Welcome to the CEOs Network Africa

At CEOs Network Africa, we celebrate Nigeria’s young leaders who are redefining excellence and innovation. Our mission is to empower changemakers by providing a platform to amplify their voices, recognize their efforts, and inspire others to join the journey of impactful development.

Recognizes contributions to the beauty and fashion industries.

Potential Recipients: Fashion designers, beauty influencers, and makeup artists.

Recognizes excellence in the real estate industry.

Potential Recipients: Property developers, real estate investors, and urban planners.

Celebrates excellence in photography, videography, and digital content creation.

Potential Recipients: Photographers, videographers, filmmakers, and visual artists.

Honors individuals or organizations making a significant difference in the community.

Potential Recipients: Nonprofit leaders, social entrepreneurs, and community activists.

Honors exemplary leadership and commitment to improving governance.

Potential Recipients: Politicians, public policy advocates, and civil and public servants.

Celebrates contributions to music and entertainment industries.

Potential Recipients: Music executives, musicians, DJs, producers, and entertainers.

Honors individuals making groundbreaking advancements in technology.

Potential Recipients: Tech entrepreneurs, innovators in software/hardware development, and leaders in tech startups.

Celebrates impactful contributions to agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and resilience, advancing food security and sustainable farming practices.

Potential Recipients: Agricultural entrepreneurs, farm innovators, agritech leaders, and sustainable farming advocates.

Celebrates significant digital impact through social media.

Potential Recipients: TV/radio hosts, influencers, and content creators with large followings, engagement, and impact.

Celebrates talent in visual arts and contributors to the creative economy.

Potential Recipients: Artists, skit makers, creatives, and digital content creators.

Honors excellence and leadership in the finance sector.

Potential Recipients: Financial analysts, investment managers, and fintech innovators.

Recognizes excellence in hospitality and guest experiences.

Potential Recipients: Hotel and Airbnb executives/managers, restaurant owners, spa owners, and tourism professionals.

Honors outstanding legal professionals with significant contributions. Potential Recipients: Lawyers recognized for landmark cases, community service and legal advocacy.

Congratulations to Our 2025 Winners!

We are proud to announce the winners of the 2025 CEOs Network Africa Awards across various categories. These remarkable individuals and ventures have demonstrated exceptional commitment to driving impactful and sustainable development.

Join the CEOs Network Africa Community

Become part of a thriving network of over 30,000 professionals across Nigeria and beyond! The CEOs Network Africa Community is a hub for innovators, leaders, and changemakers committed to driving sustainable growth and impactful development in their industries.

About CEOs Network Africa

CEO’s Network Africa is a private circle of young african business leaders commited to developing leadership capacity, inspiring future generations, and celebrating innovation and creativity across the continent. 

We serve as a multi-disciplinary networking hub for emerging leaders from diverse sectors fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing and growth.

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Our work is made possible through the commitment and collaboration of our valued partners. Together we continue to advance excellence and create lasting impact.

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Over 8 years in operations CNA has become a major force in the media business spotlighting and celebrating the brightest minds across Africa.

We celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurialism. We tell the stories of young Africans breaking barriers across different walks of life, chronicle the ups and downs of their entrepreneurial journeys.

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We make a difference today with the leaders of tomorrow.

Quick note of thanks for putting on another great show. Great group of attendees and content as rich as ever.

Ibrahim Shehu Shema

Governor of Katsina State (2007-2015)

Rated 5 out of 5

Winning the Under 30 CEOs Awards for Breakout Startup in 2021 has been very beneficial to my brand. Asides, the great recognition It came with, the cash prize also helped me in improving the quality of my products, scale my business and also enable me reach a wider audience.

Inem Shina

CEO Inem Beauty

Rated 5 out of 5

Super event this year! The topics where spot on and the discussions informative and fresh.

Dr. Linus Okorie

CEO GOTNI Leadership Center

Rated 5 out of 5

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