Meet our YBL Fellows
The Young Business Leadership Awards recognize outstanding young entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders who are shaping the business landscape. Winners are selected through a rigorous evaluation process. They are typically between 18-35 years old and have established successful businesses or startups that demonstrate significant growth potential. These young leaders are recognized for their innovative approaches, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to creating value and jobs. The awards aim to inspire and nurture the next generation of business leaders, fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.

KADIATU KAMARA
Winner, 2025 YBL Award

CHERNO AMADU SESAY
Winner, 2025 YBL Award

DEBORAH MOSES
Winner, 2024 YBL Award

NGUUMA ABRAHAM
Winner, 2024 YBL Award

LATIFATU OWOYELE
Winner, 2024 YBL Award

EHI PRECIOUS OKPE
Winner, 2023 YBL Award

ABEGNEGO CHRISTOPHER
Winner, 2023 YBL Award

PEACE JOSEPH MAREN
Winner, 2023 YBL Award

CHARLES UMEH
Winner, 2023 YBL Award

KINDGSLEY C. EMENIKE
Winner, 2022 YBL Award

OWOYOLE A. FUNMILOLA
Winner, 2022 YBL Award

YOUNGMAFIU A. JINGI
Winner, 2022 YBL Award

PATRICIA G. USMAN
Winner, 2022 YBL Award

BILKISU U.MOHAMMED
Winner, 2019 YBL Award

BLESSING Y. GIWA
Winner, 2019 YBL Award

FRANKLIN F. FELIXSON
Winner, 2019 YBL Award

SALOME IVEREN SIMON
Winner, 2018 YBL Award

COMFORT B. JOHNSON
Winner, 2018 YBL Award

TAVERSHIMA TORHEMEN
Winner, 2017 YBL Award

MARCUS E. AKOR
Winner, 2017 YBL Award