10th Anniversary of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025 Records 18.5% Increase in Attendance
The 10th anniversary of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria concluded on a triumphant note, receiving widespread acclaim from exhibitors, trade visitors, panelists, and delegates from West and Central Africa. This year’s three-day event saw a remarkable 18.5% increase in attendance, with 2,230 industry professionals participating, further establishing it as the premier hub for innovation in agrofood and plastics, printing, and packaging in the region.
Hosted at the Landmark Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, the 2025 edition set a new benchmark with vibrant stand presentations, international collaborations, and significant participation from both the public and private sectors. The exhibition showcased cutting-edge technologies and solutions that are shaping Nigeria’s industrial future, featuring national pavilions from Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, China, and South Africa, alongside prominent local innovators.
Germany was designated as the Guest of Honour for this edition, underscoring its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s industrial growth. Exhibitors enjoyed enhanced international exposure, attracting trade visitors from various regions across Nigeria and neighboring markets in West and Central Africa.
Throughout the event, industry stakeholders engaged in thousands of targeted business discussions, and the conference featured 42 sessions with 90 speakers, offering valuable insights into key trends, policy frameworks, and investment opportunities. Participants universally hailed this edition as the best yet.
Paul Maerz, Managing Director of fairtrade Messe, remarked, “The success of the 10th edition solidifies Lagos as the epicenter of trade and innovation in West Africa. This event continues to evolve as a regional powerhouse, highlighted by the presence of influential decision-makers from both government and private sectors addressing the urgent need for sustainable, scalable solutions across the agrofood and plastprintpack value chains.”
Looking ahead, the organizers revealed that The Netherlands will serve as the official Guest of Honour for the 2026 edition, emphasizing the ongoing partnership between Nigeria and the Dutch government in the agrofood sector. This new collaboration aims to spotlight Dutch expertise in sustainable agriculture and food systems, paving the way for further cooperation, investment, and knowledge exchange.
The next Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria event is scheduled for March 24-26, 2026, once again at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.