NESG unveils activities for 31st Nigerian economic summit

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has announced that the 31st edition of its flagship annual policy dialogue event, the Nigerian Economic Summit (NES #31), will take place from October 6 to 8, 2025, in Abuja.

 

With the theme, “The Reform Imperative: Building a Prosperous and Inclusive Nigeria by 2030,” the summit aims to galvanize national consensus around bold reforms and inclusive economic transformation.

 

As Nigeria’s leading private sector-led think tank and policy advocacy group, the NESG said the upcoming summit marks a pivotal moment for reflection, renewal, and coordinated action across all sectors of the economy.

 

According to a statement signed by Ms. Ayanyinka Ayanlowo, Acting Head of Strategic Communication & Advocacy at NESG, the summit comes at a time when Nigeria is seeking to consolidate previous reform gains, preserve macroeconomic stability, and accelerate inclusive development.

 

“For over three decades, the NESG has championed strategic collaboration between the public and private sectors to chart a more prosperous future for Nigeria.

 

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“The 31st Summit will go beyond dialogue; it will serve as a strategic checkpoint for reinforcing resilience, recalibrating national priorities, and entrenching citizen-centred reforms,” the statement read.

 

Structured around five interlinked sub-themes, NES #31 will explore critical levers to drive sustainable growth and inclusion. These sub-themes include:

 

Driving Industrialisation-led Growth – Deepening Nigeria’s industrial base through value chain development, SME integration, and innovation.

 

Building Infrastructure for Competitiveness – Accelerating infrastructure investment to enhance productivity and regional trade.

 

Advancing Inclusion for Shared Growth – Prioritizing economic access for women, youth, and underserved populations.

 

Strengthening Institutions for Sustainable Impact – Addressing governance, accountability, and public sector efficiency.

 

Unlocking Investment amid Global Trade Shifts – Positioning Nigeria to benefit from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and evolving global value chains.

 

The NESG noted that Nigeria’s economic reform journey has achieved historic milestones in sectors such as telecommunications, banking, agriculture, and energy. However, it emphasized that sustaining progress requires more than good ideas—it demands institutional stability, political will, and active citizen participation.

 

“Institutional continuity and inclusive policymaking are essential to ensuring that reforms translate into tangible development outcomes. NES #31 will interrogate how to reduce policy reversals, entrench reform-minded governance, and ensure reforms are inclusive and measurable,” the NESG stated.

 

The summit will feature high-level plenary sessions, technical dialogues, and curated engagements with stakeholders across government, business, academia, civil society, and youth constituencies.

 

Highlighting Nigeria’s regional and global significance, the NESG said NES #31 will also explore how the country can leverage its population size, market potential, and geopolitical influence to lead Africa’s economic renaissance.

 

“As Africa’s most populous nation and one of its largest economies, Nigeria’s policies have ripple effects across the continent. This year’s summit will examine how Nigeria can play a leading role in global trade, regional integration, digital transformation, and economic diplomacy,” the group stated.

 

The NESG called on all stakeholders—public and private, local and international—to take ownership of Nigeria’s future by engaging meaningfully in the summit. It emphasized that collaborative reform, resilience, and a results-driven approach are crucial for building a Nigeria that works for all.

 

“The 31st Nigerian Economic Summit presents a unique opportunity to recommit to Nigeria’s transformation agenda. By focusing on inclusive development and strategic reform, Nigeria can unlock its full economic potential and become a model for progress across the African continent,” the group said.

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