Musa delighted to make list of 100 Most Influential Young Africans

By Akeem Lawal

NIGERIA internationals, Ahmed Musa is in cloud nine after being listed among the 2018 100 Most Influential Young Africans, Sportsbiz247.blogspot.com reports.

The list which was announced by Africa Youths Award for 100 young achievers from 26 African countries also includes former Super Eagles and Chelsea winger, Victor Moses, Nigerian singers, David Adeleke, better known by his stage name, Davido; popular artiste, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz.

Musa who will feature for Super Eagles in Saturday’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Pirates of Seychelles in Victoria expressed delight to make the list.

“Honored to be on this list! Africa United 🔥🔥🔥👊🏿,” the Al-Nassr forward said on his verified Twitter account @Ahmedmusa718.

Prince Akpah, Founding President of the awards, which was launched in 2016, said this year's list recorded 90 new entrants and 43 females, features young politicians, activists, entrepreneurs, entertainers, digital influencers, philanthropists & athletes across 10 distinct categories who are blazing various trails and promoting the positive image of Africa across the globe.

According to him, this year’s honorees were listed for their individual and collective contributions towards positioning the image of Africa as frontrunners in their respective fields. He also urged other young Africans to emulate the footstep of the listed individuals and join them to make Africa a better and safer place for young dreamers.

Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana & Tanzaania all lead the list with 20, 17, 12 & 8 representatives respectively.

The list which was compiled in partnership with Avance Media, mynaijanaira.com & Made Marketing Group presents an opportunity for young Africans to stay committed to their individual causes and continue to blaze trails across their various fields.

Below is the full list:

ABD Traore

Abdellah Mallek

Adeola Fayehun

Ahmed Musa

Akwasi Frimpong

AliKiba

Ama Duncan

Amina Rabar

Amy Sarr Fall

Ancillar Mangena-Nombewu

Anita Adetola Adetoye

Âurea Mouzinho

Aya Chebbi

Bamai Namata

Bogolo Kenewendo

Bonang Matheba

Brian Amoateng

Brian Mutebi

Cassper Nyovest

David Moinina Sengeh

Davido

Dikeledi Mokoena

Dominique Alonga

Dr Sandile Kubheka

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi

Shakira Choonara

Edem Agbana

Ester Simon

Falz

Faraja Nyalandu

Farida Bemba Nabourema

Feka Parchibell Parch

Frank Edwards

Gideon Danso

Hamamat Montia

Hanane El Khader

Herieth Paul

Hodan Osman

Ibrahim Ceesay

Jennifer Bash

Joybert Javnyuy

Jumanne Mtambalike

Kalidou Koulibaly

Kelvin Nyame

Kenneth Okwor

Kenny Blaq

Kevin Lubega

Kgomotso Phatsima

Kow Essuman

Kungaba Fongoh Leonel

Kwame A.A Opoku

Luthando Shosha

Mabutho Mthembu

Maria Borges

Mbali Ntuli

Mbwana Samatta

Medhi Benatia

Millard Ayo

Mohamed Salah

Musawenkosi Saurombe

Mwiya Musokotwane

Nabimanya Humphrey

Nana Aba Anamoah

Nana Appiah Mensah

Nasty C

Nice Nailantei Leng’ete

Nneile Nkholise

Nomzamo Mbatha

Nontokozo Madonsela

Obinwanne Okeke

Olasupo Abideen

Orapeleng Modutle

Pedro Lopes

Percy Tau

Prince Louis Omolayo Adekola

Rachel Sibande

Raphael Obonyo

Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu

Sadio Mane

Samuelle Dimairho

Sandra Ochola

Scheaffer Okore

Sherrie Silver

Sidiki Diabaté

Simidele Adeagbo

Stonebwoy

Sylvester Chauke

Takunda Chingonzo

Thando Thabethe

Toke Makinwa

Tomi Adeyemi

Tonye Rex Idaminabo

Ubi Franklin

Victor Moses

Victoria Ibiwoye

Wadi Ben-Hirki

Xtian Dela

Yannick Nzonde

Yasmin Belo-Osagie

Yusuf Bakhresa