The 17th edition of the Community Pillars Award, organised by Eyegate Media Limited, has commenced its screening and ratification process to identify individuals and institutions that have made significant contributions to their communities and society. The award, which seeks to promote a culture of community development, is open to nominations from members of the public, corporate organisations, civil society groups, and professional associations. The organisers have constituted and inaugurated the Nomination and Ratification Committee and the Technical Committee to oversee the nomination, screening, assessment, verification, and ratification processes.
The Community Pillars Award is founded on the conviction that community development cannot be left entirely to government, and that individuals, businesses, and institutions have a role to play in addressing community needs. The award seeks to recognise and celebrate those who have made a difference by committing their resources, influence, expertise, time, or goodwill towards finding solutions to community challenges. The award categories include Traditional Rulers, Maritime Pioneers, Corporate and Business Leaders, and a new category, Young Industrialists, which recognises emerging entrepreneurs and young business leaders.
The organisers have emphasised that the awards selection process is designed to place emphasis on credibility, integrity, verifiable impact, and sustained contribution, rather than professional prominence alone. The Ratification Committee, chaired by Olusegun Olaiya Benson Osasona, has already commenced its responsibilities and confirmed the conferment of awards on an initial group of distinguished individuals and associations. The initial cohort includes two veteran ship captains and a maritime crewing and mining agent.
The 2026 edition of the Community Pillars Award reflects the evolving scope of the award, with recognition extended across sectors and disciplines where individuals and institutions have demonstrated a sustained commitment to community development, human welfare, ethical leadership, entrepreneurship, social responsibility, and inclusive growth. The awards ceremony is scheduled for November 21, 2026, at the NPA Sports Club, Bode Thomas, Surulere, Lagos.
Eyegate Media Limited is inviting members of the public, corporate organisations, civil society organisations, professional associations, and community groups to nominate individuals and institutions whose records of service merit consideration for the 2026 Community Pillars Award. Nominations should be based on demonstrable contributions, measurable impact, integrity, and sustained commitment to community and societal development.
The Community Pillars Award is not intended merely to celebrate professional achievement or public visibility, but to recognise the broader value created by individuals and organisations whose actions have translated into tangible benefits for their communities and society at large. The organisers have designed a structured review process to ensure the credibility and integrity of the award.
With the screening and ratification processes already underway, preparations are now advancing towards the November 21 ceremony, which will mark the 17th edition of the Community Pillars Award and provide another platform for acknowledging individuals and institutions whose contributions are helping to strengthen communities and advance social and economic development.
Key points
- The 17th edition of the Community Pillars Award has commenced its screening and ratification process to identify individuals and institutions that have made significant contributions to their communities and society.
- The award categories include Traditional Rulers, Maritime Pioneers, Corporate and Business Leaders, and Young Industrialists.
- The awards ceremony is scheduled for November 21, 2026, at the NPA Sports Club, Bode Thomas, Surulere, Lagos.
