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Nigeria hopes to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abuja, after 30 years the race has been taken away from Africa.
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The bid gears towards boosting tourism and development.
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Backed by top F1 names, Nigeria says it’s ready.
Since 1993, it has been prevented from being promoted in Africa-American motorsport, and Nigeria is on the first step at planning a Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abuja.
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The National Sports Commission chose Opus Racing Promotions to lead the bid and lift Nigeria’s global motorsport profile.
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According to Shehu Dikko, the chairman of NSC, this Formula 1 Grand Prix project will promote tourism, attract foreign investment, and involve more young Nigerians while also kick-starting infrastructure development with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative.
The F1 CEO, Mr. Stefano Domenicali, Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time champion, and good circuit designers from Tilke Engineers & Architects have been invited to visit sites in Abuja and participate in planning discussions.
With strong government and industry backing, Africa’s largest economy believes it can meet Formula 1’s demands and land a long-awaited race.
