May Edochie beats Brain Jotter, Tacha, others to snag major award; Danielle picks it up for her mum (VIDEO)

• At this year’s star-studded annual awards gala, which celebrates the influencers and entertainers who have dominated social media with their exceptional work, May Edochie emerged as one of the night’s biggest triumphs.
• In a bold victory, she edged out big names like Brain Jotter, Tacha, Stan Nze, and Yhemolee to clinch a major award.
• Adding to the excitement, her daughter and a close friend took the spotlight, stepped in to accept the award on her behalf—an unforgettable moment that sent fans buzzing across social media.

May Edochie, the fierce and unstoppable force in the world of brand influencing, and estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, achieved yet another monumental feat at the recently wrapped Social Media Awards event.

Nominated alongside some of the most influential figures of the year—Skitmaker Brain Jotter, BBNaija’s Tacha, Nollywood’s Stan Nze, and socialite Yhemolee—May proved, yet again, that her influence on social media is unmatched, clinching the prestigious ‘Best Brand Ambassador’ award, a category filled with fierce competition.

The event, which took place in the heart of Lagos, had all eyes on the stage as the nominees were announced. When May’s name rang out as the winner, the audience was on the edge of their seats and viewers watching online, eager to see the woman of the hour step forward.

Stepping into the spotlight in her mother’s place, May’s daughter, Danielle, who herself had been a recipient of this very award the previous year, walked with poise and pride to the stage. With her was May’s trusted friend, the charismatic Commissioner Dj Wysei, ready to share the moment.

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The viral clip of the moment ignited a wildfire of reactions across social media as fans flooded the platform with praise for May’s incredible achievement, and many marveled at the generational legacy she’s building.

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The Social Media Awards (SMA) event celebrates those who are reshaping the digital landscape, pushing the limits of what social media can achieve for the greater good.

Whether it’s spreading positivity, raising awareness for crucial causes, or delivering valuable information and top-tier entertainment, the SMA recognized the trailblazers whose online presence is making a real difference.