By Fatima Saka
The European Union and the Federal Government of Nigeria are set to convene the 10th Nigeria–EU Business Forum in Lagos on June 25, 2026, in a renewed push to deepen trade relations, attract investment, and expand economic cooperation between both partners.
The milestone edition of the Forum will bring together senior policymakers, investors, and business leaders from Nigeria and Europe, and is expected to serve as a key platform for translating long-standing economic dialogue into practical partnerships and investment outcomes.
Now in its tenth year, the Forum has grown into a strategic engagement platform focused on strengthening value chains, mobilising private capital, and expanding cross-border business opportunities between Nigeria and European markets. The 2026 edition will feature high-level policy discussions, structured business-to-business meetings, and an exhibition showcasing investment-ready projects and innovative solutions.
Speaking ahead of the event, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, said the Forum reflects the increasing depth of cooperation between both sides.
“The Nigeria–EU Business Forum has become a platform where ambition meets execution. This tenth edition underscores our shared commitment to mobilising investment at scale and delivering sustainable economic impact,” he said.
On his part, Nigeria’s Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, described the Forum as a strategic gateway for attracting investment aligned with Nigeria’s development priorities.
“Nigeria remains committed to creating the conditions for sustainable economic growth and investment. The Forum provides an important platform for engaging with investors and partners, strengthening economic cooperation, and advancing initiatives that support enterprise, competitiveness, and long-term prosperity,” he said.
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Organisers said the Forum will build on outcomes from previous editions, with a strong emphasis on strengthening investment pipelines, facilitating partnerships, and improving policy and financing dialogue.
The Lagos-hosted event is also expected to reinforce Nigeria’s position as a leading investment destination in Africa, while advancing cooperation between both economies in innovation, trade, and sustainable development.
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