PositiveNaija Love And Heroes 2021 is aimed at celebrating the positive value of Nigerians all over the world no matter how little their impact might be, which the world might be unaware of.
The overall goal is to promote the value of the Nigerian human life through the spirit of love, gratitude and positive works/deeds. This is included on our weekly videos and Instagram page.
It is also an expansion of the traditional approach in which PositiveNaija sources for positive or good news. This means that with the PositiveNaija Love and Heroes, every Nigerian is empowered to be a reporter of that which is good and exemplary as it concerns Nigerians all over the world. This therefore, provides greater awareness and knowledge about Nigerians engaged in inspiring and worthy deeds.
It is open for everyone but we encourage nominations of people that you know personally or are around you. We encourage this so that it does not become a ‘celebrity or political’ contest/show – we believe there are a lot of Nigerians around us we can show appreciation to and not necessarily those that are popular [And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
– Hebrews 10:24].
Significantly, PositiveNaija also utilizes the Love and Heroes in honoring dead Nigerians such as members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, journalists and other civilians for their sacrifice, love and heroic feats [“By mercy and truth iniquity is purged” – Proverbs 16:6].
Criteria for PositiveNaija Love And Heroes 2021 Nominations
- Nationality: Nigerians | Cost: Free | Picture: Compulsory
- State your full names and the full names of the person you wish to celebrate (living).
- Your entry/nomination should be for only one (1) person to be celebrated.
- Nominations, once approved is one-time per year.
- Multiple entries (of individual persons) are allowed.
- For text: In 50 words (maximum), and the mandatory inclusion of 2 words Love and Thank you; state your message about this person and their good works.
- For videos: In 60 seconds (maximum), and the mandatory inclusion of 2 words Love and Thank you; state your message about this person and their good works.
- If available, links to the person’s online presence can be included.
- The person being celebrated has not been mentioned on PositiveNaija website within the current year.
- Nomination details for the PositiveNaija Love and Heroes 2021 should be sent to designated WhatsApp number only (09064503292).
- PositiveNaija scrutinises entries and approve accordingly.
- Published in the PositiveNaija weekly top news videos.
- PositiveNaija reserves the right to nominate the dead for their selflessness, sacrifice, love and heroic feats.
PositiveNaija Love And Heroes 2021
Weeks | Nominated Names | Nominators | Purpose of Celebration |
1. | Simeon Oluwafemi Jaiyeola
Rachel Oluwafemi Jaiyeola
Olayori Oluwademilade |
Kolawole Gideon Jaiyeola
Kolawole Gideon Jaiyeola
Kolawole Gideon Jaiyeola |
Best loving and correcting dad.
Sweetest mother: always believing, supporting and training.
Friend and fantabulous co-host. |
2. | Joy Mekwunye
Mary Pelemo |
Princess Nwajei
PositiveNaija |
Mother, helper and mentor.
Love and hope. |
3. | Ezinne Grace Iroh | PositiveNaija | Love. |
4. | Nasiru Saheed
Abdullahi Bhuwa Usman
Aircraftman Sunday Enwa |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and dedication.
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice. |
5. | Rev. Gideon Odoma
Mrs. Nanwul Dalut |
Sarah Timothy
Sarah Timothy |
Love and guidance.
Dedication, teacher, love and sacrifice. |
6. | Aircraftman Abubakar Ahmad | PositiveNaija | Love. |
7. | Samson Olawale Akinmade
Dele Olowoniyi |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love.
Love and courage. |
8. | Flight Lieutenant Haruna Gadzama (Captain)
Flight Lieutenant Henry Piyo (Co-pilot)
Flying Officer Micheal Okpara (Airborne Tactical Observation System specialist)
Warrant Bassey Etim (ATOS specialist)
Flight Sergeant Olasunkanmi Olawunmi (ATOS specialist)
Sergeant Ugochukwu Oluka (ATOS specialist)
Aircraftman Adewale Johnson (Onboard Technician) |
PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
9. | Major Bedan Ishaya | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
10. | Major U. I. Urang | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
11. | Patricia Azike
Jennifer Dipnap
Peter Onazi Otsaje |
Inalegwu Sammy Prince
Inalegwu Sammy Prince
Inalegwu Sammy Prince |
Discipline, strength, and inspiration.
Love, encouragement, and friendliness.
