Ecobank Nigeria has announced the fifth edition of the Adire Lagos Experience, its flagship cultural and creative industry showcase, scheduled to hold from June 11 to 14, 2026, in Lagos.
The event will take place at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Victoria Island, and is expected to bring together artisans, designers, and cultural enthusiasts from across Nigeria and other parts of Africa.
The 2026 edition is themed “Threads Across Borders,” highlighting the cultural depth and global appeal of Adire as a uniquely Nigerian textile tradition, while positioning it within a broader Pan-African narrative.
According to the bank, the four-day exhibition will feature more than 100 vendors, with the majority drawn from Nigeria as the home of Adire production.
About 10 per cent of participants will come from other African countries, contributing diverse textile expressions and fostering cross-border collaboration.
Speaking on the initiative, Head of SMEs, Partnerships and Collaborations at Ecobank Nigeria, Omoboye Odu, said the event reflects a balance between preserving local heritage and promoting continental inclusion.
“Adire is proudly Nigerian, and this platform remains firmly anchored in celebrating our local artisans and creative enterprises. At the same time, Ecobank’s Pan-African mandate allows us to open the space to creators from other African markets, encouraging collaboration and shared learning,” she said.
In addition to exhibitions, the event will feature indigenous cuisine, African music, cultural performances, and curated networking sessions aimed at strengthening business linkages across the creative value chain.
Ecobank also announced that registration is open for prospective exhibitors, with selected applicants eligible for complimentary exhibition booths. Applications are expected to close on April 28, 2026.
Through the Adire Lagos Experience, Ecobank continues to promote Nigeria’s cultural heritage while advancing Pan-African collaboration, positioning the creative industry as a driver of economic growth and enterprise development.
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