Miss Amarachi Uyanne, has received an Award for Excellence from the Oba of Benin, for her sterling performance in the just concluded reality TV talent hunt show. Eight-year-old Amarachi was among ten outstanding persons honoured by His Royal Highness, Omo No’ba N’edo Uku Akpolokpolo Erediauwa, at the annual event that recognizes achievers within the Oba’s domain.
The young violinist and dancer stunned Nigerians when she outclassed 50 other contestants to emerge the winner of the maiden edition of the Got Talent competition that was sponsored by Airtel Nigeria.
The highly revered Monarch who personally presided over the Awards Presentation ceremony in his Palace in Benin City said the recognition was to encourage excellence among the subjects of the kingdom in their various fields.