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The Enugu State Government has announced plans to convene a broad-based stakeholders’ engagement meeting as part of its ongoing reforms and development initiatives in the state’s land sector.

The townhall meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026, will take place at The Dome Hall, Enugu International Conference Centre, at 10:00 a.m. prompt.

The government, in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Dr. Malachy Agbo, said the engagement is aimed at providing stakeholders with clear, accessible, and up-to-date information on land sector development in Enugu State.

According to the statement, the initiative aligns with the administration of Governor Peter Mbah’s commitment to transparency, public participation, and the establishment of a modernised land management framework capable of safeguarding the rights and investments of landowners, developers, and investors.

Dr. Agbo explained that the engagement will also serve as a platform for participants to receive firsthand directives from the Governor on land sector reforms, understand their roles and responsibilities in land administration, and identify proactive measures for protecting communities and investments.

“The meeting is designed to deepen stakeholder understanding of government policies, promote orderly land administration, and strengthen confidence in Enugu State as a preferred investment destination,” the statement said.

The townhall is open to a wide range of stakeholders, including individual landowners, families and community landholders, estate developers, residents, community layout coordinators, surveyors, land buyers and agents, property lawyers, professional bodies, traditional rulers and town unions, business operators, religious organisations, financial institutions, academic and research institutions, media organisations, civil society groups, development partners, and other concerned citizens.

The government urged all relevant stakeholders to attend and actively participate in the engagement, describing it as a critical step toward building a transparent, investor-friendly, and sustainable land management system in the state.

The wife of the Enugu State Governor, Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah, on Wednesday, 21 January 2026, intervened in a case involving the alleged financial deprivation of a widow, Mrs Ukamaka Obi, in Achi community, Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The intervention followed reports that after the death of her husband, Late Mr Samuel Obi, the sum of ₦1.6 million was withdrawn from his Automated Teller Machine (ATM) card by members of his family, who allegedly claimed the funds were being kept on her behalf. The ATM card was seized, leaving the widow and her two young children, a three-year-old boy and a one-year-old girl, without access to financial support.

Acting through her office and the Custos Care Foundation, the wife of the Governor deployed her team to Achi, working in collaboration with the leadership of Oji River Local Government, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Greg Anyaegbudike and his wife, the chairperson, Mrs Uche Anyaegbudike, local authorities, and key community stakeholders to resolve the matter.

As a result of the intervention, the ₦1.6 million was fully refunded to Mrs Ukamaka Obi by the individual involved, and her late husband’s ATM card was returned to her.

The development generated strong reactions within the Achi community, as neighbours and residents openly condemned the act. Many community members expressed anger over the situation, emphasising that such behaviour is not part of their customs or culture and is unacceptable under both moral and social standards. Barrister Chidimma Egeonu, Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties, described it as a harmful widowhood and inhumane.

Comrade Egodi Igwe, Managing Director of the Custos Care Foundation, also condemned the act, stating, “This is unacceptable and must not be allowed to happen to any widow or family in our communities.”

Mrs Uche Anyaegbudike, Chairperson of Oji River Local Government Area, stressed, “Such actions are unacceptable and do not reflect the values of our community. We will continue to protect vulnerable members of our society and prevent similar occurrences in the future.”

The community’s Chief Security Officer, Mr Nnaemeka Anyalebechi, popularly known as “Radical,” and the President-General of Achi community, Mr Agozie, assured that they would remain watchful over the situation to ensure the widow and her children are protected and that such incidents do not recur.

The President-General of the community expressed gratitude to the wife of the Enugu State Governor for her timely intervention, describing it as a demonstration of compassion, justice, and responsive leadership.

Mrs Ukamaka Obi, aged 30, is currently receiving support through the Office of the First Lady and the Custos Care Foundation, alongside care and protection for her two young children, a boy and a girl.

The Enugu State Government has recovered a total of ₦1.28 billion from Mr. Olasijibomi Ogundele, CEO of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Ltd., following investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) into the alleged diversion of funds meant for the construction of Smart Green Schools in the state.

