7th Conference of Nigeria Trade Associations & Award (CONiTA) 2025

Harnessing the Power of Trade Associations for Inclusive Growth, Shared Prosperity & Sustainability…

Theme: Thriving Together: Shaping the Future of Trade Association Industry with Sustainability

Date & Time
Wednesday 10th, September,  2025 TIME: 10:00am Prompt

Keynote Speeches

Inspirational talks from thought leaders tackling the importance of collaboration in business across border.

Panel Discussion

Featuring industry experts discussing the multifaceted aspects of a nation without trade associations.

Award Ceremony

Award Session to honour deserving individuals, corporate bodies for their Support towards inclusive economic growth across sectors.

Services Exhibition

 Provision of opportunity for exhibition especially for the service industry, and facilitating connection across attendees

Know More

Every entity operates under one economy which is practically the ground of convergence. Emphatically, the roles for Economic Development and sustainability are beyond the confine effort of a single trade association, individual or organization hence the clarion demand for a broad base multi-stakeholder conference.

This year’s conference invites key stakeholders; trade association leaders, government officials, business entrepreneurs, investors, and development partners to deliberate on strategies that will enable the industry to thrive with sustainability amidst present economic realities and to shape a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future for Nigeria’s trade associations industry as a whole.

A few things we’re great at

Promoting the idea of building sustainable economic development among trade associations, communicating across diverse sectors and industry…Connecting market and rewarding engagement for corporate and individual stakeholders.

ITAM, NIgeria

ITAM is poised with suit of leadership training, governance, membership growth, and management of trade associations in modern economy. Enrol for a training programme and differentiate yourself in the Industry with a professional certification / designation in Trade Association Management.

Co-Facilitator

A Sustainability advocate, held managerial positions in the nonprofit organization/private sector in the past two decades interacting with government agencies and leading businesses. Consulted for a leading Industry Associations in Nigeria

In Attendance

Reckoning attendance of diverse association, the Conference witnessed turnover attendace of members of the Lagos State Council of Tradesmen and Artisans (LASCOTA) and the State Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment.

Venue of The Conference

LCCI Conference and Exhibition Centre, No: 10, Dr. Nurudeen Olowopopo Way, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.

Date & Time

Wednesday 10th September, 2025

TIME:   10:00am Prompt

Book a Seat Today, Attendance is free

What CONiTA Offers

Promoting the idea of building sustainable economic development among trade associations, communicating across diverse sectors and industry…Connecting market and rewarding engagement for stakeholders.

Award Ceremony

This year’s Conference shall feature Award Session to honour well deserving individuals, corporate organizations and trade associations for their Support towards inclusive economic growth across sectors. The award comes in different categories. The 7th CONITA is also expanded to feature other meaningful sessions, such as: Panel Discussions: Featuring industry experts, economists, and policymakers discussing the multifaceted aspects; Keynote Speeches: Inspirational talks from thought leaders tackling the importance of collaboration in business; Networking Opportunities: Facilitate connections among attendees; partners and sponsors; Exhibition, especially for the service industry shall be available.

The Conversation

The Nigeria Trade Association Industry plays a pivotal role in fostering inclusive economic growth and shared prosperity across sector with international collaboration within and beyond Nigeria’s borders. The global economy is constantly evolving with core sustainability, driven technological advancements, shifting geopolitical landscapes, and emerging dynamics in commerce. It is imperative for Nigeria trade associations industry to adapt, innovate, and collaborate effectively. The current economic climate, echoes of distrust and statistical – data arising presents both challenges and opportunities that require strategic resilience and forward-thinking leadership. This conference rise to foster sustainable future for trade associations industry as a whole.
 

The Overview

Thriving together requires collective effort, innovation, and strategic foresight. This conference seeks to catalyze the transformation of Nigeria’s trade association industry, ensuring it remains robust, adaptable, and influential in shaping Nigeria’s economic future with sustainability mindset. Through collaboration and shared vision, stakeholders can harness opportunities and overcome challenges to build a resilient ecosystem for the association industry. The basic objective is to assess the current state of Nigeria Trade Association Industry amidst the present economic climate; Identify innovative approaches, policies, and practices that can enhance the competitiveness and sustainability of trade associations an in Nigeria and Africa at large.

Team of Speakers

Featuring industry experts, economists, and policymakers discussing the multifaceted aspects of operating without trade associations.

Dr. Alex Nwuba

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Nelson Obine

Keynote speaker

Mrs. Taiwo Abiose

guest of honour

What are you waiting for?

Attendance is Free, But You must register to Secure a Seat. Register Now!

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Guest Speakers/Panelist

Featuring industry experts, economists, and policymakers discussing the multifaceted aspects of operating without trade associations.

National President
National Electronics Technicians
Association of Nigeria (NETAN)

Engr. Gbolahan Akinsanya

President, Lagos State
Council of Tradesmen and
Artisans

(LASCOTA)

Engr. Lawrence Ajayi

Data & AI Advocate
Founder –
LEARNTOR

Mercy George-Igbafe (MGI)

CORPORATE SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Event is still Open for Sponsors

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Contact us

ITAM Suite, 25 Amore Street,
Off Toyin Street,
St. Leo Catholic Bus -Stop,
Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
Tel: +234 915 540 8001
Email: info@conita.org.ng
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