28 November 2026
The official ceremony date for the inaugural Liberty Honours class.
The inaugural ceremony
An evening built
around consequence.
A premium, invitation-led gathering honouring 25 Nigerians and connecting recognition to the development of the next generation.
Civic Centre
Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Attendance is strictly by invitation.
Black Tie
Black tie or national formal attire. Detailed guest guidance will accompany invitations.
The experience
Intimate. Cinematic. Purposeful.
The ceremony will combine formal citations, five award-pillar presentations, honouree storytelling, a collective recognition moment and an executive networking reception.
Programme outline
A disciplined awards experience.
The final schedule and arrival time will be communicated directly to confirmed guests and media representatives.
1
Arrival and media
Guest check-in, red-carpet portraits, partner reception and welcome refreshments.
2
Opening ceremony
Opening film, welcome address and the story behind the recognition standard.
3
Award presentations
Five pillar segments, with five honourees recognised in each segment.
4
Collective portrait
The 25-person class gathers for the official Roll of Honour photograph.
5
Networking reception
Premium finger foods, media interviews and private conversations among honourees and partners.
Guest information
Everything is invitation-led.
Confirmed honourees, finalists, partners, media and guests will receive personalised digital information covering arrival, seating, media consent, parking and ceremony protocol.
The inaugural ceremony is invitation-led. Any public-access opportunities will be announced through official channels.
Broadcast and digital viewing details will be announced closer to the ceremony.
Media organisations should contact [email protected] with publication details and the names of proposed representatives.
The confirmed arrival and programme times will be included in official invitations and guest briefing materials.