The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment is gearing up to lay out plans for Nigeria’s new National Industrial Policy at the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade (West Africa IMT) Summit and Exhibition in 2025.
This event, organized by dmg Nigeria Events, is scheduled to take place from Oct. 21 to Oct. 23 at the Landmark Centre in Lagos.
Key attendees will include government officials, industry experts, manufacturers, investors, and policymakers from across the region, all coming together to discuss ways to speed up industrial growth and improve trade integration in West Africa.
Big Expectations for the Summit
At a press conference in Lagos revealing the event’s agenda, Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Sen. John Owan Enoh, described the summit as a pivotal moment for Africa’s industrial development.
“The West Africa IMT is not just a gathering, it is a platform to accelerate Africa’s march toward true industrialisation.” he stated.
Enoh explained that Africa has long focused on exporting raw materials, but now needs to fully develop its industries, support small and medium enterprises, and make the most of its manufacturing abilities.
He emphasized that industrialization is crucial for job creation, skill enhancement, and long-term prosperity, underscoring the Ministry’s dedication to ensuring the summit’s success.
Critical Topics on the Table
The conference also pointed to key discussion topics, such as regional trade integration under the AfCFTA, infrastructure improvements, access to funding, and using technology to increase manufacturing competitiveness.
Ms Wemimo Oyelana, Country Director for dmg Nigeria Events, expressed that this summit creates a chance for the industrial community to build practical solutions, not just ideas.
“We are at a defining moment where the choices we make around manufacturing and technology will shape West Africa’s growth story for generations.” Oyelana noted.
The summit, under the theme “Accelerating West Africa’s Sustainable Industrial Revolution for Economic Prosperity,” aims to bring together participants from various sectors like energy, finance, infrastructure, logistics, technology, and trade to develop actionable plans for industrial advancement.
With the collaboration of diverse perspectives and fostering partnerships, West Africa IMT 2025 targets positioning the region as a leading global center for sustainable manufacturing and trade growth.
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