The 10th anniversary edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria 2025 wrapped up on a high note, earning glowing praise from exhibitors, trade visitors, panelists, and delegates across West and Central Africa.
This year’s event marked a significant milestone with a remarkable 18.5% increase in attendance, bringing together 2,230 industry professionals, solidifying the fair’s position as the leading hub for agrofood, plastics, printing, and packaging innovations in the region.
Setting New Standards in Lagos
Held at the Landmark Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, the event brought a new level of energy and excellence. It featured world-class stand presentations, cross-border collaborations, and high-level participation from both the public and private sectors.
The exhibition showcased cutting-edge technologies and solutions, influencing Nigeria’s industrial future. Notable national pavilions included those from Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, China, and South Africa, along with Nigeria’s top innovators.
Germany Takes the Spotlight as Guest of Honour
This year, Germany was the official Guest of Honour, highlighting its continuous commitment to advancing Nigeria’s industrial sector. Exhibitors reported a significant increase in international engagement, with visitors coming from various regions of Nigeria and neighboring West and Central African markets.
A High-Caliber Conference and Networking Platform
The conference was a standout feature of the event, offering 42 sessions with 90 speakers. Topics ranged from key industry trends and policy frameworks to investment opportunities, providing invaluable insights to attendees. The discussions led to thousands of targeted business meetings, further strengthening the event’s reputation as the premier gathering for industry professionals.
Paul Maerz, Managing Director of fairtrade Messe, emphasized the success of the 10th edition:
“The success of this year’s edition further cements Lagos as the heartbeat of trade and innovation in West Africa. Agrofood & Plastprintpack continues to grow as a regional powerhouse, with influential government and private-sector leaders participating. The event reflects the urgent need for sustainable solutions across the agrofood and plastics value chains.”
Looking Ahead: The Netherlands as 2026 Guest of Honour
Looking to the future, the organizers have announced that The Netherlands will be the official Guest of Honour for the 2026 edition. This partnership highlights the strong bond between Nigeria and the Dutch Government in the agrofood sector, shining a spotlight on Dutch expertise in sustainable agriculture and food systems. It promises to open new opportunities for collaboration, investment, and knowledge exchange.
The 2026 edition of Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria is scheduled to take place from March 24 to 26, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos.
About Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria
Agrofood & Plastprintpack Nigeria is the premier international trade fair for Nigeria’s food, agro-allied, beverage, plastics, printing, and packaging industries. The event features exhibitions, conferences, and networking opportunities, bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore trends, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of these sectors.
