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Rotary Appoints Ehi Braimah as 2028–2029 DGND

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Ehi Braimah of Rotary Club of Lagos declared unopposed District Governor Nominee Designate for 2028–2029 by Rotary International District 9112

Rotary International District 9112 has officially declared Rotarian Ehi Braimah of the Rotary Club of Lagos as District Governor Nominee Designate (DGND) for the 2028 to 2029 Rotary year.

Also read: Braimah Demands Probe, Sanctions Over Unvetted Presidential Pardon List

The declaration follows the close of the nomination challenge period, during which no opposition was received.

The announcement was made in a circular dated February 12, 2026, signed by Lanre Adedoyin, District Governor for the 2025 to 2026 Rotary year.

Braimah was nominated on January 28, 2026, and, as no objections were filed by February 11, he was formally confirmed as the unopposed candidate.

Braimah, a respected media executive and Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of Naija Times, has earned widespread recognition for his contributions to public affairs, governance advocacy, and community development.

Within Rotary, he has served in multiple leadership roles and committees, building a reputation as a disciplined organiser and committed humanitarian.

His work spans healthcare outreach, youth empowerment, education support, water and sanitation projects, and broader community development initiatives across Lagos and other areas of District 9112.

Also read: Ehi Braimah Slams Politicians, Calls for Urgent Governance Reforms

The declaration reflects confidence in Braimah’s leadership capabilities and underscores the structured succession planning within Rotary International District 9112.

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Rotary District 9112 Boosts Education with ₦14.9m Scholarship for Students

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Rotary District 9112 awards ₦14.9 million scholarships to 23 students in Lagos and Ogun States under its educational welfare programme (more…)

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UBEC Releases N5.18bn Boost for Nigerian Basic Education Reform

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UBEC N5.18bn education intervention launched to improve schools, boost retention, and reduce out-of-school children across Nigeria

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AICL Partners AEA for Second Edition of Youth Hunt Competition… Opens application portal, targets ages 18–40 years

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The Abuja Investments Company Limited has launched the second edition of the Abuja Young Entrepreneurs Hunt Competition in partnership with the Abuja Enterprise Agency, targeting innovators aged 18 to 40 years across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Speaking at the unveiling in Abuja, AEA’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Chudi Ugwuada-Ezirigwe, said the initiative builds on the success of its maiden edition and is aimed at expanding opportunities for young Nigerians in key sectors.

According to him, the application portal, www.Ayehunt.com, opened at midnight and will remain accessible to eligible applicants, with the programme widely publicised media platforms.

He described the competition as a strategic platform to tackle youth unemployment by promoting creativity, innovation, and enterprise development among graduates and skilled youths.

He added that meaningful economic growth requires deliberate investment in human capital alongside infrastructure.

Ugwuada-Ezirigwe noted that the 2026 programme will focus on three priority areas—Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Creative Industries, particularly Fashion, and Agriculture.

Also speaking, the Group Managing Director of AICL, Amb.  Maureen Tamuno PhD represented by Chief Investment Officer Abiodun Akanbi, described the partnership as a forward-looking investment in the FCT’s economic future.

According to her, the programme is designed to equip young entrepreneurs with mentorship, training, and funding opportunities needed to transform ideas into viable businesses.

She added that the initiative will provide participants access to business development support and opportunities to pitch their ideas to investors, noting that such platforms are critical to building sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Tamuno also highlighted improvements in the FCT’s business climate, citing its rise in the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC)rankings from 31st to 4th position as evidence of ongoing reforms.

The event featured a testimonial from Fatima Bello Suleiman, first runner-up of the inaugural edition, who credited the programme with boosting her confidence and opening new professional opportunities.

Organisers urged eligible youths to apply, assuring that the competition will be transparent, impactful, and transformative

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