Entrepreneurs Urged To Stay Resilient As Nigeria Trade Fair Closes

The 10-day Nigeria International Trade Fair, which began on November 21, has ended with Nigerian entrepreneurs urged to remain resilient and focused in navigating future challenges.

The Executive Director of the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex Management Board (LITFCMB), Vera Ndanusa, made the remarks in Lagos during the closing ceremony on Sunday.

She praised young Nigerian entrepreneurs for maintaining high standards in their locally made products, and urged them to stay resilient and focused, noting that “greatness requires overcoming challenges.”

Reviewing the fair, Ndanusa said the event experienced a full revival, attracting thousands of visitors and exhibitors—far beyond her expectations.

“The turnout, the deals signed, the contacts exchanged, the MOUs, and the number of participating countries all show that the fair has been revived. We are on track to make next year even better. Exhibitors are already asking us to open the portal for the next edition. They’re excited and can’t wait to return,” she said.

She noted that many participating businesses reported positive outcomes, describing the fair as an additional revenue source for the country.

“Hotels around here were fully booked. Transport operators, food vendors, and other informal businesses benefited significantly. We’re glad this happened, and we know next year will exceed this,” she added.

The National President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), Jani Ibrahim, expressed satisfaction with the resurgence of the trade fair complex.