Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce firms, is set to host the 2026 summit this month at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, convening some of the most influential voices across Nigeria’s retail, hospitality, and Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sectors for a forward-looking conversation on the future of commerce.

The summit, themed: “The Modern Retail Playbook: What Works, What’s Changing, What’s Next?” will bring together senior decision-makers, as well as industry thought leaders and strategic partners, in what is expected to be one of the most significant gatherings of retail stakeholders this year.

he forum comes at a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s retail sector, as businesses navigate shifting consumer behaviours, evolving economic realities, and the accelerating pace of digital transformation.

Managing Director, Commercial Inclusion, Interswitch Group, Muyiwa Asagba,emphasised the importance of collective industry engagement in navigating this transformation.

He said: “The retail landscape in Nigeria is evolving rapidly, shaped by digital innovation, changing consumer expectations, and the need for greater operational agility. At Interswitch, we believe the future of retail lies in the seamless integration of technology across every touch point, from payments to customer engagement. The Interswitch Retail Forum is designed to bring industry leaders together to share insights, challenge assumptions, and collectively define what success looks like in today’s dynamic retail environment.”