Nigeria’s premier automotive publication, Motoring World, is set to mark its 30th anniversary on June 4, 2026, with a high-profile celebration at the MUSON Centre, Lagos, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, diplomats, and innovators to honour three decades of impactful journalism and advocacy in the automotive sector.
Founded on June 12, 1996, as a syndicated radio magazine programme, Motoring World pioneered automotive broadcasting before expanding into print in 1998. Today, it operates as a multi-platform media brand championing industry growth, modernization, and policy reform.
Over the years, Motoring World has played a pivotal role beyond reporting, influencing regulatory frameworks, promoting local content development, and shaping industry standards.
“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 advocating for policies that support industry development, local production, and a more structured automotive ecosystem,” said Femi Owoeye, Publisher and CEO of Motoring World Communications Limited.
The milestone celebration will feature the unveiling of a special 30th Anniversary edition of Motoring World magazine, chronicling the evolution, key milestones, and future prospects of Nigeria’s automotive sector. Distinguished industry contributors who have demonstrated 30 years of excellence will also be recognized.
A keynote lecture titled “Reporting the Road Ahead: Automotive Journalism as a Catalyst for Nigeria’s Auto Industry Development” will underscore the critical role media plays in shaping Nigeria’s automotive landscape.
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Expected attendees include the Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, the Director-General of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), Otunba Oluwemimo Joseph Osanipin, governors from Lagos and Ekiti States, transport commissioners, and members of the diplomatic corps.
“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 honor industry icons, we are setting the stage for the next chapter of mobility in Nigeria,” Owoeye added.
The 30th Anniversary promises a day of reflection, recognition, and renewed commitment to advancing Nigeria’s automotive industry, highlighting the vital role of media advocacy in shaping the sector’s growth and modernization.