Yoruba World Day 2026
Branding Nigeria & Investment Portfolios
“Rebranding Nigeria Under the Renewed Hope Agenda”
A diaspora-driven engine for Nigeria’s next chapter.
Yoruba World Day 2026 is the flagship gathering of the Yoruba Indigenes’ Foundation — convened in New York to rebrand Nigeria, attract investment, and amplify the Renewed Hope Agenda across the global diaspora.
Prepared in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the summit unites Heads of State, Federal Ministers, royal fathers, and the most influential Yoruba voices worldwide.
- Global diaspora-driven initiative
- Strategic platform for investment attraction
- Showcases Nigeria's economic reforms
- Promotes Yoruba cultural diplomacy
- Supports the Renewed Hope Agenda
Five outcomes. One Renewed Hope.
Rebrand Nigeria globally
Attract foreign direct investment (FDI)
Strengthen diaspora engagement
Promote economic reforms
Build a youth development legacy (OSANLES)
Two Days That Will Move Markets and Hearts.
Investment & Governance
Reform, capital, and the Renewed Hope investment thesis.
- 1Presidential Address — H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR
- 2Keynote — H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, former President of Ghana
- 3Diaspora Investment Summit
- 4High-level Policy Panel — Infrastructure, Security & Fiscal Reforms (Umahi · Musa · Oyedele)
- 5Investment Pitch Session led by NIPC + private sector leaders
- 6Exhibition Pavilion & B2B Deal Rooms
Culture, Diaspora & Entertainment
Yoruba excellence, OSANLES youth program, and diaspora homecoming.
- 1Cultural Showcase — Royal Father of the Day: HIM the Ooni of Ife
- 2OSANLES "Go Back to School" Initiative — youth rehabilitation & reintegration
- 3Diaspora Forum — pathways for diaspora investment
- 4Yoruba Excellence Awards & Recognition
- 5Gala Night, Dinner & Live Performances
- 6Closing Charge & Renewed Hope Communiqué
The Highest Office. The Highest Calibre.
Heads of State & Government
ConfirmedH.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR
President & Commander-in-Chief, Federal Republic of Nigeria
ConfirmedH.E. Sen. Oluremi Tinubu CFR
First Lady, Federal Republic of Nigeria
ConfirmedH.E. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
Governor of Lagos State
ConfirmedH.E. Nana Akufo-Addo
Keynote Speaker · Former President of Ghana
Royal Father of the Day
ConfirmedHIM Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi
The Ooni of Ife · Royal Father of the Day
Federal Ministers & Reform Drivers
ConfirmedMr. Wale Edun
Honourable Minister of Finance
ConfirmedMr. Yemi Cardoso
Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria
ConfirmedSen. David Umahi
Honourable Minister of Works
ConfirmedMaj. Gen. (Rtd.) Christopher Musa
Honourable Minister of Defence
ConfirmedMr. Taiwo Oyedele
Honourable Minister of State for Finance
ConfirmedDr. Jumoke Oduwole
Honourable Minister of Trade & Investment
ConfirmedDr. Bosun Tijani
Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy
ConfirmedProf. Adegboyega Oyetola
Honourable Minister of Marine & Blue Economy
Where the Capital Will Flow.
Oil & Gas
Real Estate & Infrastructure
Agriculture & Food Security
Renewable Energy
ICT & Fintech
Marine & Blue Economy
Aviation & Aerospace
Align Your Brand with the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Headline Sponsor
- Naming rights — "Event powered by"
- Direct access to Presidency & VIPs
- Speaking slot at main session
- Global media branding & co-branded press releases
- Exclusive premium hospitality suite
Platinum Sponsor
- Stage branding
- VVIP gala table for 10
- Featured media coverage
- Co-branded panel session
Gold Sponsor
- Exhibition booth
- Logo placement across event collateral
- 10 delegate passes
- Mention in opening ceremony
Silver Sponsor
- Branding on event materials
- Social media visibility
- 5 delegate passes
- Logo on attendee badges
YIF Worldwide Leadership
Dr. Olumide Aderibole Philips
President — Yoruba Indigenes' Foundation Worldwide
Hon. Oluwasanmi Olamide
Project Coordinator — Yoruba World Day 2026
Mr. Tayo Akinmade Ayinde
Renewed Hope Agenda Ambassador / Patron
Chief Abiodun Fajobi
Chairman — Yoruba Indigenes' Foundation Worldwide
On the Ground in NYC
- TOMr. Tunde Okoya
- SAMrs. Shade Afolabi
- FOMrs. Foluke Oladipo
- LRMrs. Lola Raji
Where Our Delegations Stay.
The Langham, New York Fifth Avenue
Premium luxury for Presidential / VVIP guests
The Peninsula New York
Diplomatic-grade security and executive suites
New York Marriott Marquis
Ideal for large delegations and media
Hilton Midtown Manhattan
Conference-friendly and centrally located
TWA Hotel JFK Airport
Closest to venue — strategic for logistics
Let’s build the Renewed Hope together.
Sponsorship, exhibitor, media, and protocol enquiries are welcomed via the contacts below. UN/ECOSOC consultative status · CAC IT 28744.