The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry has assured all participants at the 20th edition of the Abuja International Trade Fair that the 21st fair in 2026 will be better and more fulfilling.

Adesoji Adesugba gave the assurance at the closing ceremony of the AITF on Tuesday in Abuja.

The AITF commenced on September 25 and ended on October 6, but the closing ceremony was postponed until October 7, 2025.

The theme of the fair was ‘Sustainable: Consumption, Incentives and Taxation’.

Mr Adesugba said that the fair provided an exceptional platform for start-ups, small and medium enterprises, and multinational corporations to showcase innovations, network, and expand their market. He described the AITF as “highly successful, bigger and more impactful than the previous editions”.

Following the impact of the 20th fair, the ACCI assured participants that the 21st ATIF in 2026 “will be bigger, better, and even more fulfilling”.

“The chamber remains steadfast in advancing business interests and national economic development. For two decades, we have consistently driven initiatives that promote trade, business growth, and sustainable economic development in the FCT and across the nation,” he said.

Mr Adesugba urged all stakeholders to collaborate with the ACCI for effective innovation and sustainability, thereby boosting the country’s economy.

He, however, commended all the participants, exhibitors, and other stakeholders for making the fair a landmark success.

“I extend  my heartfelt appreciation to exhibitors, sponsors, and participants for their dedication and the ACCI staff for their tireless efforts in delivering a memorable 20th edition,” he said.

(NAN)