Soulful Nigerian singer, Johnny Drille, and dynamic live band performer, Laolu Gbenjo, have expressed excitement ahead of their performances at the 13th edition of Vanguard Personality of the Year Award.
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The event holds today at the Convention Centre, Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos.
It is expected to attract distinguished persons from publicand private sectors, entertainment industry, captains of industry, and statesmen among others.
Founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank, Mr. Atedo Peterside, would be the chairman of the forum. It promises to be a platform to celebrate remarkable achievements in various sectors.
The cast of awardees consists of a galaxy of stars, who would shine bright like diamonds for contributing to the well-being of the nation through their investments and craft.
According to the Editor of Vanguard Newspapers, Mr. Eze Anaba, “the philosophy of the award is to recognise and celebrate excellence, national pride andservice to humanity.”
The ceremony commences at 5.00p.m., with a red-carpet. Past award recipients include former and serving presidents, governors, captains of industry, elder statesmen, businessmen, ordinary Nigerians who have positively impacted humanity and expatriates.It would be a night ofglamour and celebration.
Johnny Drille
Johnny Drille, known for his hit single “How Are You,” shared his excitement about performing at the Forum.
He said: “It will be a great honour to showcase my craft before an audience of such caliber as that which graces the Vanguard Awards.
“It is a mature audience with refined tastes who will appreciate my style of music — rich in lyrics and immersive rhythms. Expect top-tier entertainment from me.”
For Laolu Gbenjo, a long-time performer, the excitement is mutual. He promised to elevate the experience further this year. “You know what Laolu Gbenjo represents, undiluted entertainment with electrifying and high-energy performances.
“We have been doing this for years at the Vanguard Award. But this year, we are adding even more. If you are not ready to dance all night, don’t come near the stage, because it’s going to be nonstop
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