The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has announced that more than 100,000 stakeholders and delegations from at least 40 countries will take part in the 20th Abuja International Trade Fair (AITF).
The event will take place from September 25 to October 6, 2025, at the Abuja Trade and Convention Centre. It marks the 20th anniversary of the Fair, which has become Nigeria’s largest multi-sectoral trade exhibition.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Dr. Aliyu Idi Hong, Second Deputy President of ACCI and Chairman of the 20th AITF, said the chamber’s two-decade journey had been defined by “vision, resilience and progress”. He represented the Chamber’s President, Chief Emeka Obegolu, SAN, PhD.
He added that this year’s fair would reflect a renewed determination to unlock opportunities, promote sustainable growth and align Nigeria with global economic trends.
The 2025 edition is themed “Sustainability, Consumption, Incentives and Taxation”. According to ACCI, the theme aligns with Nigeria’s development aspirations and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Hong also announced the launch of the “Buy Africa, Build Africa” initiative, a continental programme aimed at strengthening intra-African trade and promoting African products on the global stage.
The chamber projects that if each participant spends an average of N10,000, the fair could generate about N10 billion in economic activity within the Federal Capital Territory during its 12-day run.
The exhibitions will span various sectors, including trade, agriculture, technology, fintech, energy, transportation, the environment, and the creative industries.
Panel sessions will feature institutions such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Federal Inland Revenue Service, the FCT-IRS, the National Council on Climate Change, and key ministries.
A cultural and economic showcase, BABA FEST, will also be held during the fair, bringing together music, fashion, art, digital innovation, brand activations and investment dialogues.
ACCI said Small and Medium Enterprises would receive special attention, describing them as central to job creation and industrial growth.
The chamber assured participants that provisions had been made for logistics, security and smooth vehicular movement.
