Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, will be sharing insights on building an export-driven economy at the 2025 edition of the FirstBank Agric and Export Conference, themed: ‘The Fundamentals of Building a Non-Oil Export Driven Economy’, holding today at the Eko Convention Centre, Lagos.
Building on the momentum of previous editions, this year’s event reaffirms the bank’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s agricultural and non-oil export sectors as key drivers of economic development, a statement issued by the organiser said.
The conference aims to keep Nigerians abreast of emerging trends in the agricultural and non-oil export sector, whilst providing them with insights into how innovative solutions could contribute to the overall development of the economy and the country at large.
Speaking about the Conference, Olusegun Alebiosu, Managing Director, FirstBank Group, stated: “The FirstBank Agric and Export Conference is a strategic platform for stakeholders to converge, share knowledge, and drive strategies that can unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s agricultural sector and non-oil export industry. Through this platform, FirstBank is empowering customers and stakeholders by providing them with actionable insights, innovative solutions, and valuable connections that can help them navigate the complexities of the agricultural and non-oil export sectors. In addition, we aim to deliver tangible benefits to our customers, enhance their business prospects, and create lasting value for our stakeholders, while contributing to the growth and development of Nigeria’s economy.”
The conference will adopt a hybrid format, allowing most participants to join virtually while principal stakeholders attend in person.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore exhibition booths featuring major organisations and associations from the industry. The event will feature a keynote speech, goodwill messages and plenary discussions, where select speakers will expound on the theme.
There will also be technical sessions to be handled by subject matter specialists in the agriculture and export value chain.
The technical sessions will be enriched by insights from industry leaders like the Managing Director of Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Jafar Abubakar Umar; MD/CEO Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Abba Bello; National Action Committee on AfCFTA, Segun Awolowo; President of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Architect Kabir Ibrahim, CEO Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Nonye Ayeni and a host of others.
The renowned speakers will contribute their expertise and perspectives throughout the various sessions, ensuring participants gain valuable knowledge to enhance their roles within the agricultural and export value chain.
