FIRS, BOI, NITDA, and Partners Launch “A New Nigeria Is Here” Season 2 to Showcase National Progress
In a strategic move to advance President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope vision, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Bank of Industry (BOI), National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Sahara Energy, and other leading institutions have joined forces with Lead Projects Africa—part of the Bullion Projects Group—to unveil the highly anticipated second season of “A New Nigeria Is Here” (ANNIH S2).
The partnership was unveiled during a media engagement meeting held at Transcorp Hilton Abuja. The series aims to showcase Nigeria’s remarkable progress, innovation, and economic resilience, aligning with the nation’s broader development goals.
Set to premiere on August 12th, 2025, ANNIH S2 will be broadcast on CHANNELS NETWORK, NEWS CENTRAL Africa, with reviews on CNN and special editions on CNBC Africa, AIT NETWORK, TVC, and ARISE NEWS. The series will also reach a global audience via YouTube channels such as Africa Got Stories, ensuring Nigeria’s story resonates worldwide.
Mr. Jide Peters, Project Coordinator of ANNIH, emphasized, “This isn’t just a documentary series; it’s a cinematic journey into Nigeria’s transformative odyssey. Through compelling interviews, grassroots stories, and policy insights, each 30-minute episode will captivate an estimated 300 million viewers worldwide.”
The series focuses on Nigeria’s “Fennaissance” — a term combining Financial and Renaissance — highlighting bold reforms in fiscal policy, infrastructure expansion, and digital innovation that are steering Nigeria toward its goal of a $1 trillion economy. It explores the rise of industrial hubs from Lagos to Aba, Nnewi, and beyond, showcasing policies that unlock private-sector growth.
Supporting this initiative, Chief Innocent Chukwuma of Innoson Group stated, “We support the New Nigeria Project. Buying made-in-Nigeria products is key to our country’s progress.” Similarly, BOI CEO Dr. Olasupo Olusi expressed optimism: “I envision a Nigeria where every youth believes in the country’s potential. A new Nigeria is here!”
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris Malagi, added, “Our nation’s future is bright. President Tinubu’s policies are already manifesting prosperity. I am proud to be Nigerian.” Meanwhile, FIRS Executive Chairman Dr. Zacch Adedeji called on Nigerians to support the Renewed Hope Agenda, stating, “We are committed to working with the President to banish poverty in Nigeria.”
Highlighting the role of youth and innovation, the series spotlights tech unicorns like Flutterwave and Interswitch, SMEs, and entrepreneurs revitalizing industries from agriculture to energy—showcasing Nigeria’s diverse and vibrant economic landscape.
“This project underscores the powerful collaborations between government agencies like NDIC, FIRS, BOI, and private sector giants such as Innoson Group and Sahara Group,” Peters explained. “It aims to reposition Nigeria globally, debunk stereotypes, and highlight sectoral opportunities that beckon diaspora and international investors alike.”
Major partners include Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing, NALDA, NMDPRA, Air Peace, Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), and Sahara Group. The series will feature leading figures from government, business, regulatory agencies, and grassroots heroes shaping Nigeria’s future.
Participants include Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power Ayodele Olawande, Minister of Youth Development Kafilat Ogbara, Minister of Information Mohammed Idris Malagi, and Senator John Owan Enoh. From the private sector, prominent leaders such as Olugbenga “GB” Agboola, Samuel Chen, Olu Olufemi-White, Chief Innocent Chukwuma, and Mitchell Elegbe will also feature.
From regulatory bodies, key figures include Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi of NITDA, Cornelius Oluwasegun Adebayo of NALDA, and others from the Nigerian Midstream & Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Rural Electrification Agency, and the Transmission Company of Nigeria.
Law enforcement representatives like IG Kayode Egbetokun and Customs Chief Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, along with grassroots entrepreneurs and community leaders, will highlight Nigeria’s resilience and innovative spirit.
Lead Project Africa, serving as the strategic project consultant for the series, remains committed to showcasing Nigeria’s remarkable progress and attracting global investment. Peters concluded, “Our mission is to highlight Nigeria’s successes on every platform, inspiring pride and confidence in our nation’s future.”