By Mazi Godson Azu It was a memorable evening of celebration, recognition, and goodwill as distinguished Nigerians from across the United Kingdom gathered at 1st Point Restaurant and Bar SE,…

By Mazi Godson Azu It was a great honour and privilege for me, in my capacity as President of the Abia State Union UK, to participate as a guest at…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has become one of the fastest-rising political platforms in Nigeria. In an astonishingly short time, the “Peter Obi effect” has given…

By Godson Azu It was a great privilege and honour to be invited by the Sierra Leone High Commission in London to attend the inaugural Sierra Leone Civic Day in…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE London, United Kingdom | 17 June 2026 CaterandMerger Consult UK has applauded the Executive Governor of Benue State, His Excellency, Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, for…

By Seyi Adeyemi CaterandMerger Consult UK is delighted to announce the appointment of its Chief Executive Officer, Mazi Godson Azu, as the Official Coordinator of the Nigeria House within the…

By Mr. Seyi Adeyemi The Chief Executive Officer of CaterandMerger Consult UK, Mazi Godson Azu, recently led a high-level delegation comprising the organisation’s associate partners and advisory board members on…

By Godson Azu The establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) was celebrated across the South East as a historic opportunity to address decades of infrastructural neglect, economic stagnation,…

By Godson Azu I had the wonderful opportunity to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Institute of Directors, held at the prestigious 116 Pall Mall in Piccadilly,…

Ethiopia – The Centre of Origin By Godson Azu On Tuesday, 9 June 2026, the Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in London played host to an impressive…

London Political Summit Awards (LPSA) proudly congratulates and celebrates our distinguished Advisory Board Member, Prof. Steve Azaiki, OON, on his well-deserved recognition and appointment as Director of the Centre for…

By Godson Azu In an era where diplomacy is increasingly measured by tangible economic outcomes rather than ceremonial engagements, Ghana continues to demonstrate how strategic international relations, diaspora engagement, and…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq There is a silence in Nigeria more damning than any riot, more revealing than any budget speech, and more corrosive than any single act of corruption.…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has become one of the fastest-rising political platforms in Nigeria. In an astonishingly short time, the “Peter Obi effect” has given…

The Abia State Government has announced the Grand Finale of activities marking the 3rd Anniversary of Governor Alex Otti’s administration, scheduled for Friday, May 29, 2026. In a press release…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq When Muhammadu Buhari descended the steps of the inaugural podium in 2015, he did so draped in the borrowed robes of a secular saint. To a…

The 15th edition of The Voice Achievers Award and business summit will officially take place in London on August 21, 2026, at the prestigious Hilton London Kensington hotel. Organized by…

By Godson Azu I was highly delighted to attend the official launch of the United Kingdom Chapter of the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), hosted at the residence of the…

By Godson Azu The recent judgment delivered by Justice M.G. Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, nullifying the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)’s directive requiring political parties to submit…

By Godson Azu The unfolding political conversations ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections have once again brought the name of Atiku Abubakar to the centre of national discourse. For many…

By Godson Azu Nigeria’s reputation within the international community continues to face serious challenges, not only because of economic instability, corruption allegations, and governance concerns, but also due to the…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq It’s fairly settled, though sadly so, that overvaluing paper qualifications has distorted public judgment, weakened democratic accountability, and distracted citizens from governance outcomes on Nigeria. Nigeria…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq When you see a player complete a big transfer or sign a major sponsorship deal, ut didn’t just happen. There’s usually someone behind the scenes helping…

By Godson Azu Across the African continent, a silent but powerful revolution is taking place. From Lagos to Nairobi, Kigali to Dakar, young innovators, technology entrepreneurs, fintech founders, and digital…

By Godson Azu It was a remarkable and inspiring afternoon as friends, family members, political associates, community stakeholders, and dignitaries gathered at St Luke’s Church for a special Thanksgiving Service…

By Godson Azu The growing call for African unity, strategic collaboration, diaspora inclusion, and economic transformation will once again take centre stage as the 2026 edition of the Voice Achievers…

By Godson Azu The growing momentum around intra-African trade, diaspora investment, entrepreneurship, innovation, and youth empowerment once again came into focus during the recent stakeholder engagement and networking event organised…

By Godson Azu It was an inspiring and productive evening of strategic business engagement, collaboration, and high-level networking at the recent Institute of Directors (IoD) Spring Networking Event in London.…

By Godson Azu The momentum is steadily building, enthusiasm is growing across communities, and preparations are gathering international attention as INGO Third Sector Resources moves forward with plans to host…

By Godson Azu Politics, in every democratic society, is fundamentally about the people — their trust, expectations, representation, accountability, and the responsibility entrusted to elected leaders. In the United Kingdom…

By Mazi. Godson. Azu The political landscape of the United Kingdom is undergoing one of the most dramatic transformations in modern democratic history. The May 2026 local council elections have…

Mazi Godson Azu recently had the distinguished opportunity to briefly meet with the newly appointed High Commissioner of Nigeria to the Court of St. James’s, London, His Excellency Ambassador Aminu…

