Lagos Unveils Trade Fair Targeting 3,000 MSMEs

The Lagos State Government has introduced the first Lagos MSMEs Exclusive and Eko Round City Trade Fair, aimed at boosting grassroots enterprise and expanding economic opportunities. The fair will run from December 8 to 14, 2025, at the National Stadium, Surulere, and will feature about 3,000 MSMEs.

Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Folashade Ambrose, said the initiative reflects government’s commitment to supporting small businesses and connecting entrepreneurs across LGAs. Participants will come from Surulere, Lagos Island, Lagos Mainland, Eti-Osa, Apapa and their LCDAs.

Ambrose highlighted MSMEs’ vital role in Lagos’ economy, noting the sector’s significant contribution to state and national GDP. She said the fair will offer micro and informal businesses access to markets, partnerships and capacity-building opportunities.

Fair Coordinator, Fuad Oki, commended the initiative, saying it will attract artisans, traders, fashion designers, food vendors and tech service providers. Surulere LG Chairman, Yusuf Suleiman, also thanked Governor Sanwo-Olu, noting the fair will boost grassroots economic activity across the state.

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