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  • 6th Frontier Discourse Awards: Nnamani, Galadima, Udeh, Flutterwave CEO, SMEDAN DG, Enugu Air, Aniagolu, BBC’s Maishanu, Among Honourees

    6th Frontier Discourse Awards: Nnamani, Galadima, Udeh, Flutterwave CEO, SMEDAN DG, Enugu Air, Aniagolu, BBC’s Maishanu, Among Honourees

    Pacesetter Frontier Magazine has unveiled an array of distinguished individuals and organisations selected for honours at the sixth edition of the Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards, scheduled to hold at the Nigerian National Merit Award House, popularly known as Merit House, in Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

    The recognition celebrates individuals and institutions drawn from different sectors and whose contributions have made an impact across public service, technology, media, business, literature and humanitarian development.

    Speaking in Abuja, Frank Ufondu disclosed that the awardees were carefully selected following a rigorous deliberation and voting by the magazine’s Board of Editors. He noted that the recognition celebrates individuals and institutions whose impactful work continue to inspire positive change and leadership in their respective fields.

    Full List of 6th Frontier Discourse Awardees

    The awardees announced by the organisers are:

    LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
    Sen. Dr. Ken Nnamani, GCON

    PUBLIC SECTOR PERSON OF THE YEAR
    Dr. Kingsley Udeh, SAN

    LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
    Alhaji Buba Galadima

    MEDIA PERSON OF THE YEAR (BROADCAST – TV)
    Charles Aniagolu

    TECH PERSON OF THE YEAR
    Olugbenga “GB” Agboola

    FRONTIER PERSON AWARD
    Femi Falana, SAN

    MEDIA PERSON OF THE YEAR (DIGITAL)
    Madina Maishanu

    BRAND OF THE YEAR
    Enugu Air

    YOUNG PERSON OF THE YEAR
    Charles Odii

    MEDIA PERSON OF THE YEAR (BROADCAST – RADIO)
    Sulaiman Pooja Adebayo

    LITERARY ICON OF THE YEAR
    James Nnaji

    HUMANITARIAN SERVICE AWARD
    Lagos Food Bank Initiative (LFBI)

    EMERGING BRAND IMPACT AWARD
    Igbo Hangout & Festival

    Musawa to Chair as Falana Delivers Keynote

    The sixth edition will be chaired by Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, while renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, will deliver the keynote address.

    Themed “Barrel to Ballot: The Naturalisation of Violence, Nigeria’s Polity and its Democratic Circus,” the public lecture will examine the relationship between violence, democratic governance and Nigeria’s political development, particularly against the backdrop of the 2027 general elections.

    The event will bring together political leaders, policy experts, media professionals and other stakeholders to deliberate on insecurity, electoral violence, the challenges facing democratic institutions and the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process.

    The panel session will feature former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani; Deputy National Chairman (South) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Ben Nwoye; Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, mni; President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, Dr. Tope Fasua; and Zainab Buba Galadima.

    The discussions are expected to provide an opportunity for participants to examine the implications of political violence and insecurity for democratic governance and Nigeria’s electoral future.

    The red carpet is scheduled for 10 a.m., while the main event will commence at 11 a.m.

    Other activities lined up for the programme include history sessions, comedy, poetry and exhibitions.

    Expected participants include business leaders, religious figures, traditional rulers, politicians, youth groups, civil society organisations, professional bodies and members of educational institutions.

    For sponsorship, partnership and other enquiries, members of the public can call or send WhatsApp messages to 09137940957.

    The event partners include One Stewart Ventures Limited, Frontline Africa, Igwesi Human Development Centre, Steve Oruruo Foundation, ROWE Oil and Royal Entourage Consult.

  • Frontier Discourse Public Lecture: Zainab Buba Galadima Joins Panelists for 6th Edition

    Frontier Discourse Public Lecture: Zainab Buba Galadima Joins Panelists for 6th Edition

    Zainab Buba Galadima has joined the list of panelists for the sixth edition of the Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards, scheduled to hold in Abuja, as the organisers prepare to examine insecurity, electoral violence, Nigeria’s politics and democratic process ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    She joins former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani; Deputy National Chairman (South) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Ben Nwoye; Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, mni; and the President’s Special Adviser on Economic Affairs, Dr. Tope Fasua, among the discussants unveiled for the event.

    The lecture, organised by Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, will focus on the theme, “Barrel to Ballot: The Naturalisation of Violence, Nigeria’s Polity and its Democratic Circus.”

    The theme is expected to stimulate discussions on violence, democratic governance and the challenges confronting Nigeria’s political system as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.

