The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies has moved its National Summit and Exhibition on the Orange Economy from October to December 2026.
The event, organised in partnership with Bruit Costaud Government Affairs Et Al Limited, was initially scheduled for October 6 to 8 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Lagos.
However, in a statement issued on Wednesday, the organisers announced that the summit would now hold from December 8 to 10 at the Admiralty Event Centre on Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The organisers explained that the postponement would allow more time to enhance the summit’s programme, broaden stakeholder participation and strengthen its overall impact and expected outcomes.
“The event was rescheduled to allow additional time to strengthen the event programme, broaden stakeholder participation and maximize the Summit’s overall impact and deliverables,” the statement said.
The summit is expected to bring together policymakers, investors, creative and cultural industry leaders, entrepreneurs, academics, development partners and other stakeholders to examine opportunities and challenges within Nigeria’s Orange Economy.
The Orange Economy encompasses economic activities driven by creativity, culture and intellectual property, including film, music, fashion, publishing, advertising, design, visual arts, entertainment and cultural industries.
The sector has increasingly featured in Nigeria’s economic diversification strategy, with the Federal Government seeking to expand its contribution to employment, investment, innovation and national output.
The government has also introduced initiatives aimed at improving financing, skills development, infrastructure and investment in the creative sector, amid concerns over challenges including access to capital, piracy, inadequate infrastructure and limited sectoral data.
According to the organisers, “the NIPSS summit will provide a platform for stakeholders to explore how the creative and cultural industries can contribute more significantly to economic diversification, job creation, innovation, investment and sustainable development.”
The organisers also expressed appreciation to stakeholders who had committed to the event, including partners, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, media organisations and registered participants.
“We sincerely appreciate the enthusiasm and support demonstrated by our partners, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, media organizations and registered participants,” they said.
They apologised for any inconvenience caused by the change in the date and venue, while urging stakeholders to maintain their support for the rescheduled event.
“While we regret any inconvenience caused by the change in timing and location, we look forward to the continued support and active participation of all stakeholders,” the organisers said.
They added that the summit would provide “a robust national conversation and a compelling showcase of Nigeria’s vibrant Orange Economy” when it holds in December.
The event is now scheduled for December 8 to 10 2026, at the Admiralty Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
