TEBA 2026 Celebrates Expatriates' Contributions in Abuja

During the 2026 edition of the Expatriates Business Awards held on Thursday in Abuja, Odunola Abayomi, the Director of TEBA 2026, stressed the significance of celebrating expatriates who have established businesses, paid taxes, and contributed to Nigeria's cultural and economic development. Abayomi articulated that Nigeria benefits from recognizing global talent, investment, enterprise, and culture.

The TEBA 2026 initiative aims to showcase the expatriate community's contributions to Nigeria, particularly in areas such as youth entrepreneurship, job creation, and cultural exchange. He expressed gratitude towards the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, and the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, for their support.

Additionally, he acknowledged the contributions of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Dr. Dunoma Ahmed, and the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Dr. Manu Adam Kambari. Corporate partners recognized included Nigerburg Engineering, the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency, XEJETS, NACO, and Past Prints.