Yemi Keri, President of the Africa Business Angel Network (ABAN), has accepted the DTN@100 Trailblazer Award as part of the Daily Times of Nigeria's centenary celebration. In her acceptance letter dated September 22, 2026, Keri thanked the organisers for the honour, expressing her privilege to be recognised among those whose work the Daily Times has chosen to acknowledge. The award is part of the centenary initiative, which includes the Times Heroes Award Council.
Keri commended the Board, Management, Organising Committee, and the Times Heroes Award Council for putting the centenary initiative together, describing 100 years of the Daily Times as a milestone worth marking properly. She also praised the Nigerian Grand Book, a 15-year project drawing on the Daily Times archive, with a foreword by the President. Keri expressed her gratitude for being included in the book, highlighting its significance as a serious piece of work.
The ABAN President shares the conviction of the centenary theme, "Honouring the Past. Shaping the Future," noting that it aligns with her work at ABAN. Keri stated that her work at the Africa Business Angel Network is built on the idea that entrepreneurs building Nigeria's next chapter deserve backing, and that the capital and mentorship to support them exist within their own networks. This aligns with the Daily Times' recognition of individuals shaping national development.
Keri confirmed her attendance at the DTN@100 Celebration scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos. She added that her office will contact the organising team regarding protocol arrangements. The Daily Times @100 celebration and Times Heroes Awards will honour 100 distinguished Nigerians whose work has shaped national development across business, technology, entrepreneurship, and enterprise.
The Daily Times @100 celebration is a significant milestone, marking 100 years of the newspaper's history. The Times Heroes Awards will recognise individuals who have made notable contributions to national development. Keri's acceptance of the Trailblazer Award is a testament to her outstanding work in the business and entrepreneurship sector.
Yemi Keri's work at ABAN focuses on supporting entrepreneurs and providing them with the necessary resources to succeed. Her recognition as a Trailblazer Award recipient highlights her contributions to the growth and development of the Nigerian economy. The centenary celebration of the Daily Times of Nigeria is an opportunity to acknowledge the achievements of individuals like Keri.
The DTN@100 Trailblazer Award is a prestigious honour, and Keri's acceptance is a significant recognition of her work. The Daily Times' centenary celebration is a notable event, and Keri's attendance is a testament to her commitment to the Nigerian business and entrepreneurship sector. The celebration will take place on November 3, 2026, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Key points
- Yemi Keri accepts DTN@100 Trailblazer Award for her contributions to business and entrepreneurship.
- Keri confirms attendance at DTN@100 Celebration on November 3, 2026.
- The Daily Times @100 celebration marks 100 years of the newspaper's history, honouring 100 distinguished Nigerians.
