Some of Nigeria’s top celebrities and creators in the digital and entertainment scene have earned nominations for the 2025 Trendupp Awards, an annual event dedicated to recognising outstanding achievements in content creation, social media influence, and innovative brand partnerships.
The Trendupp Africa Awards celebrate individuals, organisations, and brands that are driving change and creativity across the digital landscape through advocacy, storytelling, and originality.
Among this year’s notable nominees are chess promoter Tunde Onakoya; Nollywood actresses Bimbo Ademoye, Ruth Kadiri, Omoni Oboli, and Regina Daniels; and leading media figures like Nancy Isime, Kie Kie, and Enioluwa Adeoluwa. Also shortlisted are top comedy creators Sabinus, Taaooma, and Brain Jotter; renowned food critic Opeyemi Famakin; and popular nightlife entrepreneur Cubana Chief Priest.
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The judging panel for the 2025 edition includes esteemed photographer Kelechi Amadi Obi, media executive Sam Onyemelukwe, Ghanaian blogger Ameyaw Debrah, and actress Iyabo Ojo.
Highlight Categories and Nominees: Full list
Force of Instagram
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Opeyemi Famakin
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Nancy Isime
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Diana Eneje
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Uche Montana
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Stan Nze
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Tomike Adeoye
Force of Virality
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Jarvis
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Peller
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Priscilla Ojo
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Papay Ex
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Veekee James
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Egungun
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Brainjotter
Force of Social Good
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Tunde Onakoya
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Aproko Doctor
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Asherkine
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King Mitchy
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Randy Peterz
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Eric Gugua
Force of YouTube
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Bimbo Ademoye
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Ruth Kadiri
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Omoni Oboli
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Steven Ndukwu
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Maurice Sam
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Nons Miraj
Force of Comedy Skits
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Sabinus
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Taaooma
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Omo Oba
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IamDikeh
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Gilmooree
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Folagade Banks
Force of Online Sensation
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Regina Daniels
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Kamo State
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Jay Onair
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Chekwas Michaels
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Shank Comics
Force of Influence (Nigeria)
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Kie Kie
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Tunde Onakoya
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Enioluwa Adeoluwa
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Aproko Doctor
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Veekee James
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Cubana Chief Priest
Force of Influence (Regional)
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Zero Brainer (Tanzania)
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Khosi Twala (South Africa)
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Hypers Kidsfrica (Uganda)
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Boubou Design (Senegal)
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The Roaming Chef (Kenya)
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Mr Ghana Baby (Ghana)
In addition to these, the awards include categories spotlighting excellence in TikTok, podcasting, tech content, emerging talent, and the creative arts all reflecting Trendupp’s commitment to honouring the voices shaping Africa’s digital future.