General Interest Fair Information

  1. ORGANISERS AND SCOPE OF THE FAIR

    The 2018 Lagos International Trade Fair is organised by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry. The Fair which is staged with the support and co-operation of the Federal and the State Governments covers all aspects of business and economic activities in Nigeria. It offers a unique exposition for manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and users of a wide range of goods and services as well as opportunities for investment and trade promotion.
  2. VENUE

    The different aspects of the Fair will take place at the Main Bowl of the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos and adjoining facilities such as the Banquet Hall and the Cricket Pitch.
  3. DATE

    Friday 2nd to Sunday 11th November, 2018
  4. OBJECTIVES OF THE FAIR

    The main objectives of the Fair are to promote the following:
    • Revitalisation and diversification of the Nigerian economy
    • Nigeria’s non-oil exports
    • Accelerated development of commerce and industry
    • Made-in-Nigeria products
    • Agriculture and agro-based industry
    • The evolution of Nigeria’s trade with the outside world
    • Direct attention to the role of the private sector in the Nigerian economy
    • Prospects for foreign and local investments in strategic areas
  5. TARGET AUDIENCE

    It is anticipated that the Fair will attract about 500,000 visitors from within and outside the country including businessmen, investors, customers, top government officials and representatives of Nigeria’s important trading houses and those seeking joint-venture partnerships.
  6. PARTICIPATION IS OPEN TO

    • Business organisations in Nigeria
    • Foreign organisations
    Governments
    • Diplomatic Missions and Trade
    Representatives
    • Federal and State Government Agencies and Parastatals; as well as Research and Educational Institutions
  7. WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE

    • Lagos is the gate-way and commercial nerve centre of Nigeria. With over 180 million people, Nigeria is the largest market in Africa. Lagos is the hub of Nigeria’s business and economic activities as well as its main port of entry.
    • The Fair is an important regular business occurrence aimed at a special audience which includes professionals, businessmen and investors.
    • The Fair is for Nigerian enterprises seeking wider access to domestic markets as well as international markets and investors seeking joint-venture partners and markets for intermediate and capital goods in Nigeria and the ECOWAS community.
  8. THE EXHIBITS

    In line with the country’s development priorities, special emphasis will be given to products and services in the following sectors.
    • Agriculture and Agro Allied
      • Crop production and seed multiplication
      • Irrigation
      • Handling/Storage/Processing equipment and machines
      • Livestock
      • Fishing
      • Primary food preservation and processing
      • Food Beverages – New products
    • Building and Construction
      • Building materials
      • Construction equipment
      • Sewage and water treatment plants and systems
      • Town planning and environmental sanitation
    • Plants and Equipment
      • Consumer goods production plants and machinery
      • Materials handling & Storage Equipment
      • Metal working Equipment
      • Machine Tools
      • Woodworking Machinery
      • Maintenance Equipment
    • Oil and Gas
      • Exploration and Production
      • Refining and Marketing
      • Petro-chemical Products e.g. Fertilizers, carbon black, resins and plastics
    • Mining and Energy
      • Mining Equipment
      • Electrical Equipment
      • Power Generation/Distribution
      • Solar, hydro & Renewable energy
    • Automobile & Allied Products
      • Passenger vehicles
      • Heavy duty trucks and vehicles
      • Automotive component and spare parts
      • Aircraft, Airport Equipment
      • Railway and Ports Engineering Components
    • ICT & Telecommunications
      • Communication Equipment
      • Electronics
      • Telephones
      • Internet and Fax
      • Mobile phone/smart Phones
      • Mobile phones and accessories
      • Computers and accessories
      • Software Development
    • Security & Safety Equipment
      • Communication Equipment
      • Electronics
      • Telephones
      • Internet and Fax
      • Mobile phone/smart Phones
      • Mobile phones and accessories
      • Computers and accessories
      • Software Development
      • Business Equipment/Data Processing/ Printing Technologies
      • Business and Accounting Machines
      • Computer and Data processing
    • Banking, Finance & Insurance
    • Personal Care & Household
    • Furniture, Fittings & Interior Décor
    • Fashion, Textile & Clothing Apparel
    • Food and Drinks
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