The unique event which was held at the prestigious Oriental hotel Lekki Lagos on Sunday July 6th 2025 celebrated Nigeria’s multicultural economic ecosystem. The colourful gathering was attended by industry notables including the Honourable Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, who was the event's Chief.
The black-tie affair welcomed an elite audience of diplomats, corporate leaders, international investors, global citizens, and distinguished professionals whose presence reinforced the deepening bond between Nigeria and the international business community.
Anchored by the dynamic duo of Egypt-born media advisor, Rania Elewa, who also went home with the award of Diaspora Trailblazer and Cameroonian music-comedy sensation Danny Green, popularly known as 237 TownCryer, the night was a celebration of global entrepreneurship, cultural synergy, and social impact.
Unlike conventional award platforms which primarily honour local players, TEBA is a trademarked celebration of Nigeria’s diverse economic tapestry, recognizing the contributions of ethnic enterprises and migrant professionals who are actively shaping Nigeria’s GDP and socioeconomic advancement.
The event featured captivating exhibitions, cultural showcases, music, and comedy, creating a glamorous yet soulful atmosphere of unity and recognition.
Among the night’s highlights was the presentation of coveted awards to exceptional individuals and companies whose impact spans various sectors, including aviation, media, entrepreneurship, and entertainment. Notable honourees include: Turkish Airlines, an international airline which won Expatriate Airline of the Year 2024/25, Lilian Bach, the top actress won the Diaspora Distinction AwardAwardm
Also, Ghanaian born broadcaster extraordinaire, Riyah Abdul was TEBA's Diaspora Revelation of the Year 2024/25, Ronya Man, a quiet but talented woman was the Cross Over Actress of The Year 2024/25, Avsatel Communications Ltd., an aviation company owned by Austra born Georg Eder MBA won Aviation Safety Champion of the Year 2024/25.
Others are MACE Industries Ltd., a notable aviation technology company owned by Mr. Manoj Tagjiani is the Aviation Technology Company of the Year 2024/25 while Cameroon born Danny Green (237 TownCryer) went home with the Cross-Border Talent of the Year 2024/25.
On the list of the awardees also is a talented entrepreneur, Pascale Olumayowa Rafqa who won the Expatriate Entrepreneur of the Year 2024/25, Mrs. Alice Adetona (Oyinbo Olonje), a Polish born self-made chef was announced as Inter-Cultural Culinary Ambassador for her passion for Nigeria's culture and culinary skills while Gambia beautician, Zainab Fatty was TEBA's 2024/25 Serial Entrepreneur of the Year and Swiss born Mrs. Janice Udogu, married to a Nigerian won the Heritage Embrace Award for her love for the nation's customs and tradition.
Others are CCECC, a topflight international construction company with Construction Company of the Year 2024/25, Nigerbirds Engineering – Emerging Aviation Powerhouse
Rt. Hon. Obasa, in his remarks, applauded the organisers for spotlighting the indispensable role of expatriate communities in Nigeria’s development journey. He noted that platforms like TEBA not only promote inclusivity and business diplomacy but also help position Lagos—and Nigeria—as a hub for multicultural growth and investment.
As one of the night’s hallmarks, partners and sponsors received premium visibility before an audience of decision-makers, industry influencers, and public officials, further reinforcing the value of public-private-international collaboration.
TEBA 2025 has cemented its place as one of the leading platforms promoting intercultural recognition, business excellence, and global synergy in Nigeria’s corporate and entertainment landscape.
