Preparations are underway for the 3rd edition of the Wale Olomu Memorial Awards and Roundtable (WOMA-R), set to take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Themed “Unsung Legends Who Shaped Today’s Glory,” this year’s event will highlight the crucial role of entertainment journalism in Nigeria’s creative economy.

The Roundtable segment of the awards will bring together an esteemed panel of industry experts and thought leaders from music, media, and the broader creative sector to discuss the evolution, influence, and responsibilities of entertainment journalism in shaping modern Nigerian culture.

Confirmed Panelists for the Roundtable

This year’s roundtable promises to be insightful and impactful, with Wunmi Obe, Olumide Iyanda, and The Jide Taiwo leading the conversation. Other prominent personalities expected to participate include:

• Wunmi Obe: Multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, and bandleader. She also serves as Executive Director of Business Development and Innovation at Punch Nigeria Limited.
• Olumide Iyanda: Former entertainment writer at The Punch, ex-Editor of Saturday Independent, Publisher of QEDng, and Deputy President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers.
• The Jide Taiwo: Writer, media executive, cultural strategist, and author of the book K1 De Ultimate: A Legacy Secured, History Made.
• Aralola Olamuyiwa: A renowned talking drummer and versatile performer.
• Jimi Akinniyi (aka Jimi the Baldheaded Guy): A digital content executive at ScreenNolly and former TV producer at TVC News.
• Deborah Lawal (aka Kayefi Osha): UK-based Afro-soul singer, songwriter, and storyteller.

These distinguished individuals will share their insights on the changing dynamics of entertainment journalism, its impact on the entertainment industry, and how it has helped shape Nigerian pop culture.

Broadcast and Awards Ceremony

The WOMA-R Roundtable will be broadcast live on TopRadio 90.9 FM, allowing a wider audience to participate in this significant conversation. It will set the stage for the awards ceremony, which will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025. During this ceremony, three Lifetime Achievement honorees and five Special Recognition awardees will be celebrated for their invaluable contributions to Nigerian entertainment.

Legacy of Wale Olomu

This year’s edition will continue to honor the legacy of the late Adéwálé Olomu, whose pioneering work in entertainment journalism remains a foundational influence in the Nigerian media landscape. The awards and roundtable aim to keep his memory alive by reflecting on the contributions of those who have shaped the industry.

Looking Ahead

The Wale Olomu Memorial Awards and Roundtable is poised to become a major event on the Nigerian entertainment calendar, bringing together influencers and thought leaders to discuss and recognize the efforts of those who have contributed to the cultural and media landscape.

The full list of Special Recognition awardees will be revealed on December 20, 2025, leading up to what promises to be a grand celebration of Nigerian entertainment and its rich history.