Maya Awards Africa has announced popular entrepreneur and philanthropist, Akosin Habeeb O. Okunola as the Keynote Speaker at the 11th Maya Awards Africa.

The announcement follows a strategic courtesy visit by the Maya Awards Africa Team to the Akosin of Yorubaland at his Ikoyi Office, penultimate Friday. During the visit, Akosin Habeeb O. Okunola graciously accepted the invitation and expressed his support for the vision of Maya Awards Africa.

His commitment reflects not only confidence in the platform but also a shared belief in creating opportunities that inspire excellence and empower the next generation of African leaders.

As the event on the 15th of August, 2026, Akosin Habeeb O. Okunola will lead one of the event’s most anticipated conversations, sharing valuable insights on visionary leadership, enterprise, nation-building, and the role of collaboration in shaping Africa’s future.

Speaking after the meeting, the Founder of Maya Awards Africa, Ademola Titilopemi Ajibola, described the development as a defining moment for this year’s edition.

“We are deeply honoured to welcome Akosin Habeeb O. Okunola, MON, OFR, as a Special Guest of Honour and Keynote Speaker at the 11th Maya Awards Africa. His exceptional leadership, commitment to excellence, and unwavering belief in empowering young people align perfectly with our vision. His acceptance is a strong endorsement of our mission and reinforces our conviction that collaboration remains the greatest catalyst for innovation and sustainable development across Africa.”

Built on the philosophy that “Collaboration is the New Innovation,” Maya Awards Africa continues to serve as a platform that celebrates excellence, inspires transformational leadership, and fosters meaningful partnerships across diverse sectors.

The 11th Maya Awards Africa will convene distinguished leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, innovators, creatives, and emerging changemakers from across the continent for an evening dedicated to celebrating outstanding achievements while inspiring conversations that shape Africa’s future. It promises to deliver thought-provoking discussions, stronger collaborations, and lasting impact.

Maya Awards Africa is one of Africa’s leading recognition platforms dedicated to celebrating excellence, inspiring impact, and promoting innovation.

Through strategic partnerships and the recognition of outstanding individuals and institutions, the platform continues to empower visionary leaders and inspire the next generation of African changemakers, for 13 years now.