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21 April 2026 | Sky Lounge, Eko Hotel & Suites, Lagos, Nigeria
The World Ahead 2026: Nigeria brought policymakers, business leaders, investors and creative-sector voices together in Lagos to examine how Nigeria can build a more resilient and sustainable future from within. Produced by CT Productions under exclusive licence from The Economist, the fifth Lagos edition moved the conversation from prediction to preparation, exploring how stronger institutions, local capability, investment and responsible storytelling can turn uncertainty into long-term value.
- Global outlook and key themes shaping 2026, introduced through The World Ahead.
- Nigeria’s resilience, competitiveness and sustainable economic growth.
- Agriculture, energy, infrastructure and the systems needed to support long-term development.
- Creative economy, cultural capital, education and funding for the next generation of entrepreneurs.
- The role of media and trusted narratives in shaping investment, policy and public understanding.
- Executive address by Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu; contributions included Adeyinka Adeyemi, Ayoola Ogunyomi, Denise Eseimokumoh, Harry Daskalakis and Mark Roberts.
| TWA2026 archive: browse all posts
| Pre-launch editorial: read here
| Official teaser: CT Productions YouTube
| TechCabal recap: read here
| Guardian Nigeria coverage: read here
| The World Ahead hub: all editions
“The World Ahead 2026” under exclusive license
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