The recovered sum, part of monies paid to the company for projects which were ostensibly abandoned or substantially unexecuted, was formally handed over to the state government on Wednesday at the EFCC Enugu Zonal Office through a series of bank drafts and cheques.

Presenting the cheques, the EFCC Zonal Director in Enugu, Daniel Ise, said the recovery was in line with the agency’s statutory mandate to trace, recover, and restitute public funds lost through economic and financial crimes.

He disclosed that the recovery followed a petition submitted by the Enugu State Government, which prompted the Commission to commence investigations.

“As of today, we have been able to recover drafts to the tune of ₦1,234,350,000 and an additional ₦50,000,000, bringing the total to ₦1,284,350,000 for the benefit of the Enugu State Government,” Ise said, attributing the progress to the diligence and professionalism of EFCC officers handling the case.

He, however, stressed that the handover did not mark the end of the investigation, assuring that the Commission would continue to examine all aspects of the petition to ensure that every kobo unaccounted for is traced and recovered.

According to him, where evidence of criminality is established, the EFCC would proceed with prosecution in line with the law.

“This does not mark the end of the case. We will look at every facet of the petition to ensure that every kobo belonging to the Enugu State Government that is not accounted for is tracked and recovered,” he said, while urging contractors to adhere strictly to extant laws, particularly the Procurement Act.

The EFCC also reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with governments at all levels to safeguard public resources, warning that accountability in the execution of public contracts remains non-negotiable.

Receiving the cheques and drafts on behalf of the state government, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, expressed appreciation to the EFCC for what he described as its professionalism, focus, and resilience despite what he termed “distractions and noise in the public space” surrounding the matter.

Prof. Onyia said the recovery underscored the Enugu State administration’s commitment to transparency, traceability, and accountability, principles he noted are central to the governance philosophy of Governor Peter Mbah, assuring that the recovered funds would be reinvested in infrastructure projects to improve the quality of life of the people of the state.

“When there was a misalignment between our intent to use taxpayers’ money for development and what we saw in terms of delivery, we approached the EFCC to help us recover the funds,” he said.

“Today marks the beginning of that recovery process, and we are pleased with the outcome so far.”

The SSG further disclosed that the state government had earlier instituted legal action against the contractor and also petitioned the EFCC, allowing due process to run its full course to avoid complications or future litigation. He noted that investigations were still ongoing and declined to pre-empt their outcome.

He further reiterated the government’s resolve to hold all contractors accountable for projects awarded to them.

The SSG emphasized that any contractor who fails to deliver value for public funds would face appropriate legal consequences based on the advice of the state’s legal authorities.

Julius Abure-led leadership of the Labour Party (LP) has vowed to appeal the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, which recognised the Caretaker Committee headed by Nenadi Usman.

The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Obiora Ifoh, made this known in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja.

According to the party, Justice Peter Lifu, in his judgment, misinterpreted the April 4, 2025, decision of the Supreme Court by declaring Nenadi Usman as Caretaker Chairman of the party.

The party said the judgment contradicted the Supreme Court’s position that no court has the power to appoint leaders for a political party, as leadership issues are internal party affairs.

It expressed satisfaction that the Federal High Court was not the final court, adding that it would approach the Court of Appeal to challenge the ruling.

Ifoh said the party was yet to obtain the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment, noting that its position would be further strengthened upon reviewing the document.

“However, from the brief we have received so far, it is clear that the party will appeal the judgment.”

Ifoh alleged that the party had earlier suspected the outcome based on what he described as the “body language” around the court proceedings. He claimed that the court denied the party the opportunity to respond to issues raised in a counter-affidavit filed by opposing parties before adjourning for judgment.

Ifoh also alleged that some adversaries celebrated prematurely on social media, claiming victory before the judgment was delivered.

He recalled that the Court of Appeal had earlier recognised the Julius Abure-led National Working Committee as the authentic leadership of the party.

According to him, Nenadi Usman had approached the Supreme Court to challenge the pronouncement, arguing that courts lacked jurisdiction over party leadership matters.

