FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and a leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 6 January 2025. The session will convene under the theme “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth.”

A Platform That Sets the Economic Tone for the Year

Nigeria Economic Outlook remains FirstBank’s annual customer facing forum designed to set the tone for prevailing economic realities at the start of each year.

Through this platform, the bank equips its customers and stakeholders with timely insights to help them navigate economic conditions more effectively.

For the 2026 edition, the session will review Nigeria’s economic performance over the past year, provide a forward looking outlook for 2026, and examine global and domestic trends alongside their implications for the nation’s economy in the year ahead.

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FirstBank Reaffirms Commitment to Growth and Informed Decision Making

Commenting ahead of the event, Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head, Marketing and Corporate Communications at FirstBank, reiterated the institution’s commitment to national growth and customer empowerment.

“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 2025 will serve as a platform for our customers and stakeholders to learn how to navigate the complexities of Nigeria’s economic landscape in 2026. This initiative aims to help them make informed decisions based on expert recommendations and insights garnered from the session to drive giant transformative progress, allowing both businesses and individuals to thrive in the new year.”

Distinguished Experts Lead Keynote and Panel Discussions

The session will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers drawn from economics, consulting, finance, and industry leadership. The keynote address will be delivered by Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist and Managing Director of Research and Trade Intelligence at Afrexim Bank.

Following the keynote, a high level panel discussion will further examine critical economic themes shaping Nigeria’s future.

Robust Panel to Examine Nigeria’s Economic Trajectory

Panelists include Olusegun Zaccheaus, Chief Economist, PwC; Francis Anatogu, Chief Executive, Transaharan; Professor Bongo Adi, Professor of Economics and Data Analytics, Lagos Business School; Niyi Yusuf, Managing Partner, Verraki; Cheta Nwanze, Lead Partner at SBM Intelligence; Osahon Ogieva, Deputy Managing Director, FirstBank Ghana; Ayokunle Ojo, Head, Treasury Sales and Derivatives Marketing, FirstBank; and Laura Fisayo Kolawole, Head, Equities and Alternative Solutions, First Asset Management.

The discussion will be moderated by Chike Uzoma, Head, Strategy and Corporate Development, FirstBank.

Registration Opens for Interested Participants

Interested participants can register and attend the session via
https://firstbanknigeria.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PvQyniM4Rpmp1HqQoqbPvQ

 

Driving Prosperity Through Insight and Partnership

As the partner of first choice for personal, business, and corporate financial decisions, FirstBank continues to support Nigerians in achieving their financial aspirations. Through initiatives such as the Nigeria Economic Outlook, the bank reinforces its role in driving growth, fostering resilience, and shaping a brighter economic future for individuals, businesses, and the nation at large.