LAGOS TO HOST IATF 2027: LCCI APPLAUDS LANDMARK DECISION
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) applauds the selection of Lagos as the host city for the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027 by the African Export-Import (AFREXIM) Bank, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.
Hosting IATF 2027 presents a historic opportunity for Nigeria. It will expand the country’s export potential, attract both foreign and local investment, and create significant opportunities for SMEs. In addition, the Fair will stimulate growth across tourism, hospitality, and allied industries. Beyond commerce, it will spotlight Lagos and Nigeria as Africa’s economic powerhouse while reinforcing our leadership in the AfCFTA and the Intra-African Trade growth agenda.
Already, in partnership with AFREXIM Bank, the LCCI is supporting about 20 export-focused SMEs currently participating in IATF 2025 in Algiers, Algeria.
As the host city chamber, LCCI will work closely with all stakeholders to deliver a world-class event. We will mobilize the business community, facilitate investment and policy dialogues, drive advocacy and awareness, and strengthen private sector participation to ensure that Nigerian enterprises fully maximize this historic opportunity.
With nearly 40 years of experience in organizing international trade fairs in Lagos, Africa’s fourth largest economy, LCCI looks forward to contributing its expertise to the successful planning and delivery of IATF 2027.
This landmark decision reaffirms Nigeria’s central role in Africa’s trade integration agenda. The LCCI affirms its commitment to ensuring that Nigerian businesses, particularly SMEs maximise the opportunities that this event will bring.
The LCCI congratulates the Federal Government of Nigeria on this remarkable achievement and looks forward to working with all stakeholders to deliver an inclusive and impactful IATF 2027 in Lagos.
Dr. Chinyere Almona, FCA
Director-General
Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Saturday 6th September 2025
