Dufil Prima Foods Ltd. has launched the 17th edition of the Indomie Heroes Awards, themed “Unsung Heroes,” to celebrate the bravery and resilience of Nigerian children aged 15 and under

The quest to find Nigeria’s most courageous and inspiring children has officially commenced with Dufil Prima Foods Ltd., makers of Indomie Instant Noodles, launching the 17th edition of the Indomie Heroes Awards.

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Since its inception in 2008, this annual initiative has consistently celebrated the bravery, resilience, and brilliance of Nigerian children aged 15 and below.

This year’s awards, themed “Unsung Heroes,” aim to uncover and honour remarkable acts of heroism by children across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones – stories of physical, social, and intellectual bravery that might otherwise go unnoticed. These stories embody the spirit and potential of the Nigerian child.

Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, the Group Corporate Communications and Events Manager of Dufil Prima Foods, Temitope Ashiwaju, announced the commencement of entries.

Submissions can be made via the Indomie Nigeria website at [www.heroesofnigeria.com](https://www.heroesofnigeria.com) and through email at [email address removed].

“Our commitment to spotlighting the heroic acts of Nigerian children remains unwavering,” Ashiwaju stated. “When we launched this initiative in 2008, our goal was clear—to recognize children who display uncommon courage, whether by risking their own safety, standing up to societal issues, or using their minds to solve real-world problems. Today, that mission continues stronger than ever.”

The awards process involves three stages: a call for entries through digital platforms and on-ground outreach, a thorough screening and selection by a panel of judges who will verify stories and potentially capture them through re-enactments, and finally, a grand awards ceremony in Lagos in October 2025 to celebrate the outstanding young heroes.

The award categories involve:

Physical Bravery: For children who have risked their own safety to save others or prevent harm.
Social Bravery: For those who have taken a stand against societal challenges like child marriage, illiteracy, or environmental degradation.
Intellectual Bravery: For those who have demonstrated creativity and intelligence in solving real-world problems.

Nominees must be Nigerian citizens aged 15 or younger with verifiable stories of courage and impact. A new feature for this year is state-level recognition for runners-up in each category, ensuring wider recognition for young heroes before the national event.

Ashiwaju emphasized the importance of public participation in identifying these exceptional children. “By beginning the shortlisting process early, we’re able to expand our reach and uncover even more deserving stories,” he said.

“This year, we aim to go further and deeper in identifying exceptional children who are changing their communities, quietly, yet powerfully.”

Each winner will receive an increased grand prize, along with additional rewards to support their education and development. Since its inception, the Indomie Heroes Awards has recognized 59 exceptional children, awarding millions of naira in scholarships and providing a platform for these young heroes to shine.

Dufil Prima Foods, through this 17th edition, reaffirms its commitment to celebrating the bravery, intelligence, and limitless potential of Nigeria’s next generation.