Programs & Events
Awards & Recognition
The Council, in cooperation with the Nigeria Embassy in the US, recognizes individuals and businesses in the United States and in Nigeria for their accomplishments and contributions to the advancement of commerce, for promoting bilateral trade relations and economic growth. The Awards Dinner provides contact with and exposure to the highest-profile people who exemplify success, excellence and professionalism.
Award categories
The Council's honors
The US-Nigeria Trade Council Achievement Award
Presented to individuals whose outstanding personal, business or professional accomplishments exemplify the spirit of commitment, perseverance and endeavor that sustains the strong relations between Nigeria and the United States of America.
The US-Nigeria Trade Excellence Award
Presented to businesses that have excelled in expanding trade between Nigeria and the United States, and have been innovative in marketing and distribution, business integrity, and service to the community.
The “Green Image Award”
An honor bestowed on distinguished Nigerians, resident in the United States, who have portrayed Nigeria's image in a positive, “green” light in their professional and community activities, have made notable contributions to the advancement of their communities locally and abroad, and who by their conduct and reputation have provided a shining example to succeeding generations of Nigerians, home and abroad.
How recipients are chosen
Selection process
Recipients are chosen by an independent selection committee based on a number of measurements, including performance in expanding trade between Nigeria and the United States, innovation in marketing and distribution, business integrity, and service to the US and Nigerian community.
