About Us
The Lord’s Achievers Awards (LAA) celebrates young leaders, innovators, and changemakers whose works embody excellence, leadership, and societal impact.
Born out of a vision to spotlight individuals whose work transcends personal success and contributes meaningfully to socio-economic advancement, the Awards have become a symbol of excellence, youth
leadership, and societal impact.
Over the past six years, the Awards have celebrated true Achievers who exemplify the courage to lead, the creativity to innovate, and the commitment to impact lives and communities.
Our Vision
A world where young achievers are boldly recognised, remembered, and celebrated across all sectors, inspiring a ripple effect that empowers other young people to make a difference.
Our Mission
To celebrate excellence across all sectors, honouring young achievers whose impact creates ripples that inspire and empower the next generation to make a difference.
Our History
The Lord's Achievers Awards was first presented in 2019, borne out of a desire to honour the efforts of those who are an inspiration to us all in different sectors of society. Initially called the International Day of Achievers, the first edition was held at Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, GRA, Ikeja. The Lord's Achievers Awards, with each year having a different theme such as ;Celebrating Emerging Icons, The Bold and Audacious, Celebrating Innovative Excellence.
2019
Lord’s Achievers Awards debuts with seven categories, celebrating to spotlight young leaders and innovators making an impact in Nigeria and beyond.
2020
2021
2022
Lord’s Achievers Awards refines categories to recognise “The Bold and Audacious”, including a broader Ladies of Impact category for women who demonstrated courage and purpose-driven impact in shaping the future of their industries.
2023
Lord’s Achievers Awards celebrates “Innovative Excellence” with the introduction of a newly designed plaque that reflects the distinguished prestige and purpose of the programme.
2024
The 6th edition marked the rebrand of Lord’s London Dry Gin, ushering in a new generation shaping Nigeria’s future as the “Emerging Icons”.
Voting And Selections
The process begins nominations by a selected jury, all notable in their respective field/category. The jury members then participate in 1) the nominating process that determines the three finalists in each category; and (2) the final voting process which determines The Lord’s Achievers Award winners.
Nominating
Special Nominating Committees
Jury
Stephanie Busari
Senior Editor Africa, CNN
Chuka Obi
Director of Creativity and innovations, Globacom
Titilope Adesanya
Director of Operations - Africa, EMPIRE
Femi Taiwo
Managing Partner, F.I.T Africa
Ladun Awobokun
Chief Content Officer, FilmOne Limited
Chinyere Inya
Partner, Accelerate & Future Africa
Award Categories
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR AGRICULTURE
Spotlights young people who have achieved notable advancements in innovation, sustainability, and leadership within agriculture, agritech, and food systems.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR FASHION AND LIFESTYLE
Celebrates individuals who have achieved remarkable success in innovation, creativity, and style across fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, from clothing, footwear, and accessories to beauty products, and home decor items.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR LITERATURE
Honours literary talents who have achieved cultural impact through mastery in poetry, drama, prose, and other written forms, inspiring change and enriching literature.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR CONTENT CREATION
Recognises individuals who have achieved influence through digital storytelling, inspiring their generation while building distinctive, impactful personal brands.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Honours young innovators who have achieved breakthroughs in technology, driving progress and delivering impactful digital solutions.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR FINANCE
Recognises young professionals who have achieved transformative impact in banking, fintech, investment, and financial inclusion.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Honours changemakers who have achieved advancements in healthcare, wellness innovation, public health, or advocacy, improving lives and community well-being.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR FILM & ENTERTAINMENT
Celebrates exceptional talents who have achieved significant impact in film, television, or music.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR VISUAL ARTS
Celebrates creatives who have achieved excellence in painting, sculpture, photography, and other mediums, showcasing innovation, mastery, and impact.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR MEDIA & JOURNALISM
Honours professionals who have achieved excellence in reporting, presenting, and investigative storytelling, delivering narratives that inform, inspire, and drive change.
THE LORD’S ACHIEVERS AWARD FOR SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Recognises changemakers who have achieved meaningful community impact through development work, humanitarian efforts, and advocacy for marginalized groups.
The Lord’s Achievers Award for Sports
Honours sports trailblazers who have achieved excellence, broken barriers, and elevated athletics, coaching, innovation, or advocacy.
FAQs
What are The Lord’s Achievers Awards?
When are The Lord’s Achievers Awards?
How many Lord’s Achievers Awards categories are there?
Is the awards open to partnerships?
For partnership and sponsorship opportunities, please email us at hello@lordsachieversawards.com to explore partnerships with The Lord’s Achievers Awards.
How can i be a press partner for The Lord’s Achievers Awards?
Please send an email to hello@lordsachieversawards.com to know how you can be a press partner at The Lord’s Achievers Awards
Who is eligible to be nominated?
Is there an age limit for nominees?
How can I submit a nomination?
Is there a fee to nominate someone?
Who selects the winners?
Our jury of 10 cross-sector experts review all nominations and score them against a defined set of criteria.
What criteria are used to judge nominees?
Nominees are judged against a five-pronged criteria
- Innovation
- Impact
- Leadership
- Sustainability
- Brand Values Alignment
Please refer to our judging criteria for more information
Can I nominate myself for an award?
How will winners be announced?
Yes, you can nominate yourself or anyone you know for an award.