This afternoon, I was accompanied by Chief Ambassador Uzo Owunne, CEO of INGO and Convener of the African Pavilion UK, on a courtesy visit to the Deputy High Commissioner of…

By Godson Azu In an increasingly interconnected world, the concept of governance is evolving beyond territorial boundaries. Nations are no longer defined solely by those who reside within their borders,…

By Mazi Godson Azu Progressivism, at its core, is the belief that societies can improve through deliberate political action, institutional reform, and social innovation. In the 21st century, it has…

The appointment of Taiwo Oyedele as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been widely described as both strategic and well-deserved.…

By Kachi Okezie , Esq In international relations, there are no permanent friendships, only permanent interests. This is a truth Nigeria is being forced to confront, often painfully, in its…

It was a distinct privilege to attend Africa Writes, organised by the Royal African Society, held at the SOAS University of London. I extend my sincere appreciation to Dr Stella…

By Godson Azu The sudden speculation surrounding the removal or sidelining of Wale Edun as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy has sent shockwaves through political,…

By Godson Azu UK-Based International Relations and Politics Expert, Analyst, and Commentator This morning, I had the pleasure of attending the “Meet the Funders” engagement session organised by Peterborough Community…

By Kachi Okezie, Esq For decades, the Nigerian discourse has been a merry-go-round of finger-pointing. We blame the “ghost of Lord Lugard” for an uncomfortable 1914 marriage, the 1999 Constitution…

By Godson Azu Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has continued his administration’s hands-on approach to governance with an unscheduled inspection of several major socio-economic infrastructure projects across the…

By Godson Azu Hungary has spoken — and it has spoken loudly. A nation once politically subdued by fear, fatigue, and the seeming permanence of entrenched power has delivered one…

By Godson Azu Introduction: Democracy at an Electoral Crossroads As major elections approach across leading democracies — the United Kingdom’s May 2026 Local Council Elections, the United States Midterm Elections…

“Beyond London: Strengthening UK–Nigeria Trade and Investment Partnerships” Prepared by:Mazi. Godson AzuDirector, CaterandMerger Consult UK I am highly delighted to have participated in the first-day session of the Annual Nigeria–British…

By Godson Azu Nigeria stands today at another crossroads in its political evolution — a moment that demands reflection not only at the national level but within its constituent nationalities.…

Breaking News Report Strengthening the UK–Nigeria Legacy: Hon. Sunday Dare Appointed Honorary Chair for Africa Pavilion, Glasgow 2026 Following the historic State Visit of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to…

TRAINING WORKSHOP REPORT Legislative Leadership Training and Study Tour of UK Key Institutions For Members of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Nigeria Organised and Facilitated by:CaterandMerger Consult UKIn collaboration…

Monday, 16 March The first day of activities marking the historic week-long State Visit of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the United Kingdom — the first…

By Godson Azu At defining moments in a nation’s history, the true character of its institutions is revealed—not by the eloquence of their promises, but by the substance of their…

By Godson Azu Introduction: A Democracy at a Technological Crossroads Every generation of Nigerians has wrestled with the same existential question: Can our votes truly count? In an era where…

By Godson Azu British politics has always thrived on drama, but few moments capture its theatrical essence more sharply than the present. “StarmerGate” is not merely a scandalous label or…

By Godson Azu President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s acceptance of an invitation from His Majesty King Charles III to undertake a State Visit to the United Kingdom from Wednesday, 18th March…

Economic Outlook UK–Nigeria 2026: Direction, Stability, Growth and Private Sector Outlook Hosted by: Nigeria British Chambers of Commerce (NBCC) In Collaboration with: Institute of Directors (IoD) Africa Group Author: Godson…

On August 20, 2024, a significant business meeting was held at the prestigious headquarters of Westminster Group Plc in Oxfordshire, UK. This meeting marked an important step towards a strategic…

ON FEBRUARY 23, 2005, the Bayelsa State capital, Yenagoa, played host to what may well qualify as the largest assembly of Ijaw sons and daughters up to that time. They…

In a historic announcement during the Wednesday plenary session on July 17, 2024, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko was appointed as the chairman of the newly established Senate Committee on Reparations…

The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, recently embarked on a significant trip to Europe, focusing on the advancement of IbomAir and the future of aviation…

By Charles Chukwuedo Snr, Esq. There exists a time and place for every sentiment. It is crucial for individuals and entities alike to discern when to smile, laugh, remain solemn,…

London, June 25, 2024 – The Nigeria-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) hosted a highly successful trade mission summit at the Hilton Kensington Hotel, aimed at fostering trade and investment opportunities…

FUND-YES is a national grassroots economic self-emancipation, poverty alleviation, family economic empowerment, financial investment, and wealth-building business cooperative society. It targets youths, women, and interested financial investors, aiming to build…

His Excellency, Dr. Morie Komba Manyeh attended the UK Trade, Investment & Agribusiness Summit/Fair 2024 in Peterborough, delivering a powerful address to a gathering of industry experts, academics, investors, and…