Dr. Queen Zara Abubakar, President of Naija Autosports, has urged the Nigerian Senate to pass legislation supporting the growth of motorsports in the country. Speaking to journalists recently in Abuja, she emphasized that Nigeria possesses ample talent but lacks the structural framework needed to harness it. Abubakar argued that autosports could significantly contribute to economic growth by creating jobs, engaging youth, boosting tourism, and fostering international partnerships. She called for government intervention in infrastructure, policy formulation, regulation, and global affiliations.
Legislative action, she said, is crucial to formalize national autosports infrastructure, recognize the sector's economic value, and fund youth development programs. Her goal is to position Nigeria as a dominant force in African autosports and a recognized competitor on the global stage. Under her leadership, Naija Autosports has already built a distinct identity and promoted local talent internationally, including Philip Gana, who is currently racing in the UK.
Dr. Queen Zara Abubakar is pushing for a sector many still see as a hobby to be treated like a serious industry—and she's right, but legislation alone won't pave racetracks or train mechanics. If the Senate ignores this, it's not just motorsports that lose, but thousands of young Nigerians who could find career paths in engineering, logistics, and event management. Recognition from lawmakers would signal that unconventional sectors can yield real economic returns. Until then, progress depends on individuals, not policy.
