The award came as a result of open online voting which saw
REDTV top the list of very highly reputable online television platforms including
Accelerate TV, Channels TV, Ndani TV and Nevada Bridge TV, signifying
the widespread acceptance of the YouTube channel.
The 2022 edition of GAGE Awards themed, “Co-Create 2022”,
which, according to the organisers, was proof of how much Africans can achieve
together in the tech space by collaborating, celebrated distinguished
individuals and brands who have utilised technology and the digital space
remarkably and with high impact.
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| REDTV’s Creative Director, Obinna Okerekeocha receiving the award |
Speaking whilst receiving the Award, REDTV’s Creative Director, Obinna Okerekeocha said “We have UBA to thank for always supporting REDTV from inception. REDTV is committed to telling the best stories from Africa and empowering the next generation of young African content creators”.
According to the REDTV Executive Producer, Bola Atta:
“REDTV’s content is diverse, modern and versatile, but also distinguishable. We
want to continue to tell positive African stories in the most entertaining and
informative manner. We also want to remain very conscious about adding value to
this segment of the economy, focusing on employing young talents across Africa
in the film industry.’
REDTV is the home to award winning content such as The Men’s
Club(TMC); Unintentional; Mighty; Assistant Madams; RED Hot Topics; Inspector
K; Our Best Friend’s Wedding; The Sauce; Boutique Hotel; Here and Now and many
others.
The GAGE is Nigeria’s leading digital awards focused on
promoting and rewarding digital personalities and brands on a global platform
with strong federal government backing through the Nigerian Communications
Commission and National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
This year’s event featured the biggest brands and
personalities in fintech, adtech, edtech, healthtech, insurtech, logistics and
supply, content and media.