West Africa's largest power, construction and infrastructure event
The 2nd annual edition of West Africa’s largest power, construction and infrastructure event came to an end on 19th November in Abuja, Nigeria.
Over 200 delegates, 13 sponsors, 50 exhibitors and 1500 visitors joined us for the 2nd annual edition of Nigeria Infrastructure Forum & Exhibition.
We would like to thank Dr. Hassan Muhammad Lawal, Honourable Minister of Works, Housing and Urban Development, who came representing H.E. Goodluck Jonathan, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the members of our esteemed Steering Committee, as well as all distinguished speakers and participants.
On the agenda at this year’s two day conference and PPP seminar were presentations and case studies about a variety of important issues and projects, including:
- The roadmap to Vision 2020
- Opportunities and challenges in Nigerian infrastructure
- An update on new and existing projects in power, road, rail, and water
- New city development projects, such as Greater Port Harcourt to name only one
- Legal and regulatory frameworks
- Project finance
- A focused, in-depth PPP seminar to round off the conference
The impressive speaker line up included renowned private and public sector speakers, allowing for a successful and engaging dialogue on the way forward, tackling challenges and succeeding in the implementation of the ambitious mid- and long-term goals. Among the renowned speakers were Prof. Bart Nnaji from Geometric Power, discussing the Aba Power Project, Onno Ruhl from the World Bank, Engr. Mansur Ahmed from the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC) and Dr. David Ige from NNPC, presenting updates on the Gas Master Plan.
“A fantastic networking opportunity for the public sector and private investors”
Dr. Justice Nwobike, Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority
“NIF 2009 is a conference organised at the right time in the industry. If every delegate will put to practice what we have learnt, I see a greater Nigeria with a world class infrastructure in a couple of years”
Robert Oseghale, Construction Kaiser Ltd.
NIF 2010
Whether you have been a part of this year’s event or not, don’t forget to put the dates for next year’s 3rd edition of NIF, taking place on 23 – 25 November 2010, in your diary now! In an exciting change from this year's location – and in response to popular demand – we are moving to Lagos and are looking forward to NIF 2010 being held at the Eko Expo Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Please email Monika Gonda on mgonda@thecwcgroup.com with any feedback and suggestions for developing next year’s event.
To discuss unique and tailor-made sponsorship packages specific to your company’s strategy please email Tim Millard on tmillard@thecwcgroup.com or call him on +44 20 7978 0083.