Dufil Prima Foods Ltd, makers of Indomie Instant Noodles, has unveiled 16th edition of its corporate social responsibility initiative, the Indomie Heroes Awards in rewarding Nigeria’s extraordinary children
Held annually, the Indomie Heroes Awards has become a source of inspiration, celebrating the selflessness and bravery of young heroes across the country. This year’s edition tagged ‘Unsung Heroes’, will feature a collection of captivating and inspiring stories from different states across the six geo-political zones of Nigeria. These commendable acts of physical, social, and intellectual bravery have often gone unnoticed and uncelebrated until Indomie introduced this innovative programme.
Speaking at a press conference held in, the Group corporate communications and events manager, Dufil Prima Foods, Temitope Ashiwaju, disclosed that the field search exercise has already kicked off, while online submissions commenced on May 9, 2024, and continue until June 30th, 2024. All entries will be subjected to a screening process and a final selection process of winners will be done by a team of credible judges.”
He explained that “the Indomie Heroes Award is dedicated to acknowledging heroic feats achieved by Nigerian children, effectively investing in the future of our nation. Our commitment over the past 16 years as a company to positively impact the lives of our core consumers, children, remains steadfast.”
According to him, Dufil Prima Foods in 2008 created this unique Social Responsibility Initiative out of the need to shine the spotlight on the Nigerian Child.
“This award is to recognize children who have, against all odds, exhibited extraordinary acts of bravery in the face of danger, societal challenges which have sometimes even brought them injury. The award seeks to extol the exemplary accomplishments of children who have shown courage and determination in situations that ordinarily would bring fear. It is also meant to encourage excellence, reward merit and inspire selflessness and patriotism in our youngsters.”
Ashiwaju urged parents, guardians, teachers and the public to submit inspiring stories of young heroes who they feel have demonstrated exceptional bravery.
On her part, the national coordinator for Indomie Fan Club, Karishma Rustagi, underscored the vital role the media plays in amplifying the notable achievements of children in the society, and pointed out that by spotlighting deserving children and their remarkable deeds, the media contributes significantly to honouring the true heroes of our time.
The 2024 edition of the award will feature three categories, namely: Physical Bravery, Intellectual Bravery, and Social Bravery. Three children will be awarded winners, with each deserving recipient receiving N1.5 million, among other rewards.
Over the last 16 years, the Indomie Heroes Awards has produced a total of 52 winners who were rewarded with scholarships worth several millions of naira both from the brand and well-meaning Nigerians who developed interest after hearing their stories.