States, FCT to take pavilions at 25th Abuja International Motor Fair from Nov 18 to 21

By Moses Akaigwe

When the gates of Eagle Square open on November 18, 2025, for the commencement of the 25th Abuja International Motor Fair, among the participants that will be occupying vantage pavilions will be Nigeria’s 36 state governments and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

This was disclosed in a press statement by the organising committee of the international event while confirming that preparations are in top gear for the jubilee edition scheduled to hold at the popular Eagle Square, from November 18 to 21.

The various state governments and the FCTA are expected to take their rightful places in view of the unprecedented platform presented to them by the fair to showcase their investment climate, transportation masterplans, and industrial potential to the world.

Moreover, with Nigeria’s auto sector at the threshold of transformation — fueled by the Federal Government’s push for local manufacturing, electric mobility, and gradual adoption of compressed natural gas as alternative to fossil fuel — the landmark event offers an irresistible opportunity.

The press statement further said, “All the state governors, as well as the FCTA, have been officially invited to participate,

“Pavilions have been reserved for each governor and the FCTA to position their state as the next big frontier in automobile assembly, parts manufacturing, transport technology, and job-creating logistics infrastructure. It is an ample opportunity open for them to latch on to.

“This is not just another event. It is a strategic national platform. Any governor that misses this will be missing out on international investors, major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), financial partners, and infrastructure developers who are coming specifically to explore State-level opportunities.”

The Eagle Square venue, according to the press release, would offer a veritable platform for governors, FCTA administration, and even local government Chairmen to, among other benefits: Meet global auto Investors and finance providers, showcase local transport infrastructure opportunities, and attract public-private partnerships (PPPs) in CNG, electric vehicles, and urban mobility solutions.

Participation in the landmark motor fair would also  position the states, FCTA and local councils for investments in export-oriented auto components, engage with banks, insurers, assembly plants and tech startups; and display the political will to industrialise and create jobs

“Nigeria’s auto future will not be written from Abuja alone. It will be written from the states. This fair is the perfect place for governors to shape that story,” the Organizing Committee added

Co-organised with the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC), and strongly backed by industry giants and foreign partners, the fair is shaping up to be a definitive national event.

It was learnt that high-level Federal Government figures have confirmed attendance, including key ministers, members of the National Assembly, and the Vice President.

“The 25th Abuja Motor Fair is a litmus test for visionary leadership,” noted an international trade analyst. “It’s about who is ready to industrialize, create jobs, and attract FDI. The smart governors will be there with full branding and investment desks. Others will explain later.”