By Sharon Akuboh, Abuja
Weekenders Media Commercial Limited has congratulated renowned automobile entrepreneur, Dr. Aliyu Mohammed (Sarkin Mota), on his recognition as the recipient of the 2026 Silent Heroes Award in Automobile Business, describing the honour as a fitting tribute to his remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s automotive industry and national economic development.
In a congratulatory message, the Executive Director of Weekenders Media Commercial Limited, Princess Joy Omagha Idam, said the prestigious award was timely and richly deserved, considering Dr. Mohammed’s outstanding achievements, entrepreneurial excellence, and sustained commitment to transforming the automobile business landscape in Nigeria.

According to her, Dr. Aliyu Mohammed has distinguished himself as an exceptional businessman whose vision, resilience and integrity have earned him widespread respect within and outside the automotive industry.
“The 2026 Silent Heroes Award is a well-deserved recognition of a man whose impact has been felt across the automobile sector. Dr. Aliyu Mohammed has consistently demonstrated excellence, innovation and unwavering dedication to business growth while creating employment opportunities and contributing meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic development,” she said.
Princess Idam noted that beyond building a successful automobile enterprise, the recipient has remained a source of inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs through his commitment to hard work, professionalism and ethical business practices.
She commended the organisers of the Silent Heroes Awards for identifying and celebrating individuals whose invaluable contributions to society often take place away from the spotlight, adding that such recognition encourages excellence and motivates others to pursue impactful leadership.
“Silent heroes are nation builders. They are individuals whose work continues to transform lives and industries without seeking public applause. Dr. Aliyu Mohammed truly exemplifies this spirit through his outstanding achievements in the automobile business,” she added.
The Weekenders Media Executive Director further expressed confidence that the recognition would inspire the award recipient to attain even greater heights while continuing to contribute to Nigeria’s economic advancement and youth empowerment.
She prayed for continued wisdom, good health and greater accomplishments for Dr. Mohammed as he continues to expand his business interests and positively impact society.
The 2026 Silent Heroes Award celebrates outstanding Nigerians whose dedication, innovation and selfless service have made significant contributions to national development across diverse sectors.
With this latest honour, Dr. Aliyu Mohammed, fondly known as Sarkin Mota, has further cemented his reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading figures in the automobile industry, whose legacy of excellence and enterprise continues to inspire the next generation of business leaders.