    Frontier Discourse, an annual colloquium launched in 2021, was conceived as a platform to bridge the gap between African leaders and citizens through dialogue, policy reviews and the exchange of development ideas. It also recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to Africa’s growth.

    Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, a privately owned print and digital publication established in 2020, organises the initiative, which has become a platform for engagement on national and continental issues.

    A member of the organising committee, Frank Ufondu, said the diversity of the panelists was intended to bring different perspectives to the discussion.

    “Our choices of discussants were carefully curated. We want to have a healthy mix of different contributions during the session so that delegates can leave the event with a wholesome perspective of the issues confronting us as a nation ahead of the 2027 general elections”.

    The event is expected to attract captains of industry, religious leaders, traditional rulers, politicians, youth organisations, civil society and non-governmental organisations, professional bodies, representatives of the formal sector, secondary school students, undergraduates and award recipients.

    Beyond the panel discussions, the programme will feature history sessions, comedy, poetry and exhibitions.

    The sixth edition will hold at the Nigerian National Merit Award House, also known as Merit House, in Maitama, Abuja. The red carpet is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m., while the main event will commence at 11 a.m.

    The organisers said attendance and registration are free. Interested participants can register to reserve their seats through https://forms.gle/C6Rtpjv5gQUBm31T9.

    For sponsorship, partnership and other enquiries, members of the public can call or send WhatsApp messages to 09137940957.

    The event partners include One Stewart Ventures Limited, Frontline Africa, Igwesi Human Development Centre, Steve Oruruo Foundation, ROWE Oil and Royal Entourage Consult.

  • Barrel to Ballot: Shehu Sani, Nwoye, Ikechukwu, Fasua Named Panelists for 6th Frontier Discourse Lecture

    Barrel to Ballot: Shehu Sani, Nwoye, Ikechukwu, Fasua Named Panelists for 6th Frontier Discourse Lecture

    Former Senator representing Kaduna Central, Senator Shehu Sani; the Deputy National Chairman (South) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Ben Nwoye; the Executive Director of Development Specs Academy, Prof. Okey Ikechukwu, mni; and Special Adviser to Nigeria’s President on Economic Affairs, Dr. Tope Fasua, have been unveiled as panelists for the 6th edition of the Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards holding in Abuja.

    The lecture which has as its theme – “Barrel to Ballot: The Naturalisation of Violence, Nigeria’s Polity and its Democratic Circus” is promising to be a personality studded lecture and awards.

    Organized by Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, a privately owned, dual-bureau print and digital publication established in 2020, Frontier Discourse, an annual colloquim launched in 2021, was conceived as a platform to bridge the gap between Africa’s leaders and citizens. It facilitates dialogue, policy reviews, and the exchange of development ideas, while recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to Africa’s growth.

    The initiative has gained credibility as a platform for constructive engagement, fostering informed discussions on national and continental issues.

    Delegates include captains of industry, spiritual leaders, traditional rulers, the political class, youth bodies, civil and non-governmental organizations, professional bodies, the formal sector, high school students, college undergraduates, and recipients of our honors.

    Additionally, Frontier Discourse features history sessions, comedy, poetry, and exhibitions.

    A member of the media organization’s hosting committee, Frank Ufondu, noted that the diversity in the panel offers what will be a rich blend of contributions.

    “Our choices of discussants were carefully curated. We want to have a healthy mix of different contributions during the session so that delegates can leave the event with a wholesome perspective of the issues confronting us as a nation ahead of the 2027 general elections”.

    The event will hold at the Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House), Maitama, Abuja.

    The red carpet begins at 10:00am, while the main event starts at 11:00am.

    The organisers said attendance and registration are free. Interested participants can register to reserve a seat using: https://forms.gle/C6Rtpjv5gQUBm31T9

    For sponsorship, partnership or enquiries, organisers provided 09137940957 for calls and WhatsApp messages.

    The event partners are One Stewart Ventures Limited, Frontline Africa, Igwesi Human Development Centre, Steve Oruruo Foundation, ROWE Oil, and Royal Entourage Consult.

  • Frontier Discourse: Organisers Unveil Topic for 6th Annual Public Lecture, Awards in Abuja

    Frontier Discourse: Organisers Unveil Topic for 6th Annual Public Lecture, Awards in Abuja

    Organisers of the 6th Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards have unveiled the topic for this year’s event, scheduled to hold in Abuja on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

    The lecture, organised by Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, will focus on “Barrel to Ballot: The Naturalisation of Violence, Nigeria’s Polity and its Democratic Circus.”

