WHX Lagos & WHX Labs 2025 Wrap Up with Landmark Impact on West Africa’s Healthcare Future
The 2025 editions of WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos have wrapped up successfully, reaffirming the WHX platform’s position as the most influential gathering for healthcare investment, diagnostics, and policy development in West Africa. Marking its 12th iteration and having evolved from Medic West Africa and Medlab West Africa, this year’s event offered a seamless, comprehensive experience, bringing together stakeholders across healthcare delivery, diagnostics, digital health, policymaking, and investment over three days at the Landmark Centre in Lagos.
The event drew over 8,000 professional visitors and featured approximately 500 exhibitors from across Africa and beyond, reflecting increasing global interest in West Africa’s burgeoning healthcare landscape. Attendees explored cutting-edge advances in diagnostics, medical imaging, AI-powered health technologies, and innovative pharmaceuticals—highlighting the region’s urgent drive toward resilient, equitable, and patient-focused healthcare systems.
The conference and exhibition attracted a diverse array of local and international investors, industry leaders, and high-profile speakers, including Nigeria’s Senator Ipalibo Banigo, Lagos State’s Honourable Commissioner for Health Prof Akin Abayomi, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, Njide Ndilii (President, Healthcare Federation of Nigeria), Dr. Pamela Ajayi (Founder, Synlab Nigeria), Donald Ofili (Registrar/CEO, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria), and Prof Christian Happi (Molecular Biology and Genomics, Redeemer’s University).
The official opening ceremony was led by Senator Dr. Ipalibo Banigo, who emphasized the importance of public-private collaboration in building a sustainable healthcare system. She praised WHX for facilitating impactful dialogue and attracting investment opportunities necessary for transforming Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
Nigeria’s Honourable Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, highlighted the event’s growth, stating, “This year’s WHX Lagos is the largest yet, and its significance continues to expand. I commend Informa Markets for their dedication to making this exhibition a vital part of Lagos State’s health agenda. The strong partnership between government and private sector showcased here is essential for developing an efficient, inclusive, and future-ready health system.”
Tom Coleman, Senior Exhibition Director at Informa Markets, reflected on the milestone: “The 12th edition of WHX signifies a major step forward in shaping healthcare narratives in Nigeria and West Africa. What began as Medic West Africa and Medlab West Africa is now a unified, forward-looking platform—WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos—that brings together healthcare delivery, diagnostics, policy, and investment. With over 500 exhibitors and a vibrant mix of global and regional voices, the event became a hub for innovation and collaborative solutions that will define the future of healthcare on the continent. We are proud to support this ecosystem through meaningful connections, knowledge exchange, and tangible business outcomes.”
Beyond panels and keynote discussions, the event featured a lively exhibition showcasing the latest innovations from leading companies like Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare, Roche, Uni-Medical, Crown Healthcare, and Dedalus. Numerous partnerships and deals were initiated on-site, underscoring WHX’s role as a vital commercial platform. Attendees also enjoyed curated networking sessions designed to foster collaboration and long-term partnerships crucial for advancing healthcare in West Africa.
WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos 2025 delivered a comprehensive, world-class experience that seamlessly integrated business, policy, and innovation. As West Africa accelerates its path toward health equity and technological progress, the WHX platform remains a cornerstone of growth and a beacon of opportunity for the entire healthcare community.