There were emotional scenes and heartfelt tributes at the prestigious MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, as Motoring World posthumously honoured the late veteran motoring broadcaster, Babatunde Bola Ojo, with its coveted Broadcast Excellence Award during the grand celebration of the publication’s 30th anniversary.
The solemn yet inspiring moment drew applause and reflection as industry leaders, government officials, transport stakeholders and media professionals paid tribute to a broadcasting icon whose voice and passion helped shape public discourse on transportation, road safety and the automotive industry in Nigeria for decades.
The Posthumous Broadcast Excellence Award was bestowed on the late Bola Ojo in recognition of his outstanding contributions to transport and automotive broadcasting, where he earned widespread admiration for his professionalism, dedication and unwavering commitment to advancing safer mobility and promoting the growth of Nigeria’s automotive sector through electronic media.
The colourful anniversary celebration attracted an impressive gathering of top government functionaries, captains of industry, automotive executives, transport operators and motoring journalists, all assembled to celebrate three decades of Motoring World’s influential role in automotive journalism and industry advocacy.
Speaking on the significance of the honour, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Motoring World, Femi Owoeye, described the award as a fitting tribute to a broadcasting legend whose contributions continue to resonate across Nigeria’s transport and automotive landscape.
“The Posthumous Broadcast Excellence Award bestowed on the late Babatunde Bola Ojo is our way of preserving the legacy of a man whose dedication to motoring and transport broadcasting inspired generations,” Owoeye said.
“He used the microphone not merely to inform but to educate, advocate and promote safer roads and a stronger automotive industry. Though he is no longer with us, his impact continues to resonate across the industry, and we believe his remarkable contributions deserve to be remembered and celebrated.”
Owoeye further explained that the Motoring World @30 celebration was conceived not only to commemorate the publication’s remarkable journey over the past three decades but also to honour exceptional individuals whose vision, professionalism and commitment have contributed significantly to the advancement of Nigeria’s automotive and transport sectors.
The recognition of the late Babatunde Bola Ojo formed part of a distinguished honours roll presented to outstanding personalities and organisations that have played pivotal roles in shaping Nigeria’s automotive, transport and mobility ecosystem over the last 30 years.
The landmark anniversary celebration also featured keynote presentations, industry reflections and special honours for accomplished automotive journalists, industry leaders and corporate organisations, further reinforcing Motoring World’s enduring commitment to promoting excellence, innovation and sustainable growth in Nigeria’s automotive industry.
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