Welcome to the Bradford Africa Awards

Overview of the Bradford Africa Awards (BAA), its purpose and history.

The Bradford Africa Awards (BAA) is a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of Africans in Bradford. As the maiden edition of this prestigious event, we aim to recognize the individuals, organizations, and community leaders who have made a significant impact across various sectors.

Why the Bradford Africa Awards Matter

We believe in celebrating Excellence

The Bradford Africa Awards stand out because they are driven by a deep commitment to recognizing the unsung heroes within the African community. In a city as diverse and vibrant as Bradford, many incredible stories go unnoticed, and we believe it’s time to change that.

Get Involved and Make a Difference

Don't be left out of an opportunity to be a part of something big

The Bradford Africa Awards is more than just an event—it’s a movement. By getting involved, you’re helping to celebrate excellence, break barriers, and inspire the next generation of leaders and changemakers in Bradford.

Your involvement can help shape the future of the African community in Bradford, ensuring its achievements are celebrated and its legacy continues to grow.

Three Simple Steps to Participate in the Bradford Africa Awards

3 Ways to Get Involved

Nominate

Recognize outstanding individuals or groups who have made significant contributions in business, arts, leadership, or community development. Submit your nominations today!

Vote

Once nominations are received, it's time to vote for the nominees who inspire you the most. Your vote helps highlight the true stars of the community.

Join the Celebration

Join us at the award ceremony to honor the winners, celebrate achievements, and enjoy the cultural richness of the African community in Bradford.

-Our Team

Meet the Faces Behind the Bradford Africa Awards

At the heart of the Bradford Africa Awards is a dedicated team of passionate individuals committed to celebrating the contributions of the African community in Bradford. Each member brings a wealth of experience, diverse perspectives, and a shared vision for promoting excellence, unity, and cultural pride.

Babatunde Ogboye (DJ OTB), a Bradford graduate in Logistics, an event manager with 15+ years of experience, entertainer, and philanthropist.

Babatunde Ogboye

Founder

Adedapo Solomon Akoni, Project Manager with 6+ years of experience, specializes in Lean Six Sigma, Power BI, and JIRA, delivering impactful projects efficiently.

Adedapo Akoni

Operations Lead

Yusuf Adebiyi, with 20+ years in stage and artist management, has worked with top Nigerian artists and now brings his expertise to the UK event scene.

Adebiyi Yusuf

Talent & Stage Manager