Two of Nigeria’s most influential automotive sector leaders have thrown their weight behind the 2025 Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) International Auto Awards, hailing the event as a strategic driver of innovation, investment, and national economic growth.
Chairman of the Auto & Allied Group of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and Deputy Managing Director of RT Briscoe Nigeria Plc, Dr. Femi Eguaikhide, praised NAJA for sustaining what he described as one of the industry’s most credible, unifying, and impactful platforms.
He noted that the annual awards continue to ignite public interest, deepen stakeholder engagement, and spotlight organisations whose achievements strengthen Nigeria’s economy.
He averred: “The annual NAJA Awards, which aim to recognise and reward deserving organisations, have been one of the frontline platforms celebrating excellence in the industry. It has helped to stimulate public interest and deepen constructive engagement among stakeholders.
“The initiative has continued to honour the numerous contributions of auto industry players to national development. NAJA deserves all the accolades”.
His commendation aligns with the endorsement of the Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Chief Joseph Osanipin, who has not only declared his support but is also slated to serve as Guest Speaker at the Lagos ceremony.
Industry analysts said these endorsements further reinforce the growing relevance of the NAJA International Auto Awards as a consensus-building platform that celebrates innovation while influencing policies shaping the future of mobility in Nigeria.
The 2025 edition is expected to draw automakers, distributors, policymakers, and major industry players as the sector adapts to global shifts in technology, sustainability, and mobility trends.
NAJA has fixed Tuesday, December 16, 2025, for the prestigious awards ceremony, scheduled to hold at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, at 6:00 pm.
Recognised as Nigeria’s foremost celebration of excellence in the motoring industry, the event will host government dignitaries, industry executives, automotive brands, and media professionals.
Chairman of the Planning Committee, Frank Kintum, assured that preparations are in top gear to uphold the awards’ status as the industry’s gold standard.
“The NAJA Awards have become the benchmark for honouring brands, organisations, and individuals who demonstrate innovation, integrity, and excellence in advancing Nigeria’s automotive ecosystem. This year’s edition will spotlight progress in local manufacturing, green mobility, and industry policy development”, he said.
NAJA Chairman, Theodore Opara, emphasised the awards’ strategic alignment with national development priorities.
“As the automotive sector evolves, NAJA remains committed to supporting initiatives that align with the federal government’s vision for sustainable industrial growth.
“We are particularly delighted to have the NADDC as a central partner this year, given its pivotal role in policy formulation and innovation”, he stated.