Funke Akindele Instagram – Tonight was special. I have so many posts to make, but first, I want to take a moment to celebrate the winners of the inaugural Her Story Awards 2025. These incredible individuals and organisations have made outstanding contributions to leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and community transformation across Africa. Their work is paving the way for generations to come, and I could not be prouder to honour them tonight.
Pinnacle Awards
Her Story Legacy Award
Winner: Betty Irabor
Title: Founder, Genevieve Lifestyle Magazine and Intentional Living Network
Her Story Global Impact Award
Winner: Olori Atuwatse III
Title: Her Royal Majesty, Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom; Founder, Elevate Africa and Royal Iwere Foundation.
Her Story Outstanding Philanthropist Award
Winner: Dr. Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu
Title: Founder, Medicaid Cancer Foundation; Chairperson, First Ladies Against Cancer Nigeria
Her Story Business Innovation Award
Winner: Folasade Balogun
Title: Chairman and CEO, Redbrick Homes International Ltd and Amen City Ltd
Her Story Partner in Progress Male Ally Award
Winner: Tony Elumelu
Title: Chairman, Tony Elumelu Foundation and Heirs Holdings
Leadership and Innovation Awards
Her Story Female Leader of the Year – Technology
Winner: Kofo Akinkugbe
Title: Founder and CEO, SecureID
Her Story Advocacy and Policy Leadership Award
Winner: H E Amb Prof Olufolake Abdulrazaq
Title: Founder, Ajike People’s Support Center; Chairperson, Nigeria Governors Spouses Forum
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