FirstBank to Host 2025 Agric, Export Conference

As part of its commitment to bolstering Nigeria’s agricultural and non-oil export sectors as engines of economic growth, FirstBank is set to host the 2025 edition of its Agric and Export Conference on the theme “The Fundamentals of Building a Non-Oil Export-driven Economy.”

The FirstBank Agric and Export Conference aims to keep Nigerians abreast of emerging trends in the agricultural and non-oil export sector and provide them with insights into how innovative solutions can contribute to the overall development of the economy and the nation at large.

Speaking at the Conference, Olusegun Alebiosu, managing director of FirstBank Group, stated, “The FirstBank Agric and Export Conference is a strategic platform for stakeholders to converge, share knowledge, and drive strategies that can unlock the full potential of Nigeria’s agricultural sector and non-oil export industry.

“Through this platform, FirstBank is empowering customers and stakeholders by providing them with actionable insights, innovative solutions, and valuable connections that can help them navigate the complexities of the agricultural and non-oil export sectors. In addition, we aim to deliver tangible benefits to our customers, enhance their business prospects, and create lasting value for our stakeholders, while contributing to the growth and development of Nigeria’s economy.”

The conference, which will be a hybrid of physical and virtual attendance, will give participants the opportunity to explore exhibition booths featuring major organisations and associations from the industry.

Specialists in the Agriculture and Export Value Chain expected at the event include the Minister of Agriculture & Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, who is the keynote speaker. The plenary and technical sessions will be enriched by insights from industry leaders such as the Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Jafar Abubakar Umar;  MD/CEO Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Abba Bello; National Action Committee on AfCFTA, Segun Awolowo;  President, All Farmers Association of Nigeria, Architect Kabir Ibrahim, CEO Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Nonye Ayeni and a host of others.

The speakers are expected to contribute their expertise and perspectives throughout the various sessions, ensuring participants gain valuable knowledge to enhance their roles within the agricultural and export value chain.