“Ironically, a Federal High Court has now gone ahead to pronounce someone as Caretaker National Chairman of a party.”

Ifoh reiterated that the Supreme Court had declined jurisdiction on leadership disputes, describing them as internal party affairs.

He added that the apex court never ruled that the tenure of the Abure-led leadership had expired and questioned how the Federal High Court arrived at the conclusion that there was a leadership vacuum without examining the validity of the party’s national convention held on March 27, 2024.

Ifoh urged party members to remain calm, assuring them that the leadership would pursue justice through lawful means.

He warned that the party was not for sale and would not relinquish its leadership position due to financial pressure. The Abuja division of the Federal High Court had declared Senator Usman as the National Chairman of the LP.

Justice Lifu consequently ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to forthwith recognise the Senator Usman-led Caretaker Committee as “the only valid authority to represent the Labour Party,” pending when the party convenes a national convention

Justice Lifu relied on the April 4, 2025 judgment of the Supreme Court to declare the former Minister of Finance, Senator Esther Nenadi Usman, as the valid leader of the party.

The judgement followed a suit marked: THC/ABJ/CS/2262/2025, which the former minister lodged before the court.

Listed as defendants in the suit were Julius Abure, the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

In his judgment, Justice Lifu held that evidence before him established that Abure’s tenure as the national chairman of the LP had since elapsed.

While dismissing Abure’s contention that the matter was an internal affair of a political party that is non-justiciable, the court held that the setting up of the LP Caretaker Committee was “a necessity” that arose from the order of the Supreme Court.

Following a leadership crisis that rocked the LP, the National Executive Committee, NEC, of the party resolved to remove Abure as the National Chairman.

To fill the leadership vacuum, the party constituted a 29-member caretaker committee, with the former Finance Minister, Usman as chairman.

The decision was the outcome of an expanded stakeholders’ meeting of the party that was hosted in Umuahia by governor Alex Otti of Abia State.

The meeting where Abure was sacked from office was chaired by his former ally and candidate of the party in the 2023 presidential election, Mr. Peter Obi.

Dissatisfied with the decision, Abure approached the Federal High Court in Abuja to validate his position as the National Chairman of the party.

In an affidavit he personally deposed to in support of the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/1271/2024, Abure told the court that following the death of the National Chairman of the LP, he was lawfully elected as the Acting National Chairman of the party at a National Executive Council, NEC, meeting of the party that held in Benin City, Edo State, on March 29, 2021.

He told the court that on April 18, 2023, at the NEC meeting of the party held in Asaba, Delta State and duly monitored by INEC, it was resolved that tenures of State Chairmen whose tenures had expired, be renewed.

He said it was at the same meeting that some members that were engaged in anti-party activities were expelled and replacements for vacant positions created as a result of the expulsion, done.

Abure averred that in line with a consensus that was reached at the meeting, the party subsequently held its National Convention on March 27, 2024, at Nnewi, Anambra State, where he was lawfully elected to the office of National Chairman of the LP.

He said the party under his leadership produced candidates for governorship elections in both Edo and Ondo states.

While both the high court and the court of appeal upheld Abure’s case and ordered INEC to recognize him, he was however dislodged by the Supreme Court which nullified the concurrent decisions of the two lower courts

In its lead judgement that was prepared by Justice Inyang Okoro, the apex court allowed the appeal that was filed by Chairman and Secretary of the Caretaker Committee, Senator Usman and Hon. Darlington Nwokocha, respectively.

Specifically, the Supreme Court had in April 2025,  set aside the judgment of the Court of Appeal in Abuja, which recognised Julius Abure as the national chairperson of the Labour Party (LP).

A five-member panel of the Supreme Court unanimously held that the Court of Appeal lacked jurisdiction to have affirmed Abure as chairman of the LP since the substance of the case was about the party’s leadership.

It held that the issue of leadership was an internal affair of a party over which courts lacked jurisdiction.

The apex court upheld the appeal filed against the judgment by Nenadi Usman, who was appointed the caretaker chairperson of the party in September 2024, and one other.

