See colourful Photos From The Fifth Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards

It was a gathering of great faces and voices in the Nigerian broadcasting world, whilst the fifth edition of the Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards (NBMA) finally held on Saturday November 15, 2014, at the Ballroom of Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Ikeja, Lagos. It was a morning with memories that could outlive all who attended the function especially people who grabbed NBMA’s new plaque made from’18 carat’gold ; a monument of honour and prestige from the event.

The event which was anchored by the wonderful trio of Wazobia FM’s electrifying presenter Omotunde Adebowale- David a.k.a Lolo1 alongside Rhythm FM’s ace presenter Anita Isedeh otherwise referred to as Omalicha and ‘Elajoe ‘, was a combination of music, comedy and fashion show. There have been lots of winners in the competitive categories and the smile on the faces along with their tight grip on the plaques inside their hands told the whole story without needing words. His Excellency, Governor Mohammed Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso of Kano State was crowned whilst the Best Governor in the Northern region of Nigeria. Aside inducting Otunba Dayo Adeneye (D-1) into NBMA’s Hall of Fame, Dr. Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, the Executive Chairman ATAR Communication, bagged The Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to the growth of quality broadcasting in the Northern element of Nigeria.

Prince Gbolahan Lawal, the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Agriculture & Cooperatives, Mr. Teslim Olawale Raji, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Commerce & Industries, Mr. Lateef Raji, Special Adviser on Information & Strategy and Zdon Paporella got Special Recognition Awards. Mr 2K, Frank D’Nero, MC Linchung, De-Don, Marcello, K-Lite, Nysot among few other shining and rising music and comedy stars rocked the microphone to the delight of audience. ‘3G Stitches’proved why he’s hot in the fashion scene. The unsung gifted fashion designer showcased a number of his fashion collections through the event. Rainbow FM’s In-House VDJ Unbeatable was behind the turntable.

See more pics from the events bellow.