Five editions in, The World Ahead: Nigeria continues to evolve alongside the region it serves.
As preparations continue for the 2026 edition, we reflect on the platform’s growth into a strategic annual convening in a recent article published in The Guardian – Nigeria.
At a moment of global recalibration, grounded dialogue across Nigeria and West Africa has become essential.
We look forward to once again bringing these questions into live discussion with leaders across the region.
Link to the full article: https://guardian.ng
…
From our first launch in 2022, under exclusive licence from The Economist, The World Ahead has grown in scale and impact.
It has brought together the leaders shaping Nigeria and West Africa, and sparked conversations that continue beyond the stage.
Now, as we prepare for our fifth annual launch event in April, we reflect not only on how far we’ve come, but on how much further we intend to go.