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…

In a significant development for the agricultural community in Peterborough, we are delighted to announce that Moor Farms, a prominent arable farming enterprise, will be a key participant at the…

The Agribusiness and AgriTech Summit/Farm Tour in Peterborough, organized by Cater and Merger Consult Limited, concluded successfully on Friday, 24th May 2024. Held over four days in Peterborough City, UK,…

Had a very productive meeting with the High Commissioner of the People’s Republic of Pakistan, H.E. Dr. Mohammad Faisal, in his office, at the High Commission in London. We discussed…

The UK Trade, Investment and Agribusiness Summit/Fair, conference and exhibition, held on 21st May 2024, at the Hoilyday Inn Peterborough West, Peterborough City. The event was declared open by the…

In a significant move towards the commercialization of agriculture, the Cross River State Government has forged a partnership with the Nigeria Agricultural, Mechanization, and Equipment Leasing Company (NAMEL). This collaboration…

On the 30th of April 2024, the vibrant city of Manchester played host to His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Muftang, the Executive Governor of Plateau State, Nigeria. The purpose of…

CaterandMerger Consult was honored to host a distinguished delegation from Niger State Ministry of Agriculture, Nigeria, spearheaded by the Honorable Commissioner for Agriculture, Hon. Musa Bosso, alongside notable figures such…

On Thursday, May 2nd, 2024, the democratic pulse will once again beat fervently across England and Wales as communities gear up for the much-anticipated Local Government Election. This crucial event,…

In a series of fruitful engagements today the 13th of March, the CEO of Cater and Merger Consult UK, Mr Godson Azu, had the honor of meeting esteemed diplomats from…

African Development Bank Allocates $134 Million for Emergency Food Production and Proposes Multi-Billion Dollar Loans and Agric Initiatives In response to Nigeria’s pressing economic challenges, the African Development Bank (AfDB)…

Major world powers are jostling for political and economic influence in Africa, but what is behind the renewed interest on the continent and what are African countries doing about it?…