The National Executive Committee (NEC) sacked the Mr Abure-led executive in September last year and appointed Ms Usman, a former Minister of Finance and ex-senator representing Kaduna South, to lead a 29-member caretaker committee and facilitate the election of a new party leadership within 90 days.

The Supreme Court held that Ms Usman’s appeal was meritorious, as it also dismissed the cross-appeal filed by the Mr Abure-led faction of the LP for lacking merit. Sun

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered ₦1.27 billion from the CEO, Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Olasijibomi Ogundele, following the alleged diversion of funds and money laundering, totalling ₦5.7 billion and linked to the construction of 22 Smart Green Schools in different parts of Enugu state.

The anti-graft agency formally handed over cheques representing the recovered sum to the Enugu State Government.

In a 27 second video shared by Dan Nwomeh, Senior Special Assistant on Mainstream Media to the Governor of Enugu State, and sighted by PACESETTER, the cheques were received by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, who was also accompanied by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Osinachi Nnajieze.

PACESETTER reports that no official statement has been issued by either the EFCC or Enugu State Government as at press time.

Recall that in September 2025, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission declared Lagos-based businessman, Olasijibomi Ogundele, wanted over alleged diversion of funds and money laundering.

This was also as the Enugu State Government accused the CEO of Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, Olasijibomi Ogundele, of defrauding the state of nearly N6bn, noting that Ogundele vanished into thin air after he was paid the said sum for the construction of 22 Smart Green Schools in different parts of the state.

…More details later

 

Hope for the full activation of the recently approved international status of the Victor Attah International Airport (VAIA) received a major boost on Monday as the Committee on the Actualisation of the Airport’s International Status conducted a comprehensive inspection of facilities, ahead of the planned commencement of international flight operations in April.

The inspection covered critical infrastructure and operational areas, including the access road, terminal building, apron, taxiway, security perimeter fencing, IP intelligence security cameras, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility, vegetation clearing, as well as the transformer area and medium voltage power panels, among others.

Speaking after the exercise, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Chairman of the Committee, Prince Enobong Uwah, expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work at the airport, noting that the current level of progress gives confidence that the April timeline for international operations will be achieved.

Prince Uwah explained that following the inauguration of the committee by Governor Umo Eno on January 5, the inspection became imperative to assess readiness across key operational areas, identify infrastructure gaps, and ensure timely interventions to guarantee a seamless take-off of international flights.

He assured that the committee would maintain continuous oversight through periodic inspections until all components of the project are fully completed.

The SSG commended contractors handling various aspects of the project, including VKS, Premium Construction Company and others, for the speed and quality of work delivered so far, while urging them to intensify efforts to meet set deadlines.

Addressing the committee during the inspection, Engr. Oliver Ebong of VKS, the firm handling the international terminal, highlighted areas requiring urgent attention to ensure full completion of the facility and assured that work on the terminal would be concluded by the end of March.

It will be recalled that Governor Umo Eno inaugurated the committee following a technical assessment visit to the airport by a Federal Government team led by the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, to commence the process of giving effect to the international operations at the airport.

Other members of the committee who participated in the inspection included the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Uko Udom, SAN; the Commissioner for Finance and Special Duties, Mr. Emem Bob; and the Managing Director of the Airport Development Authority, Mr. Uwem Ekanem.

Others are the Managing Director of Ibom Air, Mr. George Uriesi; the Permanent Secretary, Special Duties, Engr. Ephraim Udosen; and the Accountant-General, Pastor Uwem Andrew Essien.

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf yesterday gave an insight into his meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Aso Villa on Monday.

…as VC, host communities applaud governor’s resolve to strengthen campus security

The Enugu State Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah, has approved the immediate commencement of perimeter fencing at the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) in a decisive move to enhance security for students, staff and critical infrastructure within the institution.

The approval was announced on Tuesday at the university during a groundbreaking ceremony by the Vice Chancellor (VC), Prof. Aloysius-Michaels Okolie, who described the intervention as timely and reflective of the governor’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding public institutions.

