Nigeria’s industrial landscape is being re-engineered at the grassroots level. The upcoming GENSPARK 2026 industrial summit has received a massive boost from WellaFitta Resources Limited, which has stepped in to sponsor the registration for 2,000 young entrepreneurs.
Set to take place at the Liberty Stadium, Ibadan from March 17 to 21, 2026, the summit is more than a conference—it is a strategic strike against the “Japa Syndrome” (youth migration) by providing a credible, profitable path to local manufacturing.
The WellaFitta Intervention: Scaling for Self-Reliance
Representing WellaFitta Resources, Pharm. (Mrs.) Jooda emphasized that the company’s sponsorship is a deliberate investment in Nigeria’s industrial future. By removing the financial barrier for 2,000 participants, the firm aims to catalyze a “self-reliant healthcare and industrial value chain.”
“This is a meeting point for ideas that will translate into actionable partnerships,” Pharm. Jooda noted. “We want young Nigerians to take responsibility for the nation’s productive future.”
The Faculty of Titans
To move 5,000 attendees from “consumption to production,” the summit has assembled an elite lineup of facilitators from the pharmaceutical, retail, and manufacturing sectors:
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Prof. Martins Emeje: DG, Nigeria Natural Medicine Development Agency (NNMDA).
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Dr. Fidelis Ayebae: Chairman, Fidson Healthcare PLC.
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Taofik Odukoya: CEO, Vanguard Pharmacy Ltd.
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Abimbola Balogun: Co-founder, So Fresh.
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Abimbola Adebakin: CEO, Advantage Health Africa.
A Massive Showcase of Local Innovation
The crown jewel of GENSPARK 2026 is the Industrial Exhibition, where over 2,000 locally produced goods will be on display. The categories span:
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Healthcare & Beauty: Locally formulated personal care products.
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Renewable Energy: Innovations in sustainable power for households.
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Household Items & Crafts: Daily essentials manufactured on home soil.
The exhibition isn’t just for show; it’s designed to provide visibility, patronage, and direct networking between emerging producers and the established industry giants who can help them scale.
The Compliance Clinic: Export-Ready in 5 Days
One of the most critical components of the summit is the Regulatory Clinic. Project Lead Pharm. Abiodun Ajibade (GleanForte Academy) highlighted that participants will undergo intensive training on:
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Product Registration: Navigating NAFDAC and SON requirements.
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Standards & Quality: Meeting international benchmarks to ensure safety.
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Export Guidelines: Mapping the journey from an Ibadan factory to global shelves.
The Vision: “While our youth have excelled globally in IT and entertainment, the productive sector is the missing piece for long-term national stability,” Ajibade asserted.
Registration & Logistics
Logistics and security have been finalized for participants arriving nationwide. Aspiring entrepreneurs and exhibitors can still book their spots via the official portal at www.GleanForteAcademy.com.
