The list which reflects the achievements of young Nigerians throughout the year 2016 was streamlined in 10 distinct categories which represents key sectors across Nigeria’s economy.

The list which has a gender equity of 34 women and 56 men is an initiative meant to serve as a source of inspiration to young people around the world.

According to Prince Akpah, MD of Avance Media, the initiative which was previously only launched for Ghana is embarking on a continental agenda of leading in sprouting the works and achievements of young people whose immerse contributions are sidelined and Nigeria happens to be part of the first set of countries involved in the ranking.

In rating who becomes the 2016 Most Influential Young Nigerian, the general public is being invited to vote for their most impactful youth on ng.vancemedia.org.

After public votes ends on 20th January, 2017, winners will be announced according to their respective categories before the young person voted as the Most Influential Young Nigerian for 2016 will be announced.

Below is the full list of the 2016 100 Most Influential Young Nigerian in their respective categories.

Business

1. Abayomi Awobokun
2. Akideinde Oyebowale
3. Bankole Cardoso
4. Ebi Atawodi
5. Ladi Delano
6. Ola Orekunrin
7. Olalekan Olude
8. Richard Nyong
9. Sim Shagaya
10. Suleiman Sani Bello

Entertainment

1. Alex Ekubo
2. Basket Mouth
3. D'Banj
4. Davido
5. Don Jazzy
6. Funke Akindele
7. Mercy Johnson
8. Omotola Jalade
9. Wizkid
10. Yemi Alade

Law & Governance

1. Bashir Ahmad
2. Deji Adeyanju
3. Hon Ayodele Obe
4. Hon. Engr Obinna Kingsley Onwubuariri
5. Hon. Kasim M. Kasim
6. Innocent Onah
7. Mark Okoye II
8. Nasir Sa'idu Adhama
9. Omojuwa Japheth
10. Tolu Ogunlesi

Leadership & Civil Society

1. Aisha Augie-Kuta
2. Akin Oyebode
3. Asuquo Ekpenyong
4. Chidiogo Akunyili
5. Hadiza Bala Usman
6. Kamil Olufowobi
7. Kayode Oladapo
8. Muntaqa Umar-Sadiq
9. Nkechikwu Azinge
10. Tonye Rex Idaminabo

Lifestyle

1. Amaka Osakwe
2. Bukky Karibi-Whyte
3. Clarence Peters
4. Dj Cuppy
5. Dj Xclusive
6. Dr. Kelechi Anyikude
7. Mai Atafo
8. Oluchi Orlandi
9. Tara Fela-Durutoye
10. Toju Foyeh

Media

1. Adekunle Ayeni
2. DO2dTUN
3. Ehiz
4. Gbemi Olateru Olagbegi
5. IK Osakioduwa
6. Linda Ikeji
7. Stephenie Enaife-cooker
8. Toke Makinwa
9. Toolz
10. Uche Pedro

Personal Development & Academia

1. Ahmed Adamu
2. Chioma Agwuegbo
3. Damilola Oluwatoyinbo
4. Folawe Omikunle
5. Gossy Ukanwoke
6. Jimi Tewe
7. John Obidi
8. Mofolusade Sonaike
9. Otto Orondaam
10. Toyosi Akerele

Science & Technology

1. Abiola Olaniran
2. Bosun Tijani
3. Iyinoluwa Aboyeji
4. Jason Njoku
5. Kola Aina
6. Mark Essien
7. Oluseun Onigbinde
8. Prince Nnamdi Ekeh
9. Seyi Taylor
10. Taiwo Kola-Ogunlade

Social Entreprise & Philanthropy

1. Chude Jideonwo
2. Dayo Israel
3. Empress Njamah
4. Grace Ihejiamaizu
5. Isaac Balami
6. Muna Onuzo
7. Seun Osewa
8. Shade Ladipo
9. Shola Molemodile
10. Yasmin Belo-Osagie

Sports

1. Ahmed Musa
2. Alex Iwobi
3. Asisat Oshoala
4. Blessing Okagbare
5. John Obi Mikel
6. Kelechi Promise Iheanacho
7. Peter Odemwingie
8. Samson Adamu
9. Seye Ogunlewe
10. Victor Moses

Avance Media is also successfully replicating the same ranking in Kenya, South Africa, Cameroon and Ghana as they partner with various local and international organisations to honour young people across the continent.

The 2016 ranking is in partnership with Reputation Poll, Barcity Media, Evergreen Initiatives Jagari Designs, CELMBD Africa, My Naija Naira, Just Elect, EOD Partners, Africa Youth Awards, Dream Ambassadors Foundation GH, iCare Hub Africa, Global Skills Exchange, Core Foundation and Project Know Thyself International.

Source: Avance Media