Nigeria’s 2026 Economic Prospects in Focus at FirstBank Summit

By Love Ikuku-Oyedokun

Lagos, Nigeria – January 2, 2026 – FirstBank, West Africa’s leading financial institution, is set to host the Nigeria Economic Outlook 2026 on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, under the theme: “The Great Calibration: Mastering Resilience in an Era of Asynchronous Growth.”

Cablenews24 reports that the annual forum provides businesses and individuals with critical insights into Nigeria’s economic landscape, helping stakeholders make informed decisions for the year ahead. The 2026 edition will analyze key trends from the past year, forecast economic prospects, and explore strategies for navigating domestic and global challenges.

Olayinka Ijabiyi, Acting Group Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications at FirstBank, stated: “FirstBank remains committed to empowering Nigerians with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in a dynamic economy. This session will equip participants with expert-backed strategies to drive growth and resilience in 2026.”

This Online News Medium gathered that the event highlights includes:

Keynote Address: Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist & MD, Research & Trade Intelligence, AfreximBank.

Panel Discussion: Featuring top economists and industry leaders, including:

Olusegun Zaccheaus (Chief Economist, PwC)

Francis Anatogu (CEO, Transaharan)

Prof. Bongo Adi (Professor of Economics & Data Analytics, Lagos Business School)

Niyi Yusuf (Managing Partner, Verraki)

Cheta Nwanze (Lead Partner, SBM Intelligence)

Osahon Ogieva (Deputy MD, FirstBank Ghana)

Ayokunle Ojo (Head, Treasury Sales & Derivatives Marketing, FirstBank)

Laura Fisayo-Kolawole (Head, Equities & Alternative Solu

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