Prof. Okolie said the fencing project underscored Governor Mbah’s bold vision to reposition ESUT as a leading hub for science, technology and innovation, anchored on safety, stability and infrastructure renewal. He commended the governor for what he termed his prompt and hands-on response to challenges confronting the university.

“This project is about protection, order and growth. It is not meant to isolate the university from its host communities, but to secure lives, property and investments for the collective good,” the vice chancellor stated.

Stakeholders and representatives of the host communities comprising Umueze, Amankanu-Amurri, Obe and Agbani were unanimous in praising the governor’s intervention, describing it as a major boost to peace, security and development within and around the university environment.

The VC also lauded the cordial relationship between ESUT and its host communities, noting that the university had consistently upheld its obligations through employment opportunities, admissions and other community benefits. He assured them of sustained engagement and consultation as the fencing project progresses.

Highlighting other ongoing interventions, Prof. Okolie disclosed that the university had already provided a N1 billion counterpart fund for the construction of two modern hostel blocks with a combined capacity of 1,600 bed spaces—800 each for male and female students—under a partnership arrangement, adding that work was also advancing on a new Faculty of Social Sciences and a university printing press, both nearing completion.

According to him, ESUT is also set to strengthen campus security architecture through improved lighting and surveillance. He revealed that the lawmaker representing Nkanu West/East at the Federal House of Representatives, Hon. Nnolim Nnaji, had pledged 200 solar-powered streetlights for the institution, a development expected to pave the way for the deployment of closed-circuit television cameras and a central monitoring system.

Speaking on behalf of Amurri people, the President-General of Amankanu-Amurri, Hon. Victor Okechukwu, said Governor Mbah’s interventions had restored peace and accelerated development in the university area, adding that the fencing project had already enabled smooth site clearing and foundation work.

Similarly, the President-General of Umueze Awkunanaw, Engr. Okwudiri Ohaa, thanked the governor for placing ESUT high on his development agenda and pledged the continued support of his community. He also commended the vice chancellor for promoting fairness, justice and equity among the host communities.

Chief Igwenagu Ngene, who spoke for community stakeholders, expressed gratitude to the Enugu State Government for siting the university on their land, describing the sacrifices made by the communities as worthwhile given the transformation and opportunities ESUT had brought.

He acknowledged the scale and cost implications of fencing a university of ESUT’s size and applauded Governor Mbah for shouldering the responsibility. He assured that the host communities would fully support the project to ensure its successful completion.

On behalf of the students, the President of the Students’ Union Government, Comrade Chizaram Nwodo, said the governor’s approval had answered a long-standing demand of the student body. She noted that the fencing would significantly enhance safety and curb unauthorised access to the campus, while commending the university management for prioritising student welfare.

The ceremony climaxed with the breaking of kola nuts and symbolic site clearing, as the traditional ruler of Umueze Community, Igwe Emeka Ani, reaffirmed the support of the traditional institution and urged all stakeholders to rally behind the project for timely delivery.

Governor of Imo State, Sen. Hope Uzodimma, has inaugurated a Fact-Finding and Implementation Committee to drive the recovery and rehabilitation of communities recently affected by insecurity in the Okigwe zone.

The initiative follows what the Governor described as successful efforts to restore peace in the area. The committee will focus on communities across Okigwe, Onuimo, and Ehime Mbano Local Government Areas.

The committee is chaired by His Eminence, Dr. Samuel C. Kanu Uche, Prelate Emeritus of the Methodist Church of Nigeria, and includes prominent leaders drawn from the Okigwe Senatorial Zone.

Its mandate is to assess the scale of damage and recommend practical measures for a comprehensive government-led rehabilitation programme.

The Governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the safety and welfare of citizens, noting that efforts to safeguard lives and property remain a top priority.

…Minister Udeh Highlights Importance of First Ever Nigeria House to STI Ecosystem

Leading a high-level Nigerian delegation, Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, GCON, and the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochi Udeh, SAN, are attending the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, Switzerland.”

