celebrating young African excellence, has announced Tunde Onakoya and Veekee James as the official hosts of the highly anticipated 18th edition. This year’s event, themed “Celebrating the Great and the Daring,” is set to hold on November 10, 2024, at the iconic Balmoral Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Tunde Onakoya, recipient of the 2021 TFAA Prize for Community Action, is renowned for transforming lives through Chess in Slums Africa, an initiative that empowers marginalised children in communities like Majidun, Makoko, and Oshodi. A Guinness World Record holder for the longest marathon chess game, he is poised to put on a captivating show.

He will share the stage with last year’s TFAA Prize for Fashion winner, Veekee James—a visionary fashion designer, entrepreneur, and gospel singer celebrated for her stunning fashion designs across Africa. She is sure to bring her signature style and creativity to the award ceremony.

Speaking on this year’s hosts, Ayodeji Razaq, Executive Director, The Future Awards Africa, expressed his confidence in the dynamic duo. He said, “We are confident that Tunde and Veekee are the perfect pair to lead this year’s celebration. Tunde and Veekee, past TFAA winners, embody the excellence, resilience, and innovation that define The Future Awards Africa—a platform celebrating young African talent that pushes boundaries and drives meaningful change.”