Launching of the maiden edition of the Business Magnet Magazine and award ceremony held at the Radisson Blu, V.I. Lagos, Nigeria on Thursday, February 12th, 2026.
The inaugural edition played host to business leaders across the sector: education, health, culture, tourism, banking, real estate, telecommunication and entertainment. The event was a night of triumph, recognizing outstanding achievements and celebrating excellence across the sectors.
The evening honored some exceptional awardees which include: Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji Bello (Vice-Chancellor, Lagos State University), Prof. Wasiu Lanre Adeyemo (Chief Medical Director, Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), and Dr. Atu Chris, Mr. Oseyoman Ighodaloh, Prince Oyekanmi Elegushi, Dr. Niyi Adeleye , Dr. Olusegun Oladayo Dave among other influential leaders for their hard work and dedication to driving business growth and innovation in Africa and globally.
The founder and organizer of the event, and Dr. Kennedy Iden was so excited about the maiden event and promised to continue celebrating, appreciating and showcasing leaders for their excellence and for new generations to emulate
“We are thrilled to launch Business Magnet Magazine, a platform dedicated to showcasing the stories, insights, and achievements of global business leaders, with a focus on Africa and the diaspora,”
“Tonight, we celebrate the best of the best – leaders who have demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence and have made a lasting impact in their respective industries.” He said
The event was a grand success, bringing together industry titans, entrepreneurs, and dignitaries from Nigeria, America, Canada, Jamaica, and beyond, who gathered to honor the awardees and network with peers. The evening featured inspiring speeches, glamorous performances, and an awards ceremony that recognized outstanding contributions across various sectors.
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