FirstBank of Nigeria Limited has announced plans to host the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, an annual economic forum aimed at providing insights into Nigeria’s economic direction and helping stakeholders navigate emerging challenges and opportunities.
The event, scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, will be held under the theme “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth.” It is designed as a customer-facing platform that sets the tone for economic discourse at the start of the year.
According to the bank, the 2026 edition will review Nigeria’s economic performance over the past year, outline prospects for the year ahead, and offer expert perspectives on global and domestic trends shaping the economy.
The forum is expected to equip participants with practical insights to support informed decision-making in a dynamic economic environment.
Commenting ahead of the event, Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications at FirstBank, Olayinka Ijabiyi, said the initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to supporting businesses and individuals across the country.
“FirstBank remains dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Nigerian businesses and individuals, and this event is a testament to that commitment,” Ijabiyi said.
“As we welcome the new year, the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 will serve as a platform for our customers and stakeholders to better understand how to navigate the complexities of Nigeria’s economic landscape and make informed decisions that drive transformative progress.”
The forum will feature a keynote address by Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist and Managing Director, Research and Trade Intelligence at Afreximbank.
A high-level panel discussion will follow, bringing together leading economists and industry experts, including Olusegun Zaccheaus, Chief Economist at PwC; Francis Anatogu, Chief Executive Officer, Transaharan; Professor Bongo Adi of Lagos Business School; Niyi Yusuf, Managing Partner at Verraki;
Others are; Cheta Nwanze, Lead Partner at SBM Intelligence; Osahon Ogieva, Deputy Managing Director, FirstBank Ghana; Ayokunle Ojo, Head of Treasury Sales and Derivatives Marketing, FirstBank; and Laura Fisayo-Kolawole, Head of Equities and Alternative Solutions at First Asset Management.
The panel session will be moderated by Chike Uzoma, Head of Strategy and Corporate Development at FirstBank.
Interested participants can register to attend the virtual session via FirstBank’s official webinar platform.
FirstBank said it will continue to support individuals and businesses in achieving their financial goals, while contributing to economic growth and long-term prosperity in Nigeria.
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