The Tribune

THE National Youth Awards 2021 will be held tonight - with a host of star guests.

The event, held under the theme “Resilient Youth: Innovative, Creative and Transformative”, will be at 8.30pm, and will feature on ILTV, ZNS, OurTV and the Division of Youth Facebook page.

The event will be hosted by comedian Chigozie Ijeoma with appearances and performances by Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis, Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Mario Bowleg, Dynamite Daisy, Bishop Lawrence Rolle, Rodney Moncur, Dyson & Wendi Knight, Rev Diana Francis, double Elevation Award winner Shine Bahamas, Terrel Tinker, the Higher Level Band and more.

The NYA Nominee Special took place last night, hosted by the Head of the Division of Youth, Sandena Neely and 2020 Youth Award Winner, Brunay Clarke.

The ministry partnered with marketing and public relations firm Fincastle Media Group, BahFari Films and The Audio Doctors to produce the virtual experience.

The ceremony is promised to be an exciting experience of lights, visuals and behind the scene exclusives with participants. “It is an honor to partner with Fincastle Media Group, their professionalism, industry knowledge and wealth of talent makes for an amazing collaboration.

“The work ethic, dedication to their craft and overall commitment to excellence are qualities that we look for when establishing long term connections as we work towards the common goal of highlighting, celebrating and empowering our youth through initiatives like the National Youth Awards” said Mrs Neely.

She also commended Fincastle Media Group for their efforts in producing a stellar show that viewers can be proud of.

The National Youth awards recognises extraordinary talent, commitment and service, demonstrated by a group of outstanding Bahamian Youth between the ages of 16-29 in categories including everything from education, sports, leadership, arts & culture and more.