You are invited to

The Lantern
Awards

Our 9th annual awards night

Friday

9 October

Victoria Island, Lagos

Ninth edition

The Lantern Awards

9 October 2026 · Eko Hotel & Suites · Black tie

About the night

Celebrating the people and businesses
that stood out this year.

We started nine years ago with forty people in a small room on Awolowo Road. This year we're expecting six hundred guests, with dinner and a live band. We'll present eleven awards, chosen from nominations by an independent panel.

Business of the YearNominated by guests, decided by the panel.
The BuilderFor the founder who built something others said couldn't be done.
Under ThirtyFor a young leader who made a real impact this year.

Programme

  1. Cocktails on the terraceDrinks and photos as guests arrive.
  2. Doors openPlease be seated by 7:45.
  3. The awardsAll eleven awards are presented.
  4. Dinner and live musicA four-course dinner, then highlife and dancing.

Dress code: Black tie

Tuxedos, long dresses, or formal traditional wear, including agbada. The hall is air-conditioned, so you may want a jacket or wrap.

Your seat

Please confirm your seat.

This invitation is for you only. Once you confirm, we'll send your ticket and table number.

Confirm your attendance

Please reply by 25 September