On Monday, January 19, 2026, the Vice president inaugurated Nigeria House in Davos, Switzerland, describing the pavilion as a clear signal of the country’s renewed commitment to active participation in the global economy.

The Vice President stated that the opening of Nigeria House reflects the country’s renewed seriousness, readiness, and resolve to take its place as an active participant in shaping global economic conversations.

According to a post on the Vice President’s official X handle, he emphasized that nations do not prosper in isolation and that Nigeria’s future growth depends on deliberate, structured engagement with the global economy.

“This day is extraordinary in the history of our engagements at this beautiful meeting point of global political leadership, policy thinkers, and corporate enterprise. For the first time in our nation’s history, Nigeria stands at Davos with a sovereign pavilion of its own.”

The Vice President stressed that although Nigeria House was conceived as a whole-of-government platform, bringing together leadership across trade, investment, foreign affairs, energy, infrastructure, technology, climate and culture, its success would ultimately be driven by private enterprise.

At the global forum, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochi Udeh, SAN, is engaging world leaders, investors, and technology stakeholders on innovation-led growth, Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies, and sustainable economic development, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

Nigeria is positioning Science, Technology and Innovation as a core driver of economic transformation, competitiveness, and inclusive national development.

Speaking on the impact and importance of the unveiled Nigeria House for the Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) ecosystem of President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, Udeh said:

“The House affords businesses, organizations, countries and innovators, attending the World Economic Forum this year and in the following years, opportunities to engage with any aspect of Nigeria’s economic or social interest for the purposes of investment; partnership in science, technology and innovation; among others. The Nigeria House will host events focused on opportunities across all sectors of Nigeria’s economy, national life, continental commitments and international engagements”.

On what the World Economic Forum in Davos will mean for science and technology, the Senior Advocate of Nigeria explained that it projects the opportunities in Nigeria’s STI ecosystem for global STI players; presents Nigeria’s current strategic priorities, focus and roadmap for STI; while inviting strategic partnerships from world political and business leaders in that regard.

He added that while engagements are ongoing, the Nigerian STI ecosystem has already recorded some successes, with more gains expected in the medium to long term.

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole, applauded Shettima’s support for the project, describing Nigeria House as a product of strong public-private partnership and a symbol of renewed national pride.

Other dignitaries at the event included the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar; the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, Engr. Faruk Yusuf Yano; heads of agencies and captains of industry.

The World Economic Forum 2026 runs from January 19 to 23, with the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Tochi Udeh, SAN, and the rest of Nigeria’s delegation also expected to participate in high-level discussions and bilateral engagements aimed at attracting investment aligned with th e country’s broader reform agenda.

Plans have been concluded for the maiden Nigeria Reputation Summit convened by Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NRMG), a private sector-driven initiative of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR),

Holding today, Tuesday, 20th January, 2026, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja, the Summit will have in attendance, notable stakeholders from government, business, and civil society to advance conversations around rebuilding the nation’s reputation, considered a capital asset.

Expected at the summit which will feature a special interactive session focused on young Nigerians include the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande and former Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN) who will deliver a keynote address under the theme “Better Nigeria, Better Reputation.”

The youth-based interactive session themed “The Power of Youth, Technology & Creativity in Rebuilding Nigeria’s Reputation” will explore how innovation, digital platforms, and the creative economy can be leveraged to project a more positive and authentic image of Nigeria.

Established to harness the reputation drivers that shape Nigeria’s image, NRMG seeks to promote deliberate and coordinated efforts that positively influence behaviours, narratives, and national consciousness.

Speaking on the summit, Chairman of NRMG, Yomi Badejo-Okusanya, fnipr, said the initiative was borne out of the need for a more intentional approach to managing Nigeria’s reputation.

“A nation’s reputation is not built by chance. It is shaped by leadership, institutions, citizens, and the stories we tell through our actions. The Nigeria Reputation Summit provides a platform to align these forces and take responsibility for how Nigeria is seen and experienced,” Badejo-Okusanya said.