{"id":15994,"date":"2026-08-05T12:31:04","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T12:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/?p=15994"},"modified":"2026-08-05T12:31:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T12:31:04","slug":"nigeria-hosts-world-business-for-expatriates-awards-in-abuja","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/nigeria-hosts-world-business-for-expatriates-awards-in-abuja\/","title":{"rendered":"NIGERIA Hosts World Business for Expatriates\u2019 Awards in Abuja"},"content":{"rendered":"

*Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Aviation take leading roles in epoch ceremony to hold on Thursday, 20th August 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*Chief Host: Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo to occupy as the Host, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed Phd, will attend as the Special Guest of Honour<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*”The Expatriates Business Awards has evolved into Nigeria’s foremost platform for recognizing the invaluable contributions of expatriate investors, foreign missions, international organizations, and migrant communities whose investments, innovation, and partnerships continue to create jobs, promote technology transfer, and stimulate sustainable economic growth across the country\u201d <\/strong><\/span>-Director of Awards, Odunola Abayomi<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

*BY REACHEL IKAGBI\/DIPLOMATIC Editor, Nigeria\/NAIJA STANDARD NEWSPAPER Inc USA<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

AFRICA\u2019S most populous black nation in the world is set to witness a history, an electrifying milestone in a one-stop high profile event that converges top Nigerian government functionaries, diplomats, billionaire entrepreneurs; diplomats and captains of industries in a round table \u2018Expatriates Business Awards\u2019, which rewards innovation, creativity, promote technology transfer; and stimulate sustainable economic growth across the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The stage, already set for the third edition of The Expatriates Business Awards (TEBA), Nigeria’s premier platform is dedicated to celebrating the remarkable contributions of expatriate businesses, foreign missions, international personalities, and migrant communities to the country’s economic growth and national development.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The prestigious event is scheduled to hold on Thursday, 20th August 2026, at the Rotunda Hall, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja, with the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, serving as the Chief Host.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Playing a receptive Host to the ceremony is the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, while the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dunoma Umar Ahmed Phd, will attend as the Special Guest of Honour. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Also expected at the event is the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mahmud Adam Kambari, alongside an array of distinguished diplomats, senior government officials, captains of industry, members of the diplomatic corps, and renowned business leaders from across the international community.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Speaking ahead of the ceremony, the Director of Awards, Odunola Abayomi, described this year’s edition as a significant milestone in strengthening Nigeria’s relationship with the international business community.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In the words of Abayomi, “The Expatriates Business Awards has evolved into Nigeria’s foremost platform for recognizing the invaluable contributions of expatriate investors, foreign missions, international organizations, and migrant communities whose investments, innovation, and partnerships continue to create jobs, promote technology transfer, and stimulate sustainable economic growth across the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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“This year’s edition promises to be bigger and more impactful as we honour individuals and organizations whose commitment to Nigeria has inspired confidence in our economy and strengthened bilateral and multilateral relationships. We are particularly honoured to have the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, as our Chief Host, reflecting the growing importance of international partnerships in Nigeria’s development agenda.”<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

She further noted that TEBA has become a unique platform that promotes economic diplomacy, celebrates excellence, and encourages greater foreign participation in Nigeria’s investment landscape.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

As a trademarked initiative, The Expatriates Business Awards continues to distinguish itself as Nigeria’s leading recognition platform for foreign businesses. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The evening will feature the presentation of prestigious awards, colourful cultural exhibitions, high-level networking opportunities, and other entertainment, showcasing the rich cultural diversity and enduring partnerships between Nigeria and the global community.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The organizers have assured guests of an evening of elegance, diplomacy, celebration, and meaningful engagement as stakeholders from government, the diplomatic community, and the private sector gather to celebrate excellence and strengthen international cooperation.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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