N1m Prize up for grabs as 2015 Indomie Heroes Search Begins

In a bid to celebrate the dynamism of young children and instil in them spirit of patriotism, Dufil Prima Foods Plc, makers of the foremost noodle brand, Indomie Instant Noodles, has begun the process to select winners for the 2015 Indomie Independence Day Award, Corporate Social Responsibility initiative of the company

The award winners ranking for the First, Second and Third positions will get a Scholarship award valued at N1,000,000.00, N750,000.00 and N500,000.00 respectively. Bottom of Form

Speaking at a Press Conference organised by the company on Wednesday at Protea Hotel, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, the Public Relations and Event Manager, Dufil Prima Foods Plc, Mr. Tope Ashiwaju who soke on behalf of Deepak Singhal, Group Managing Director, Dufil Prima Foods Plc, staid that the award is significant as it is rooted in the recognition of Nigerian children, those whose best efforts are very often overlooked.

In his words, “We believe that they need to be identified and celebrated publicly in other to encourage and inspire more selfless acts in these children, who would tomorrow hold various leadership positions in the country.”

“We believe that they need to be identified and celebrated publicly in other to encourage and inspire more selfless acts in these children, who would tomorrow hold various leadership positions in the country.”

In stating his company’s commitment to the cause, he said, “The initiative over the years owing to our commitment as a company to continuously impact positively on the lives of our consumers most importantly the children who represent the future have been sustained. The joy we feel in giving back to the society as a responsible corporate citizen brings our founding principles to life.”

Speaking on the selection process, the Managing Director, BD Consult Ltd, Mr.TolaBademosi explained that all entries will be scrutinized by a screening committee who later provides a shortlist for consideration by a panel of judges. The judges shall make their decision with emphasis on demonstration of exceptional courage, leadership, excellence, skills displayed, bearing in mind the degree of risk involved, the determination to conduct the act, the future goals and likely impact on society, and whether it’s an inspirational role model for other kids amongst others.

The company has called on the public to send in nominations entries for children between the ages of 5-15years, who have shown exemplary bravery difficult situations to either save lives or properties of people or have risen against challenges and limitations of the society.