ABOUT THE FAIR
GTR West Africa is the region’s foremost conference and trade exhibition focused on commerce, finance, and economic development. GTR stands for Global Trade Review, the renowned organizer behind this annual event. As part of a global series, the event brings together key decision-makers from business, finance, and government with a shared goal: to strengthen West Africa’s trade ecosystem. The event is defined by its high relevance, practical value, and strong regional focus.
The conference is held at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria’s economic capital and a major hub for both regional and international business. Each year, the event welcomes over 400 professionals and executives from sectors such as export, trade finance, logistics, infrastructure, fintech, insurance, and the public sector. With state-of-the-art facilities and a central location, the venue provides an ideal setting for high-level networking, expert-led presentations, and tangible business opportunities.
GTR West Africa offers a highly specialized platform for dialogue among banks, export credit agencies, commodity traders, infrastructure investors, logistics specialists, and policymakers. Core topics include trade finance, supply chain resilience, export credit, infrastructure development, and digital transformation. The event goes beyond trend analysis by presenting actionable strategies for navigating an increasingly complex and dynamic geopolitical environment.
Attendees gain exclusive insights into new financing tools, technological innovations in trade, and opportunities for diversifying export markets. In addition to expert panels, keynote sessions, and practical forums, the event is distinguished by its exceptional business networking – a hallmark of GTR West Africa that sets it apart. International companies with an interest in West African markets will also find valuable access to local partners and institutional stakeholders.
One of the event’s standout features is its consistent focus on the economic realities of the region. Rather than offering general outlooks, it directly addresses the local challenges and opportunities, making GTR West Africa much more than a standard conference – it is a key platform shaping the region’s economic future.
As part of the global GTR event series – which includes editions in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East – the Lagos conference serves as the premier meeting point for the West African market. The Eko Convention Centre, the largest conference venue in Nigeria, is well connected to Murtala Muhammed International Airport and the city's major business districts – making it an accessible destination for both domestic and international attendees.
The GTR West Africa in Lagos took place from Wednesday, 22. April to Thursday, 23. April 2026.