    Disclosing this in a statement issued in Abuja, a member of the Local Organising Committee, Frank Ufondu, said topics selected for the annual lecture were usually timely and connected to prevailing national issues.

    Ufondu said the theme was designed to examine if there is a relationship between Nigeria’s prolonged insecurity, electoral politics and the state of democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    Explaining the rationale behind the topic, he said:

    “For decades, our nation’s landscape has been deeply troubled by the hydra-headed challenges of insecurity and a democracy that has become more about spectacle than substance. Disappointingly, the more we are scorched by these, the more the troubling responses of indifference and blunted public outrage envelop the nation.

    According to him, “Barrel” symbolises guns, arms and the suffering inflicted on Nigerians through terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other crimes, while “Ballot” represents democratic governance and electioneering.

    He explained that the phrase “Naturalisation of Violence” refers to the prolonged nature of insecurity and the danger that the resulting violence and suffering could become normalised in Nigerian society.

    Ufondu said that as the country approaches the 2027 elections, Nigeria’s political landscape faces two interconnected challenges: chronic insecurity and a high-stakes national election increasingly viewed by some citizens as a democratic circus.

    He said the lecture would interrogate how the country reached a point where gun violence and terrorism routinely shape daily life and how the normalisation of violence threatens the integrity of the electoral process.

    The lecture will also examine the state of Nigeria’s democratic institutions, the factors contributing to what organisers describe as chronic democratic stagnation, why electoral reforms continue to stall, assess expectations and responsibilities ahead of the 2027 elections, and consider the roles of political actors, institutional stakeholders and citizens.

    Ufondu also announced that the keynote speakers, panellists and other resource persons for the event would be unveiled in the coming days.

    He said, “The 6th edition promises to be our most impactful yet. ​Watch this space—you won’t want to miss what we have lined up. Keep a date with us”.

    The event will hold at the Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House), Maitama, Abuja.

    The red carpet begins at 10:00am, while the main event starts at 11:00am.

    The organisers said attendance and registration are free. Interested participants can register to reserve a seat using: https://forms.gle/C6Rtpjv5gQUBm31T9

    For sponsorship, partnership or enquiries, organisers provided 09137940957 for calls and WhatsApp messages.

    The event partners are One Stewart Ventures Limited, Frontline Africa, Igwesi Human Development Centre, Steve Oruruo Foundation and ROWE Oil.

  • JUST-IN: Abuja to Host 6th Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture, Awards November 10

    JUST-IN: Abuja to Host 6th Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture, Awards November 10

    The sixth edition of the Frontier Discourse Annual Public Lecture Series and Awards will hold on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House), Maitama, Abuja.

    The event, organised by Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, is expected to bring together stakeholders from government, civil society, the private sector and academia for discussions on national development and governance ahead of the 2027 general elections.

    Frontier Discourse, which was launched in 2021 by Pacesetter Frontier Magazine, was conceived as a platform for bridging the gap between African leaders and citizens through dialogue, policy reviews and the exchange of ideas on development.

    The platform also recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and development of Africa.

    Pacesetter Frontier Magazine is a privately owned, dual-bureau print and digital publication established in 2020, with a readership that extends to diaspora communities.

    The magazine said Frontier Discourse has evolved into a platform for constructive engagement on national and continental issues, attracting participants from diverse sectors.

    Delegates expected at the 2026 edition include captains of industry, spiritual leaders, traditional rulers, politicians, youth organisations, civil society and non-governmental organisations, professional bodies and representatives of the formal sector.

    High school students, undergraduates and previous recipients of the platform’s honours are also expected to participate.

    Beyond the policy and governance discussions, the event will feature history sessions, comedy, poetry and exhibitions.

    According to the organisers, the platform has engaged more than 5,500 participants physically and virtually since its inception and hosted distinguished Africans from various fields.

    The red carpet is scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m., while the main event will commence at 11:30 a.m.

    PACESETTER said further details, including the full list of award recipients, resource persons and other highlights of the event, would be unveiled in the coming days.

    Event Details

    Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026

    Venue: Nigerian National Merit Award House (Merit House), Maitama, Abuja

    Time: 10:30 a.m. (Red Carpet); 11:30 a.m. (Main Event)

    For sponsorship, partnership or enquiries, call 09137940957.

    Partners: One Stewart Ventures Limited, Frontline Africa, Igwesi Human Development Centre, Steve Oruruo Foundation.

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    THE PACESETTER FRONTIER MAGAZINE PRESENTS HER EASTER EDITION.

     

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