CEO Forum 2026

The economy is projected to grow by approximately 4.1% in 2026( IMF 2026 report), supported by improving macroeconomic conditions, stronger performance across key service sectors and increased oil production. Inflation has also moderated substantially, reaching 15.91% in June 2026. However, continued pressure on food prices, operating costs and household purchasing power means that the country’s disinflationary progress is not yet fully secured.

The foreign-exchange market has become more orderly following recent reforms, although currency movements and access to foreign exchange remain important considerations for companies with imported inputs, foreign-currency obligations and regional operations. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s Foreign Exchange Code is also strengthening expectations around transparency, governance, ethical conduct and accountability within the FX market.Energy remains another major source of uncertainty. Continued geopolitical tensions and volatility in global oil markets have direct consequences for transportation, production, supply chains and consumer demand. Although higher oil prices can support government revenues, they can also increase domestic business costs particularly where higher export earnings are not matched by sufficient production volumes, stable energy supply and efficient transmission into the wider economy.

At the same time, government policy is reshaping how capital is mobilised and deployed. Fiscal reforms, greater market discipline and the growing emphasis on sustainable and climate-aligned finance are creating new expectations for corporate leadership, investment and accountability.

This is the environment in which the CEO Forum will convene: one of genuine economic progress, persistent volatility and rapidly evolving rules governing capital, energy and responsible business.

For CEOs, the question is, how prepared are you to lead through them. This will be the centre of the discussions not reading about the decisions afterward.