A Nollywood legend, Binta Ayo-Mogaji, and Azeezat Abiola-Amusat, founder of Abiola Beauty Concept, are among 15 Africans and Americans honoured with the Afro Awards 2025 for their humanitarian services.

The AFRO awards, scheduled for Saturday in Los Angeles, California, are an annual, non-profit event powered by the Oduala Foundation to honor outstanding individuals and organisations for their significant contributions to humanity in various fields.

Taiwo Oduala, executive director and founder of AFRO awards, in a statement on Thursday, described the annual event as a “unique Afro-centric excellence award” for individuals and organisations that had touched lives in their communities.

Mr Oduala said that the 2025 AFRO Awards, which is the fourth edition, promises an evening of elegance, culture, and purpose, complete with surprise performances and impactful storytelling that bridges communities.

“The event continues its mission to empower people from all walks of life, educate, and enable young people to act as catalysts for change, inspiring global career success and cultural unity.
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“Ayo-Mogaji, an icon of African cinema whose work has inspired generations across the globe, bagged the Nollywood Legend Award, which made her a pride not only to Nigeria but Africa as a whole,” added  Mr Oduala.

He said that  Ms Abiola-Amusat, a creative force preserving and elevating the beauty of African heritage, is to receive the African Culture & Beauty Stylist Award.

The U.S.-based film director listed other honorees, including Luenell, the legendary comedian whose humor and authentic voice have made her a cultural treasure, and Jarred Vanderbilt, the NBA star celebrated for his commitment to empowering youth and strengthening communities, who received the Community Impact Award, Carl Jones & TJ Walker (co-founders of Cross Colours) – Culture Without Prejudice Award Visionaries who used fashion as a powerful voice to unite, uplift, and inspire cultural pride, and Faizon Love – Culture & Comedy Impact Award, a comedic force whose boldness and talent have shaped the landscape of entertainment, among others.

(NAN)