Grace, mercy and truth. |
12. | Dr. Mrs. Rose Umejiaku | Sarah Bwala Timothy | Teacher, confidence and love. |
13. | Arch. Godwin Onazi
Jennifer Titus Yusuf
Susan Odey |
Inalegwu Sammy Prince
Inalegwu Sammy Prince
Idika Helen |
Father, exemplary guide.
Friend
Friend, sister, nurturer. |
14. | Sarah Timothy
Ijosi Onazi
Ifeanyi John Ezeh |
Idika Helen
Inalegwu Sammy Prince
Inalegwu Sammy Prince |
Love, and friendship.
Sister, exemplary.
Sacrifice and humour. |
15. | Caroline Ezeigbo
Grace Ohaju
Daniel Ezeigbo |
Chioma Ezeigbo
Chioma Ezeigbo
Chioma Ezeigbo |
Strength and care.
Consistency, love and peace.
Strong support system. |
16. | Nellyhelen Ebruka
Chinonso Louisa Nwanosike
Lynda Agukwe |
Chioma Ezeigbo
Chioma Ezeigbo
Chioma Ezeigbo |
Space education.
Care for students.
Courage. |
17. | Sadiq Yusuf Sanga
Precious Nwakacha
Dorathy Yohanna |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and hope.
Love and hope.
Love and hope. |
18. | Esther Akpan
Inspector Ambi John
Iniubong Umoren |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and courage.
Love and hope.
Love and courage. |
19. | Omiragua Oghenetejiri Joel
Tosin Thomas |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and courage.
Love and courage. |
20. | C. N. Walter | PositiveNaija | Love. |
21. | Ella Williams | PositiveNaija | Love. |
22. | Babatunde Abdulrahmon | PositiveNaija | Love. |
23. | Dr. Precious Chinedu Emeka | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
24. | James Okpu | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
25. | Jumoke | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
26. | Private Salisu Rabiu
Ordinary Seaman Bilal Mohammed |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and courage.
Love and courage. |
27. | Olubunmi Afuye | PositiveNaija | Love and dedication. |
28. | Anyanime Ndarake Okon | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
29. | Gray Ekpezu | PositiveNaija | Love and hope. |
30. | Umar Bagadaza Kankara
Lauwali Dutse |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice. |
31. | CSP Fathmann Dooiyor | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
32. | Innocent Ukpere
Victor Akpan Miracle Asuquo Stella Ekikoh Ezuruike Coleman |
PositiveNaija | Love and service. |
33. | Saheed Olabomi | PositiveNaija | Love. |
34. | Dr. Morenikeji Oluwaniyi | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
35. | Abdullahi Karafa | PositiveNaija | Love and hope. |
36. | Inspector Chinedu Otu | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
37. | Mosurat Ojuade | PositiveNaija | Love and hope. |
38. | Zaharadden Isma’il | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
39. | ACM Amos Sobosu | PositiveNaija | Love, bravery and sacrifice. |
40. | Chigozie Nwaiwu | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
41. | Emmanuel Ukpong Dickson | PositiveNaija | Love and hope. |
42. | Sergeant Kombe Joseph
Inspector Amaihian Idemudian |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice. |
43. | Sergant Ifeanyi Oko | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
44. | Ifeanyi Kalu | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
45. | Aniekan Inuk Effiong | PositiveNaija | Love and dedication. |
46. | Brigadier General Dzarma Zirkusu | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
47. | ASP Francis Idoko
Inspector Emmanuel Akubo
Inspector Rufai Adamu |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice. |
48. | Lieutenant Abdurrahman Hamzala | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
49. | Israel Ladoke
Ahmed S. |
PositiveNaija
PositiveNaija |
Love and sacrifice.
Love and sacrifice. |
50. | Aminu Sani Garba | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
51. | Kasimu Lawan | PositiveNaija | Love and courage. |
52. | Flight Lieutenant John Abolarinwa and Flight Lieutenant Ebiakpo Chapele | PositiveNaija | Love and sacrifice. |
The 2020 edition of the PositiveNaija Love And Heroes can be accessed here.
“Heroism isn’t just bravery or guts or shrewd maneuvering. These things are common and are often used in unheroic ways.
No, being heroic is the ability to conjure hope where there is none.
To strike a match to light up the void. To show us a possibility for a better world—not a better world we want to exist, but a better world we didn’t know could exist.
To take a situation where everything seems to be absolutely [bad] and still
somehow make it good.
Bravery is common. Resilience is common. But heroism has a philosophical component to it. There’s some great “Why?” that heroes bring to the table—some incredible cause or belief that goes unshaken, no matter what.”
– Mark Manson