The Voice Achievers Award to Honour The Witness Newspaper MD, Enyeh Julius Akpovire, in London

Enyeh Julius Akpovire, Publisher and Managing Director of The Witness Newspaper, is set to receive the African Media Personality Award at the 15th edition of The Voice Achievers Award and Business Summit, scheduled to hold in London on August 21, 2026. The prestigious event, organised by The Voice News Magazine, will take place at the […]

Enyeh Julius Akpovire, Publisher and Managing Director of The Witness Newspaper, is set to receive the African Media Personality Award at the 15th edition of The Voice Achievers Award and Business Summit, scheduled to hold in London on August 21, 2026.

The prestigious event, organised by The Voice News Magazine, will take place at the Hilton London Kensington Hotel and is expected to attract African trailblazers, entrepreneurs, diplomats, and global partners championing positive change across the continent.

According to the organisers, the 2026 edition will centre on the theme: “Putting Africa in the Right Perspective — Focusing on Mental Empowerment for Economic Inclusion and Growth.”

Akpovire, a respected investigative journalist and media entrepreneur, will also serve as a panellist during the dialogue session themed: “Mental Empowerment for Economic Inclusion and Growth: The Role of the African Media.”

The organisers said Akpovire’s emergence as the recipient of the African Media Personality Award reflects his outstanding contributions to journalism, media development, and public discourse through The Witness Newspaper.

In a statement, the organisation said: “Mr. Enyeh Julius Akpovire’s nomination is a testament to his outstanding contributions to the African media landscape. His dedication to professional excellence, impactful storytelling, and the advancement of the media industry has not gone unnoticed.

“He is being recognised as a pioneer whose work continues to put Africa in the right perspective while fostering the mental empowerment necessary for the continent’s economic inclusion and growth.

“He is a renowned journalist and steadfast media practitioner who has remained undeterred despite facing imprisonment and significant personal hardship in unwavering dedication to the profession. The Voice Achievers Award honours his courageous efforts in informing and educating the public, as well as his commitment to challenging flawed government policies in the line of duty.»

“As publisher of The Witness Newspaper (https://witnessngr.com), he has navigated the many hazards of the industry with remarkable resilience, continuing to serve as a vital pillar of the fourth estate for the benefit of society.

“Beyond his enduring media engagements, Mr. Akpovire’s nomination also recognises his profound humanitarian impact through The Witness Cares Foundation. Launched in 2021 as the corporate social responsibility arm of the newspaper, the foundation has become a lifeline for the less privileged by supporting projects that provide access to quality education and healthcare for widows and vulnerable children.

“In addition, through another of his companies, Dial Icon Communications Limited (Dial Icon Public Relations — https://dialiconpr.com/), he has led strategic communications for individuals, corporate organisations, and government agencies across various sectors.

“The firm has successfully handled media relations, reputation management, crisis communication, stakeholder engagement, and public advocacy campaigns that have strengthened public trust, enhanced institutional visibility, and amplified voices driving social impact across Africa.”

President of the organisation, Elvis Ndubuisi Iruh, said the event is designed to promote mental and economic empowerment across Africa while strengthening connections between African visionaries on the continent and in the diaspora.

The event will feature a high-level Business Dialogue Summit, an Award Gala Night, fashion showcases, and networking sessions aimed at fostering strategic partnerships and collaboration among African leaders and professionals globally.

According to the organisers, the decision to host this year’s edition in the United Kingdom reflects the award’s growing international profile following previous successful editions held in Amsterdam, Dubai, Nairobi, Banjul, Lagos, and other major global cities.

Originally launched in The Netherlands in 2012 as a community-focused initiative, The Voice Achievers Award has evolved into a global platform celebrating Africans and friends of Africa making significant contributions in leadership, business, diplomacy, media, humanitarian service, and innovation.

Over the years, the award has recognised several notable personalities, including former International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor and current Gambian Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Fatou Bensouda; former Nigerian Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu; and Mama Ida Odinga of Kenya.

The award has also honoured African First Ladies known for impactful development initiatives, including Constancia Mangue Nsue de Obiang of Equatorial Guinea, Jeannette Kagame of Rwanda, Fatoumata Bah Barrow of The Gambia, and Dr. Fatima Maada Bio of Sierra Leone.

This year’s edition will recognise 28 distinguished personalities from across Africa and the diaspora for excellence in leadership, innovation, public service, media, business, education, healthcare, diplomacy, and humanitarian service.

Among the announced awardees are Professor Kishan Devani, BEM, FRSA; Hon. Zuwaira Gambo; Dr. Walton Ekundayo Gilpin; Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi; Hon. Ketlhalefile Motshegwa; Apostle Dr. Ernestina da Silva Diogo Matias; Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey; HRM Naa Tsotsoo Soyoo I of the Ga Kingdom, Ghana; Robert Dupuch-Carron; Ambassador Sabah Zita Benson; Apostle George Amandi; Chief James Chijioke Ume; Ms. Kathi Scott; Dr. Funmilola Tella; Roseline Sanni-Ajose; Nsikan Etuk; Dr. Leticia Moshwe; Istvan Dylan Salamon; Sean Tatenda Zvandasara; Barrister Dr. Konyere Adiele-Uzoma; Ugi Augustine Ugi JNR; Enyeh Julius Akpovire; Ukori Jude Ebitimi; Chief Vincent Uchenna Anyanwu; Mazi Godson Azu; Arinze Edward Oranye; Dr. Ansy E. A. Egun; and Dada Olusegun.