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By Moses Akaigwe
As the Abuja International Motor Fair turns 25 this year, with a return to Eagle Square, Abuja, the organisers say it has been packaged to attract policymakers and industry leaders from Nigeria and across the globe.
In a press release ahead of the landmark silver jubilee edition, which will be held from November 18 to 25, 2025, the organising committee of the event said the fair has been strategically packaged to boost investments in Nigeria’s automotive sector.
The specialised fair, according to the committee, is expected to draw greater attention from policymakers at all levels of government and the industry, locally and internationally.
The organisers further said, “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.”
The press release 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 Oluwemimo 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,” the press statement 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 and services
Organisers said they are confident that the 25th edition, to be held from November 18 to 21, 2025 at the Eagle Square, will not only celebrate the resilience of the sector, but also chart a path for its sustainable growth.
