NIMS 2026

What to Expect at NIMS 2026

The National Industrial Manpower Summit (NIMS) 2026 will take place on 15–16 October 2026 at the State House Banquet Hall, Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Bringing together government, industry, academia, development partners and international stakeholders, the two-day summit will explore practical solutions to Nigeria's workforce and industrial development challenges.

Expected Deliverables

National Industrial Workforce Strategy

A comprehensive 10-year roadmap to guide the development of Nigeria's industrial talent, align workforce planning with national priorities and strengthen long-term industrial competitiveness.

Policy Recommendations

Actionable recommendations to inform workforce development, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) reform, industrial skills policy and broader human capital development.

Strategic Partnerships

New collaborations between government, industry, academia and development partners that accelerate workforce development, knowledge exchange and industrial innovation.

International Collaboration

Stronger partnerships with international governments, multilateral organisations, development agencies and global industry leaders to share best practices, encourage investment and strengthen Nigeria's position within the global industrial ecosystem.

Investment Frameworks

Practical frameworks that encourage investment in workforce development, skills infrastructure, innovation and industrial capacity-building across priority sectors.

Sector Roadmaps

Industry-specific roadmaps that identify emerging workforce needs, critical skills gaps and collaborative opportunities across key sectors of Nigeria's economy.

Who Should Attend?

NIMS 2026 welcomes stakeholders from across Nigeria and around the world who are committed to strengthening industrial workforce development.

Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies

Manufacturers and Industry Leaders

Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)

Academic and Research Institutions

Technical & Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Skills Development Organisations

Development Partners

International Organisations

Investors and Financial Institutions

Young Professionals and Emerging Leaders

Programme Overview

Day 1

Thursday 15th

Presidential Opening & National Dialogue

MORNING

Presidential Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
Industry Keynote
Technical Papers I & II

AFTERNOON

Executive Plenary Session
Exhibition Opening
Networking & Reception

Day 2

Friday 16th

Innovation, Implementation & Commitments

MORNING

Technology Keynote
Entrepreneurship Keynote
Technical Paper III & Strategic Roundtables

AFTERNOON

Policy Dialogues & Partnership Signings
Communique Adoption
Gala Night Awards

Day 1Thursday 15th	Day 2Friday 16th
Presidential Opening & National Dialogue MORNING Presidential Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address Industry Keynote Technical Papers I & II AFTERNOON Executive Plenary Session Exhibition Opening Networking & Reception	Innovation, Implementation & Commitments MORNING Technology Keynote Entrepreneurship Keynote Technical Paper III & Strategic Roundtables AFTERNOON Policy Dialogues & Partnership Signings Communique Adoption Gala Night Awards

Full Agenda Coming Soon

The detailed programme, including keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout sessions and networking events, will be announced closer to the summit.

Stay connected for updates as the agenda is finalised.