Nigeria–EU Business Forum 2026
The European Union, in cooperation with Nigerian partners including the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), NACCIMA and EuroCham Nigeria, invites companies and stakeholders to participate in the Nigeria–EU Business Forum 2026, focused on strengthening sustainable investment and economic cooperation between the EU and Nigeria.
The forum will take place on 25 June 2026 in Lagos, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts (National Theatre Nigeria). The event is expected to welcome around 800 participants.
The event aims to mobilise private sector investment and deepen EU–Nigeria partnerships, with a strong focus on green transition, climate objectives and strategic sectors such as energy, digital infrastructure, health and sustainable agriculture.
Why participate
- gain insights into investment opportunities in Nigeria
- connect with EU and Nigerian policymakers, investors and businesses
- explore Global Gateway priority projects and financial instruments
- engage in B2B and B2G matchmaking sessions
- contribute to shaping the future EU–Nigeria economic partnership
Key sectors
- green investment and sustainable finance
- renewable energy and circular economy
- climate-smart agriculture and agribusiness
- digital infrastructure
- health investment and financing
- regulatory and investment climate reforms
Programme highlights
The forum will combine high-level discussions with practical business opportunities:
- keynote speeches by senior EU and Nigerian representatives
- thematic panel discussions on sustainable finance, PPP investments and regulatory reforms
- launch of major financial instruments and projects
- parallel thematic sessions (e.g. transport, agriculture, digital solutions)
- B2B and B2G matchmaking and networking
Who should attend
- companies and investors interested in the Nigerian market
- financial institutions and development partners
- policymakers and public sector representatives
- business associations and chambers of commerce