Photos: Campari Distributor Awards – 2Baba, Kelly Hansome Thrilled Fans on March 31st 2017
This year’s ceremony also paid homage to the renowned Campari Senator cocktail mix. Brian Munro kicked off the annual Distributors Awards yesterday March 31st at the Renaissance Hotel, Ikeja. The Award is a platform that rewards loyal and outstanding distributors through the year.
More than N12m in cash and prizes were handed out as Brian Munro Limited, Nigeria’s foremost beverage alcohol wholesaler and sole distributor of Campari in the country held its Annual Distributors Award honouring key distributors for 2016.
Staged at the Renaissance Hotel GRA, Ikeja, the invite-only event was headlined by Campari Ambassador 2Baba, who thrilled the audience with an electrifying performance of non-stop hits.
Also at the event to render equally scintillating sets were Kelly Hansome and Tee-A who left the crowd in stitches with a smorgasbord of rib-cracking jokes.
Even though 2016 proved to be a tough year for consumer goods in the Nigerian market, Brian Munro is not relenting in its brand promise, which aims at rewarding excellence. According to brand manager, Campari, Rilwan Shofunde, “Indeed 2016 was a tough year, but we always redeem our promises especially to our Distributors who have shown massive support despite the harsh economy. This year’s awards will definitely be one to remember as we intend to keep up our annual standards and give them a surprise that won’t be forgotten in a while.”
Over 15 distributors were recognized and rewarded at the ceremony, with Chigozie Anagwu emerging Distributor of the Year and carting the star prize of N5m.
‘I have no regrets working with Brian Munro all these years. This prize means a lot to me because it shows the company is aware of our efforts and loyalty towards Campari.
‘I will definitely work harder so that next year I can be here again to celebrate with my fellow distributors, Brian Munro and Campari,’ Anagwu said.
Fusing contemporary and classic tastes for over 150 years, Campari is an infusion of selected herbs and fruits in alcohol and water, which has morphed into arguably the world’s most indispensable cocktail base.
The smoothly blended liqueur is frequently served in juice, beer and soda cocktails.
In Nigeria, the Campari brand is fast becoming a fixture in bars, homes and restaurants as drinkers across Africa’s most populous nation adapt it to their unique tastes.
In particular, this year’s ceremony paid homage to the renowned Campari Senator cocktail mix – a blend of the signature Campari liqueur and beer.
Select guests also turned out in resplendent variations of the cultural ‘Senator’ outfit, in line with the designated theme and dress code.
Paul Wilson, Managing Director, Brian Munro Limited said, ‘These awards are a testament to the growing sophistication in Nigerian tastes and palates.
In what is undoubtedly a highly competitive marketplace, Campari Nigeria continues to record outstanding sales in the sector, buoyed by the hard work and dedication of our distributors. Therefore, tonight we will spare no effort or expense in recognising and honouring their tenacity.’
