Exquisite magazine released the lists of nominees for Exquisite Lady of the year awards (ELOY) 2014 during the pre nominee party which took place at Rhapsodys Victoria Island, Lagos.
In her opening speech, Publisher of exquisite magazine , Tewa Onasanya, “Exquisite Lady of the Year ( ELOY) award started in 2009, by exquisite magazine , It was created to celebrate women who are successful in their fields. The ELOY award is an avenue for successful women of different fields of career and businesses to embrace each other’s success in the industry”.
“ The criteria for the ELOY awards focus on the character of the individual, her ability and achievements and how her work impacts the Nigerian society. In terms of direct leadership, indirect leadership, commitment, service, integrity and dedication to their work”.
According to the Brand manager for Baileys company, Ufuoma Ojo, “ Baileys is happy to celebrate successful women and entrepreneurs in the Industry and partner with the ELOY award team this year for the 6th edition of ELOY award”.
The exquisite lady of the year awards (ELOY), will hold at Intercontinental hotel Victoria Island, Lagos on the 30TH of November, 2014.
The event is supported by Intercontinental Hotel, Spice TV, Cool FM, Wazobia FM, Nigeria info, Genesis deluxe cinemas, Dark and Lovely, BellaNaija, X-pression, Trends luxury fitted kitchens, Lagos Internal Revenue Services, Vlisco and World PR, Baileys.
To vote online visit click here www.exquisitemag.com
See the categories of nominees below:
Female Music Artist
- Lola Rae – Fimile
- Seyi Shay – Murda
- Chidinma – Oh Baby
- Waje – Onye
- Mo’Cheddah – Destinambari
- Ruby Gyang – Goodman
- Tiwa Savage – Wanted
- Omawunmi – Magbele
- Vicky Kimani – Prokoto
- Yemi Alade – Tangerine
- Cynthia Morgan – I Am Taken
- Eva Alordia – War Coming
- Emma Nyra – Emele
Female DJ
- DJ Switch (Obianuju Catherine Udeh)
- DJ Lamboghini (Olawunmi Okerayi)
- DJ Frizzie (Frances Higgwe
- DJ Nana (Nanayat Abedoh)
- DJ Mystelle (Bimbo Idowu)
- DJ Cuppy (Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola)
On-Air Personality of the Year
- Uzo Ododo Oba of Wazobia FM
- Elvina Ibru of Classic FM
- Temi of Cool FM
- Onu Cynthia Kordi of Wazobia FM
- Labizzy Jojo of Rainbow FM
- Cordelia Okpei of Metro FM
- Uwanma Odefa of Inspiration FM
- Khadeejah of Top Radio FM
- Bukola of Classic FM
- Mercy Ajisafe of Cool FM
- Tolu Stevens of Metro FM
- Sypcy Star of Rainbow FM
- Cordelia Okpei of Metro FM
- Adeola Phoenix Osinuga of Rhythm FM
- Dami Elebe of Beat FM
- Jumoke Bello of Smooth FM
- Anita Omalicha of Rhythm FM
Fashion Designer of the Year
- Didi Creations – Tina Ndidi Ugo
- YRC Nig – Okubanjo Ayotunde Omotola
- Ella and Gabby – Adaobi Mgbudem
- Iamisigo – Bubu Osigo
- A – Helen Apreala
- Ogodor Republic – Ify Ogodor
- Isi Atagamen (IAFL) – Isi Atagamen
- House Of Marie – Joan Ibuzo
- House Of Nwocha – Ugonna Umero
- Ejiro Amos Tafari – Ejiro Amos Tafari
- Elegante by Tiannahstyling – Toyin Lawani
- April by Kunbi – Olakunbi Oyelesi
- Maki Oh – Amaka Osakwe
- Adybylinda – Linda
- Abbyke Domina – Abbyke Domina
- Sally Bawa – Sally Bawa
Make Up Artist of the Year
- Joyce Jacobs for Joyce Jacob Beauty
- Ngozi Oni – Beauty And The Beholder
- Omobolanle Bolaji – Glamosphere
- Omontese Akhetaumen – Beautycooks Studio
- Bimtan Elufowoju – Faces Of Bodin
- Mimi Suleiman – Mimi’s Makeover
- Bahijjah S Bawa – Make Up By Bee-Jay
- Bimpe Onakoya – Maybelline New York
- Mary Jane – Zaron Beauty
- Elaine Shobanjo – Shomya
- Tosin Opaleye – Topal Touch
- Tenny Coco Kashaam – Beauty By Coco
- Anita Brows Adetoye – Anita Brows Beauty
- Theodora Moyo – Doranne Beauty
Beauty Brand of the Year
- Natures Gentle Touch
- Zaron
- Sleek
- Lise
- Sacred Lashes
- Blinx Lashes
- MUD
- House Of Tara
- BM Pro
Stylist of the Year
- Bolaji Animashaun
- Toyin Lawani
- Ezinne Chinkata
- Veronica Odeka
- Tayo Shonekan
- Yolanda Okereke
- Zed Eye
- Linda Unachukwu
- Abbyke Domina
- Jane Michael
- Chyna Bee
Brand Ambassador
- Toke Makinwa – Maggi
- Tiwa Savage – MTN
- Waje – GLO
- Chioma Akpoveta – Omo
- Kate Henshaw – Onga
- Chidinma – MTN
- Omawunmi – GLO
- Genevieve Nnaji – Etisalat
- Funke Akindele – Omo
- Dakore Akande – Pampers
TV Presenter of the Year
- Toke Makinwa – Trending, HIP TV
- Oola Heaven – Red Carpet Extra, NTA
- Cynthia Areh – Network Africa, Channels TV
- Eku Edewor – Pepsi Top Ten Live Show, Africa Magic
- Zainab Balogun – The Spot , ELTV
- Moet Abebe – SoundCity
- Helen Paul – Jare, Africa Magic
- Tolu Doherty – Fashion 360, Spice TV
- Ajifa Atuluku – E-Spalsh, TVC
- Shola Soyele – Law Weekly, Channels TV
- Pearl – Top Ten Naija Countdown, SoundCity
- Lamide Akintobi – The Spot, Ebonylife TV
- Bolanle Olukanmi – Moments With MO, Ebonylife TV
- Stephanie Coker – MTV Street Request
- Ariyike Akinbobola – Sugar And Spice, Spice TV
- Melinda Akinlami – Art House, Channels TV
- Labi Layori – The LABI Show, TVC
Movie Actress of the Year
- Clarion Chukwurah – Apaye
- Belinda Effah – After The Proposal
- Rita Dominic – Iyore
- Nkiru Sylvanus – The Voice
- Uru Eke – Dining With A Long Spoon
- Omoni Oboli – Being Mrs Elliot
- Dayo Amusan – Unforgiveable
TV Actress of the Year
- Bevely Naya – Tinsel
- Linda Ejiofor – Dowry
- Kehinde Bankole – Super Story
- Osas Ighodaro – Tinsel
- Kiki Omeli – Lekki Wives
- Ivie Okujaiye – Dowry
- Adaora Ukoh – Lekki Wives
- Tamara Etiemo – Super Story
Blogger [SME/Online Editor]
- SisiYemmie
- Olorisupergal
- Misspetitenigeria
- Thatigbochick
- Kemifilani
- Lailasblog
Female Film Producers of the Year
- Emem Isong – Apaye & Knocking On Heaven Door
- Omoni Oboli – Being Mrs. Elliot
- Kehinde Olorunyomi – Perfect Plan
- Uduak Oguamanam and Uche Jumbo – After Proposal
- Blessing Egbe – Lekki Wives
By Olubunola Femi-Dagunro