25th Abuja International Motor Fair Set to Attract Policymakers, Industry Leaders

Bennett  Oghifo

As the Abuja International Motor Fair turns 25 this year, and with its return to the Eagle Square in Abuja, the organisers say it has been packaged to attract policymakers and industry leaders from Nigeria and across the globe. 

Ahead of the landmark Silver Jubilee edition, which holds from November 18-25, 2025, the Organising Committee of the event, has said the fair has been strategically packaged to boost investments in Nigeria’s automotive sector, while drawing greater attention from policymakers at all levels of government, and the industry, locally and internationally.

According to the Committee, “This edition is designed to underline the importance of developing the automotive sector to enhance Nigeria’s socio-economic growth. We have embarked on stakeholder engagements with government ministries, departments and agencies, as well as automotive companies, to ensure the fair becomes a platform for addressing industry challenges and advancing opportunities.”

It disclosed that responses from both the public and private sectors have been very encouraging, especially following the adoption of the event by the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), which played a key role in returning the exhibition to Eagle Square. Under the leadership of its Director-General, Mr. Joseph Wemimo Osanipin, the NADDC has been spearheading initiatives to encourage local automobile and component manufacturing. The council is expected to use the fair to showcase the progress achieved in that direction.

Industry analysts note that the NADDC’s efforts have laid a solid foundation for industrial competitiveness, positioning Nigeria not only as a promising market but also as a potential hub for automotive innovation, production, and distribution across Africa.

“This year’s fair will provide a “litmus test” for the state of the industry in light of current economic realities, as virtually all major automobile brands in Nigeria are expected to participate. The fair will also highlight complementary sectors, including spare parts, accessories, lubricants, heavy equipment, financial services, and regulatory agencies.

“With the support we have received, Exhibitors at the fair should expect a bumper harvest,” it said. “From top government officials—led by the Vice President, the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, and other federal, state and local government executives—to corporate leaders and everyday Nigerians, the event promises something valuable for every participant.”

The Abuja International Motor Fair remains Nigeria’s premier platform for showcasing automobiles and related products. Organizers are confident that the 25th edition holding November 18-21, 2025 at the Eagle Square, will not only celebrate the resilience of the sector but also chart a path for its sustainable growth.