The Diaspora Ball
One night. Nigerians from around the world...
Connect. Celebrate. Give Back.
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ABOUT THE DiASPORA BALL
The DiASPORA Ball is a premier networking event that brings together Nigerians at home and across the globe for an unforgettable evening of culture, connection, and celebration.
Founded by Ayobami Magbagbeola, the Diaspora Ball is held every December in Lagos, bringing the global Nigerian community together under one roof to rekindle old friendships, form new connections, and share diverse stories, experiences, and perspectives.
It is a party with a purpose. Guests enjoy meaningful conversations, fine food, fashion, and music, all while giving back to the community.
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ONE NIGHT. MORE THAN ONE REASON TO BE HERE.
Meet Nigerians from Lagos and around the world: founders, professionals, creatives, executives and changemakers, in a room designed for genuine connection.
Experience contemporary Nigerian culture through fashion, food, music and entertainment, celebrating home with a global perspective.
Come home to the music, the people, the energy and the culture. Celebrate Nigeria with those who know what it means to carry home with them wherever they go.
Connect with an accomplished global Nigerian community across industries, cities and generations. Come with your circle. Leave with a bigger one.
An elevated evening of exceptional food, entertainment, style and celebration, created to be one of the standout experiences of December in Lagos.
From friendships to collaborations and business opportunities, some of the best connections happen when Nigerians from different worlds find themselves in the same room.
THE FIRST EDITION
The inaugural DiASPORA Ball 2025 brought Nigerians at home and across the diaspora together in Lagos for an unforgettable night of culture, connection and celebration. From fashion and food to music, entertainment and conversations that became new connections, the first edition brought the spirit of Nigeria and its global community into one room.
It was our first Ball, and only the Beginning.
The DiASPORA Ball returns to Lagos this December for one night of Black-Tie elegance, real connections, and a celebration that gives back to the community that makes it all possible.
LAGOS ORIENTAL HOTEL
DECEMBER 28, 2026
8PM-TILL LATE
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Naomi - Entrepreneur
London, UK
Ayobami - Founder
BOSTON, USA
Janiyah - Business Manager
Atlanta, USA
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