LAGOS, NIGERIA — October 5, 2026:
With just a few days to go, preparations have reached an advanced stage for the 2026 Momentous Outstanding Personalities Awards (MOPA), a prestigious annual recognition platform organised by Momentous Magazine to honour individuals and institutions whose exceptional achievements, leadership, professionalism, service, innovation and contributions to society continue to inspire positive change.
The highly anticipated awards ceremony is scheduled to hold on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Conference Centre, 10 Dr. Nurudeen Olalowo Street, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
MOPA 2026 is expected to bring together distinguished personalities from the public and private sectors, government officials, business leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders, development advocates, media practitioners, diplomats, civil society stakeholders and other notable guests from Nigeria and beyond.
The awards are designed to provide a credible platform for celebrating people and institutions that have distinguished themselves through excellence, integrity, leadership, service, innovation, enterprise and measurable contributions to human and societal development.
A PLATFORM FOR RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE AND IMPACT
Over the years, Momentous Magazine has continued to position its awards platform as an avenue for identifying and celebrating individuals whose work, achievements and influence extend beyond personal success to create value for communities, institutions and society at large.
The 2026 edition is therefore expected to highlight stories of achievement, resilience, leadership and service across different sectors, while encouraging more Nigerians and Africans to pursue excellence and contribute meaningfully to national and global development.
Among the distinguished personalities associated with the MOPA 2026 are President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso; Bassirou Diomaye Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal; IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, PSC, Inspector-General of Police, Nigeria; distinguished Senators of the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Dr. Murtala Sule Garo, Deputy Governor of Kano State; Dr. (Mrs.) Zubaida Umar, Director-General, National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA); Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, Comptroller-General, Nigerian Customs Service; Empress Esperanza Bioho Perea; Alhaja Tawakalitu Adetayo (Iyonu Olohun); Soumaila Coulibaly, Président des IPID and Conseiller Municipal à la Mairie d’Abengourou, Côte d’Ivoire; and Dr. Farouk Rabiu Mudi, National President, All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), among other distinguished personalities, public servants, business leaders and stakeholders.
The participation and association of prominent personalities from Nigeria and other African countries underscore the growing ambition of MOPA to serve not merely as an awards ceremony, but as a platform for recognition, visibility, inspiration and celebration of positive contributions to society.
CELEBRATING PEOPLE WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Speaking ahead of the ceremony, the Publisher and Chief Editor of Momentous Magazine, Amb. Prince Sesan Rufus Awobiye, said the magazine remains committed to ensuring that deserving individuals and institutions receive public recognition for their contributions and accomplishments.
According to him, the essence of MOPA goes beyond the presentation of plaques or awards, as the platform seeks to document and celebrate stories of individuals whose commitment, sacrifice, leadership and achievements provide inspiration to others.
He emphasised that recognition remains an important tool for encouraging excellence and responsible leadership, particularly at a time when society needs more positive examples of people using their positions, talents and resources to make meaningful contributions.
«“MOPA is about celebrating excellence, recognising service and telling the stories of people whose contributions deserve to be acknowledged. We believe that those who make a positive difference in society should not only be recognised but also encouraged to do more,” the Publisher said.»
Amb. Awobiye further stated that the 2026 edition is being positioned to reflect the values of professionalism, excellence, leadership, integrity, innovation, service and societal impact, while creating an environment where honourees, guests and stakeholders can interact, network and celebrate achievements.
AN EVENING OF EXCELLENCE AND RECOGNITION
The event is expected to provide an opportunity for honourees and guests to connect with leading figures across government, business, professional organisations, agriculture, security, media, community development and other sectors.
Beyond the awards themselves, MOPA 2026 is expected to serve as a platform for meaningful conversations, networking and the exchange of ideas among individuals and institutions contributing to Nigeria’s development and Africa’s broader socio-economic progress.
Momentous Magazine is therefore calling on all nominees, honourees, invited guests, partners, stakeholders, members of the media and members of the public to make adequate preparations and join the celebration.
The magazine also appreciates the individuals, organisations and partners who have supported the MOPA platform and contributed to its continued growth.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: 2026 Momentous Outstanding Personalities Awards (MOPA)
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Venue: Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry Conference Centre, 10 Dr. Nurudeen Olalowo Street, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria
Organiser: Momentous Magazine
Publisher/Chief Editor: Amb. Prince Sesan Rufus Awobiye
Momentous Magazine — Celebrating Excellence, Recognising Impact.
Signed:
Amb. Prince Sesan Rufus Awobiye
Publisher/Chief Editor
Momentous Magazine
Lagos, Nigeria
