The 2024 Lord’s Achievers Awards honourees were welcomed over the weekend in Lagos by Lord’s London Dry Gin, a premium spirit brand produced by Grand Oak, in advance of the distinguished ceremony.
The occasion, with the subject “Celebrating Emerging Icons,” was a prelude to the major awards ceremony set for September 14.
It gave the honourees a chance to get to know one another and the Lord’s London Dry Gin team, as well as to learn more about the brand’s vision and core values and the stringent selection process that made them this year’s trailblazers.
The elegant setting of Level Lagos welcomed the guests, who enjoyed a specially prepared dinner and specialty drinks that highlighted the variety of Lord’s Dry Gin. The honourees from a variety of fields engaged in thought-provoking discussions, sharing ideas and insights with a common goal that gave the evening a spirit of friendship.
In his speech, Stanley Obi, Director of Grand Oak Limited’s Prime Business Unit, emphasised to the audience the value of honouring those who have had a major influence on their communities. He stated that: “This evening was more than just accolades.”
Adding that: “It’s about connecting with like-minded individuals who share a passion for excellence and innovation. We were proud to have each of you as part of the Lord’s Achievers Awards, and we looked forward to celebrating your achievements on a grander scale.”
Representing brilliance in fields including Technology, Finance, Literature, Entertainment, Fashion, Health, Agriculture, and Societal Development, the honourees conveyed their appreciation for the acknowledgement and chance to connect with fellow professionals. They were able to learn more about the principles that Lord’s Dry Gin upholds and the idea behind the Lord’s Achievers Awards at the Meet & Greet.
Lord’s London Dry Gin’s Brand Business Manager, Olusegun Akinyemiju, underlined the company’s dedication to quality by saying: “At Lord’s London Dry Gin, we believe that excellence should be celebrated, which is why we are committed to recognising those who drive progress and innovation in our society. The Meet & Mix event is a unique opportunity for our honorees to connect, share their journeys, and immerse themselves in the values our brand stands for. We are not just celebrating their achievements; we are fostering a community of trailblazers who inspire us all to reach new heights.”
Continuing, the presentation on the selection criteria, which detailed the meticulous process of finding and honouring these burgeoning icons, was one of the evening’s highlights.
The honourees were informed about how their efforts fit well with Lord’s Dry Gin’s core values of creativity, leadership, and positive community influence. The 2024 awards ceremony will not only recognise Nigeria’s best, but it will also officially introduce Lord’s Dry Gin’s redesigned package. A new era for the brand is announced with the release of an inventive Guala cap and a stylish redesign. This rebranding strengthens Lord’s Dry Gin’s standing as a top brand in the industry by reflecting the company’s continuous pursuit of excellence and modernity.
BrandSpur national news brand reports that the recipients of the 2024 award are as follows: Dr. Kelechi Okoro (Healthertainer) (Health), Segun Adegoke (Agriculture), Femi Aluko (Start-up), Solomon Ayodele (Social Development), Ibquake (Literature), Layi Wasabi (Entertainment), Adejoke Lasisi (Fashion), and Kennedy Ekezie-Joseph (Technolo gy).Renowned actor and filmmaker Daniel Etim Effiong will cohost the event with esteemed media figure Kaylah Oniwo.
