FirstBank of Nigeria Limited, West Africa’s premier financial institution and a leading financial inclusion services provider, has announced the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, 6 January 2026. Themed “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth,” the forum will convene policymakers, business leaders, economists, and key stakeholders to examine Nigeria’s economic trajectory in the year ahead.
The Nigeria Economic Outlook is an annual flagship, customer-facing thought-leadership platform convened by FirstBank to set the tone for economic discourse at the start of each year. Over the years, FirstBank has consistently sponsored and hosted the programme, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner to businesses and individuals by providing timely insights into macroeconomic trends, policy directions, and market opportunities.
The 2026 edition will offer a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s economic performance in the preceding year, provide a forward-looking outlook for 2026, and deliver expert perspectives on global and domestic developments shaping the economy. Participants will gain practical insights to support strategic planning, risk management, and sustainable growth in an increasingly complex economic environment.
Commenting ahead of the event, Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications at FirstBank, said:
“FirstBank remains deeply committed to supporting the growth and prosperity of Nigerian businesses and individuals. The Nigeria Economic Outlook is a reflection of this commitment and a continuation of our longstanding tradition of thought leadership. As we begin a new year, the 2026 edition will provide our customers and stakeholders with the knowledge and expert insights required to navigate Nigeria’s evolving economic landscape, make informed decisions, and drive sustainable, transformative progress.”
The session will feature a distinguished lineup of economists and industry leaders. The keynote address will be delivered by Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist and Managing Director, Research & Trade Intelligence, Afreximbank.
Following the keynote, a high-level panel discussion will feature:
- Olusegun Zaccheaus, Chief Economist, PwC
- Francis Anatogu, Chief Executive Officer, Transaharan
- Professor Bongo Adi, Professor of Economics & Data Analytics, Lagos Business School
- Niyi Yusuf, Managing Partner, Verraki
- Cheta Nwanze, Lead Partner, SBM Intelligence
- Osahon Ogieva, Deputy Managing Director, FirstBank Ghana
- Ayokunle Ojo, Head, Treasury Sales & Derivatives Marketing, FirstBank
- Laura Fisayo-Kolawole, Head, Equities and Alternative Solutions, First Asset Management
The panel discussion will be moderated by Chike Uzoma, Head, Strategy & Corporate Development, FirstBank.
Through initiatives such as the Nigeria Economic Outlook, FirstBank continues to demonstrate leadership in shaping informed economic conversations and empowering stakeholders to thrive amid changing economic realities.
