FirstBank Hosts Agric Export Expo Sept 16-17, Focus on Global Markets

FirstBank will hold the 5th Agric and Export Expo on September 16-17, 2026, as a Zoom webinar under the theme “From Farm to Global Markets: Building Nigeria’s Export Value Chain.” The event aims to strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural value chain and expand access to global markets, featuring policymakers, regulators, agribusiness leaders, exporters, investors, and development partners.

The Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, delivers the keynote address on boosting agricultural productivity and food systems. Governor of Niger State, Alhaji Mohammed Umar Bago, gives a goodwill message. Industry leaders speaking include Olasunkanmi Owoyemi (Sunbeth Global Concepts), Taiwo Ayoade (Agro Traders and Plantation Industries), Sunil Kumar Chauhan (Dangote Fertiliser), Ayodele Abioye (BUA Foods Plc), Dr. Agboola Zubayr Belgore (Amo Byng Nigeria), and Amit Bose (Valency Agro Nigeria).

Discussions will cover emerging market opportunities, export financing, value addition, technological innovation, and policy frameworks to help Nigerian businesses compete globally. The expo offers farmers, exporters, agribusiness owners, investors, and entrepreneurs a chance to gain insights, build partnerships, and discover growth opportunities. Registration is open at https://firstbanknigeria.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wGSKr5NFSTaF9F7vVVP2Ng#/registration.

SOURCE: https://nairametrics.com/2026/09/11/why-you-shouldnt-miss-firstbanks-agric-and-export-expo-2026/