2024 Media Awards: Nestle Nigeria assembles top -notch judges

Stanley Ihedigbo

Nestlé Nigeria has just announced the esteemed panel of judges for the 2024 Nestlé Nigeria Media Awards, a prestigious event that celebrates exceptional journalism across Nigeria.

Now in its fourth year, Nestlé Nigeria Media Awards recognizes and rewards media professionals who skillfully highlight critical issues around nutrition security, environmental sustainability, and socio-economic development.

The judges include , Programs Lead, Lagos Chapter, Nutrition Society of Nigeria, Dr. Chioma Emma-Nwachukwu, renowned for her work in nutrition and public health; Account Director, APO Group, Rosemary Otalor; with extensive experience in media relations and communications; Senior Lecturer, School of Media and Communications, Pan-Atlantic University, Dr. Sunday John, an expert in media studies and journalism; Director, LBS Sustainability Center, Pan-Atlantic University, Oreva Atanya, known for her contributions to sustainability and corporate social responsibility; and award-winning leader in corporate communications and public affairs, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability Lead, at Nestlé Nigeria, Victoria Uwadoka.

Victoria Uwadoka, said, “We are happy to have such a distinguished panel of judges for this year’s Nestlé Media Awards. We count on their expertise in media studies, journalism, nutrition, and sustainability to bring a fresh perspective to this year’s awards. In line with our purpose of unlocking the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone today and for generations to come, the Nestlé Nigeria Media Awards is part of our strategic commitment to empowering the media to carry out their role of providing fact-based reporting to improve our nutrition and behavioral choices.

The entries received this year will be assessed based on their alignment with key thematic areas, including Nutrition and Affordable Food Solutions, Environmental Sustainability, Youth Empowerment and Development, Women Empowerment, Community Development, Finance, and Agriculture. Entries will also be judged for accuracy, originality, impact, balance, depth, and adherence to ethical standards.”

The call for entries, which closed on November 8, saw an overwhelming response with 285 submissions from talented journalists nationwide.

Winners will be announced at a prestigious ceremony in December, where the most compelling and impactful stories will be celebrated.