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Nigeria Economic Summit 2026 – Industrialize Nigeria By Made in Nigeria Project Office, Abuja Manama, Bahrain | 1st – 5th April 2026 Istanbul, Turkey | 3rd – 7th June 2027 The Nigeria Economic Summit 2026 , themed “Industrialize Nigeria” , marks a decisive step toward repositioning Nigeria as a production-driven economy. Scheduled to hold in Manama, Bahrain from 1st – 5th April 2026 , with a strategic follow-up edition in Istanbul, Turkey from 3rd – 7th June 2027 , the summit is designed as a global investment mobilization platform focused on accelerating Nigeria’s industrial transformation. At its core, the summit advances one clear mandate: move Nigeria from import dependency to industrial competitiveness . The Strategic Imperative: Why Industrialization Now? Nigeria stands at a pivotal economic juncture. With a growing population, expanding domestic market, and abundant natural resources, the country possesses strong fundamentals for industrial expansion. However, sustainable ...

Nigeria-China Summit 2026 — Deqing, China | 15th–17th October 2026.  By Made in Nigeria Project Office, Abuja The Nigeria-China Summit 2026 , scheduled for 15th–17th October 2026 in Deqing, China , represents a major milestone in the evolving economic and strategic partnership between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the People’s Republic of China. Convened by the Made in Nigeria Project Office , this high-level summit is designed to strengthen bilateral trade architecture, accelerate industrial cooperation, and deepen cross-border investment flows between Africa’s largest economy and one of the world’s leading manufacturing and technology powerhouses. As Nigeria advances its economic diversification agenda and China continues to expand its global trade footprint under high-quality development frameworks, this summit provides a structured platform for measurable, transaction-driven engagement. Strategic Context: 55 Years of Diplomatic Relations Nigeria and China established ...

Barcelona Africa Business and Investment Summit 2026:  A Strategic Gateway for Africa–Europe Trade and Business Partnerships By the Made in Nigeria Project Office & Barcelona Chamber of Commerce In an increasingly interconnected global economy, Africa’s growth narrative is shifting from resource export orientation toward value addition, industrialisation, and strategic investment partnerships . The Barcelona Africa Business and Investment Summit 2026  co-championed by the Made in Nigeria Project Office (MAiNPro) and the Barcelona Chamber of Commerce  reprioritizes Africa’s role in international trade, positioning it as a compelling destination for investment, collaboration, and sustainable economic transformation. Why Barcelona? Barcelona is not only a global business hub within the European Union; it is also a vibrant meeting point for cross-continental commerce, innovation, and policy dialogue. Historically, the city has hosted major economic forums like the Eur...

Femi Otedola: Dangote Refinery at 650,000 BPD Could Strengthen the Naira and Transform Nigeria’s FX Market Nigerian billionaire investor Femi Otedola has expressed strong optimism that the Dangote Refinery’s ramp-up to its full installed capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) could significantly reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported fuel and ease sustained pressure on the foreign exchange (FX) market. With domestic petrol supply projected to reach up to 75 million litres per day , Otedola believes the structural shift toward local refining may play a decisive role in stabilizing the naira and potentially driving the exchange rate below ₦1,000 per dollar before year-end . Import Substitution and FX Demand Reduction For decades, Nigeria has paradoxically exported crude oil while importing refined petroleum products. This structural imbalance has created persistent FX demand, as marketers required large volumes of U.S. dollars to finance fuel imports. Fuel importation has histor...

Dangote Oil Refinery Hits 650,000 Barrels Per Day: A Defining Moment for Nigeria’s Energy Sovereignty The Dangote Oil Refinery has reached its fully installed capacity of 650,000 barrels per day (bpd) , marking a historic achievement not only for Nigeria but for single-train refinery operations globally. This development signals a structural shift in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector and reinforces the country’s ambition to transition from a net importer of refined products to a self-sufficient and export-oriented refining powerhouse . A Milestone in Single-Train Refining With a nameplate capacity of 650,000 bpd, the Dangote Refinery is now recognized as one of the largest single-train refineries in the world. Unlike multi-train refineries that operate parallel processing units, a single-train configuration integrates refining processes through one continuous production line, requiring high levels of engineering precision, process integration, and operational discipline. Achiev...

Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau): New Zealand’s Largest and Most Diverse City Auckland, known in Māori as Tāmaki Makaurau , is the largest city and economic engine of New Zealand. Officially founded on September 18, 1840 , by Governor William Hobson , the city occupies a strategic and stunning location on a narrow isthmus between two harbours. From 1841 to 1865 , Auckland served as the nation’s capital before that role shifted to Wellington. Today, Auckland is a dynamic, multicultural metropolis, home to more than 1.4 million people  over one-third of New Zealand’s total population and remains the country’s commercial and financial hub. The Early Foundations of Tāmaki Makaurau Māori Settlement Long before European arrival, the region was settled by Māori in the 14th century . Tribes such as Ngāti Whātua thrived on the fertile volcanic soils and abundant marine resources. The area was known as Tāmaki-makau-rau , often translated as “Tāmaki of a hundred lovers,” reflecting its desir...