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By Moses Akaigwe
Motoring World, one of Nigeria’s foremost automotive publications, will celebrate its 30th anniversary on June 4, 2026, with a grand event at the MUSON Centre, Lagos.
The milestone gathering is expected to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, diplomats and innovators to commemorate three decades of impactful journalism, advocacy and contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s automotive sector.
Founded on June 12, 1996, as a syndicated radio magazine programme, Motoring World pioneered automotive broadcasting in Nigeria before expanding into print in 1998. Today, it has evolved into a multi-platform brand championing industry growth, modernization, and policy reform.
Beyond reporting, the publication has played a significant role in shaping regulatory frameworks, promoting local content development, and advancing industry standards.
Femi Owoeye, publisher/CEO of Motoring World Communications Limited, reflected on the journey:
“Motoring World started with a simple vision—to give voice and structure to Nigeria’s automotive industry. Over the years, we have gone beyond reporting to actively advocate for policies that support industry development, local production, and a more structured automotive ecosystem.”
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Highlights of the anniversary celebration will include the unveiling of a special 30th anniversary edition of Motoring World magazine, showcasing the evolution, milestones, and future of Nigeria’s automotive sector.
Distinguished industry stakeholders with three decades of excellence will also be honoured.
The event will feature a keynote lecture titled, “Reporting the Road Ahead: Automotive Journalism as a Catalyst for Nigeria’s Auto Industry Development,” underscoring the critical role of the media in shaping the nation’s automotive landscape.
Expected attendees include the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment; the Director General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Otunba Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin; governors of Lagos and Ekiti States; transport commissioners; and members of the diplomatic corps.
Owoeye added, “This anniversary is a tribute to resilience, partnerships, and the collective drive that has kept Nigeria’s automotive industry moving forward. As we celebrate our journey and honour industry icons, we are setting the stage for the next chapter of mobility in Nigeria.”
The 30th anniversary celebration promises a day of reflection, recognition, and renewed commitment to advancing Nigeria’s automotive industry.
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