Veteran musician, producer and music executive Tony Okoroji will the special guest in the April edition of The Forum by O’jez.
Chief Okoroji a copy right advocate will grace the occasion on Sunday April 27, 2025 at the Ojez Sports Lounge, National Stadium complex in Surulere, Lagos.
According to the organisers of The Forum by O’jez, the former Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria president would be honoured for his outstanding contributions to the growth and protection of intellectual property rights in Nigeria.
Chief Okoroji, who is the Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON) chairman, also is being recognised for his enduring impact on the country’s music and entertainment industry. A tireless crusader for artistes’ rights, Okoroji has played a pivotal role in shaping policy and advocating for creators’ welfare over the decades.
This recognition comes as a prelude to the much-anticipated COSON Week 2025, scheduled to start on May 25, 2025 with the heavily advertised National Day of Prayer called COSON in the Church which will involve Nigerians across the world. The week-long series of events celebrates the vibrancy of Nigerian music and the progress of copyright protection in the creative sector.
The organising committee of The Forum, disclosed that all necessary arrangements were being made to ensure a befitting and memorable ceremony in Chief Okoroji’s honour. The Forum, known for celebrating excellence and leadership across different sectors, described the honour as “well deserved and long overdue”.
In a statement, Chief Okoroji expressed his gratitude and excitement about the upcoming recognition. He noted that he had extended invitations to friends, colleagues, and industry stakeholders to join him in celebrating the occasion.
The April edition of The Forum by Ojez promises to be an evening of glamour, music, and heartfelt tributes to one of Nigeria’s most iconic voices in the creative arts sector.
