The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has stepped up its preparations for the upcoming Nigerian Economic Summit 2025 by deepening its engagement with the media, as it aims to create a more inclusive and participatory platform for dialogue on the country’s economic future. The summit is scheduled to hold in October 2025 in Abuja, and the group is already building alliances to ensure robust national and regional participation.
As part of these efforts, NESG’s leadership recently visited the Lagos headquarters of News Central TV to strengthen media collaboration and expand coverage of the summit’s key issues. The strategic meeting saw both organisations agree on the importance of consistent and evidence-based media engagement to drive policy advocacy and widen public discourse around Nigeria’s economic challenges and potential solutions.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, Dr Tayo Aduloju, said that the media plays a vital role in shaping public understanding and influencing government policy. He explained that strong media partnerships would not only amplify the messages of the summit but also stimulate meaningful conversations among Nigerians from different sectors. “It is important for us to engage the media early and consistently. This is how we can ensure that the summit’s outcomes reflect the voices and interests of the Nigerian people, as well as those of the private sector and government,” Dr Aduloju said.
He further stressed that the 2025 edition of the Nigerian Economic Summit would focus on economic stabilisation, competitiveness, growth, and inclusive development — themes that are in line with the group’s ongoing reform agenda. These themes are expected to guide policy discussions and generate recommendations that will address Nigeria’s long-standing structural economic problems.
In addition to domestic efforts, NESG also revealed plans to hold regional events across West Africa. These events aim to build partnerships that will promote economic cooperation and integration within the region. According to Dr Aduloju, Nigeria’s economic future is closely tied to the success of West Africa as a whole, and the summit will provide a platform for exploring opportunities for regional collaboration. He said that such initiatives would also help position Nigeria as a leader in regional economic development.
On the media side, the Managing Director of News Central TV, Mr Kayode Akintemi, expressed support for the partnership and commended NESG for recognising the role of media in national development. He said the collaboration would allow the TV station to play its part in fostering informed public debates, sharing expert opinions, and giving visibility to issues that affect Nigeria’s economic progress.
“The media is a bridge between policymakers and the people. With NESG’s partnership, we are looking forward to creating content that educates, informs, and engages Nigerians on the crucial matters that will be discussed during the summit,” Akintemi said.
The NESG also restated its commitment to a participatory summit process that includes voices from civil society organisations, young people, business leaders, and public sector stakeholders. This approach, the group said, is essential for ensuring that the recommendations generated from the summit reflect the diverse realities of Nigerians.
The Nigerian Economic Summit, first held in 1993, is one of the country’s longest-running platforms for public-private sector engagement. Over the years, it has shaped several economic reforms and influenced key policy directions. With the 2025 summit around the corner, expectations are high that the meeting will produce fresh strategies for economic recovery and inclusive growth in Nigeria.
NESG’s renewed emphasis on media engagement, regional partnerships, and inclusive dialogue signals its intention to make the 2025 summit not just another event but a catalyst for real policy impact. More announcements and activities are expected in the coming weeks as preparations intensify.
