Anthony Navo Bags Bar Association Award …For Promoting Justice and rule of law through Responsible Journalism…
By Amin Kef Sesay
The Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Young Voices (AYV) Media Empire, Ambassador Anthony Navo Jr. has received an award from the Sierra Leone Bar Association for his continued commitment in promoting justice and rule or law through responsible Journalism. The award given to Anthony Navo serves as a testament of his contributions to the media landscape in SierraLeone and his tireless efforts to make a positive impact in his constituency.
Under his leadership, Anthony Navo, has succeeded in transforming AYV Media Empire as not only the beacon of hope for independent and quality journalism but also the hub for factual and credible news in SierraLeone.
Further mentioned was his unwavering dedication to empowering young people and giving them a platform to tell their stories which has inspired a new generation of journalists and media professionals.
Amb. Navo Jr. is a recipient of various national and international awards including the Most Credible Africans Award; Man of the Year Award from the Women’s Group – Sisters Choice; Lifetime Achievement Award from National Entertainment, Most Influential Person of the Year – Sierra Leone, and host of others.
He is a recipient of the 10 Most Outstanding Sierra Leoneans Award – a recognition given out by Chosen Generation Sierra Leone – a group of young Sierra Leonean professionals.
Amb Navo Jr. was among the first SierraLeone recipients of the Most Credible Africans Award. The list, compiled by Reputation Poll International (RPI), a leading reputation management and public relations consultancy firm, recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and have built a strong reputation.
This award is a testament to the contributions that Amb Navo Jr. makes to the African continent.
It highlights his achievements and his work to improve the lives of others and make a positive impact in the world.
Amb Navo has been credited as an inspiration to all Africans and a source of hope and great pride.
The Sierra Leone’s business magnate, Amb Anthony Navo Jr. is also a distinguished recipient of the African Achievers Awards, as “African Media Entrepreneur of the Year”, for his unprecedented and unparalleled contributions to the development of the media landscape in the West African country.
From a small project, which started with a newspaper and 19 staff, today AYV Media Empire is the largest private media investment in SierraLeone comprising newspaper, printing press (machines), film production, television stations, a radio station and employing over 500 SierraLeoneans at home and abroad.
It is the only Sierra Leonean owned television station with a media house in London.
Amb. Navo Jr. has invested single-handedly over 10 million United States dollars in AYV Media Empire with the recent construction of a multi – million-dollar complex hosting the Housemates – Salone (a leading Reality TV Show in the sub-region).
