...to chart path for growth and resilience
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and a leading financial inclusion service provider, has announced plans to host the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 on Tuesday, 6 January 2025, as it convenes policymakers, economists, and business leaders to examine Nigeria’s growth trajectory.
The annual customer-facing forum, themed “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth”, is designed to set the tone for economic discourse at the start of the year. The 2026 edition will assess Nigeria’s economic performance over the past year, outline expectations for 2026 and provide expert insights into global and domestic trends shaping the country’s outlook.
Nigeria Economic Outlook is positioned as a strategic platform through which FirstBank equips its customers and stakeholders with timely intelligence to navigate prevailing economic realities and make informed financial and business decisions.
Speaking ahead of the event, the Acting Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications at FirstBank, Olayinka Ijabiyi said, “FirstBank remains dedicated to supporting the growth and development of Nigerian businesses and individuals, and this event is a testament to that commitment. 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.”
The session will feature a strong line-up of economic analysts and industry leaders, with the keynote address to be delivered by Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist and Managing Director of Research & Trade Intelligence at Afrexim Bank.
A high-level panel discussion will follow, bringing together Olusegun Zaccheaus, Chief Economist at PwC; Francis Anatogu, Chief Executive of Transaharan; Professor Bongo Adi, Professor of Economics & Data Analytics at Lagos Business School; Niyi Yusuf, Managing Partner at Verraki; Cheta Nwanze, Lead Partner at SBM Intelligence; Osahon Ogieva, Deputy Managing Director at FirstBank; Ayokunle Ojo, Head of Treasury Sales & Derivatives Marketing at FirstBank; and Laura Fisayo-Kolawole, Head of Equities and Alternative Solutions at First Asset Management. The discussion will be moderated by Chike Uzoma, Head of Strategy & Corporate Development at FirstBank.
FirstBank said the forum underscores its role as a trusted partner for personal, business and corporate financial decisions, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Nigerians in achieving their financial aspirations while driving sustainable growth and prosperity across the nation.
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