The 8th edition of the Nigerian Manufacturing and Equipment Exhibition (NIMEE), combined with the Raw Materials Exhibition, will take place from August 5 to 7, 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria — and Togolese companies are ready to engage.
More than just exhibitors, a delegation of Togolese entrepreneurs and industrialists will attend not only to showcase their capabilities, but primarily to source cutting-edge machinery, raw materials, and technological solutions to strengthen local production.
A Strategic Gateway for Industrial Growth
This major event brings together:
- Over 100 equipment manufacturers (local and international),
- Around 100 raw material suppliers,
- Industrial startups and innovation hubs,
- Research and development institutes,
- Investors and government officials from across West Africa.
For Togolese businesses, especially SMEs and emerging manufacturers, the expo represents a strategic opportunity to:
- Upgrade production tools and processes,
- Reduce import dependency through local sourcing,
- Forge partnerships with Nigerian and pan-African suppliers,
- And stay competitive in a rapidly evolving regional market.
Beyond Exhibition: A B2B Sourcing Mission
While some Togolese firms will present their products, the primary focus for many is procurement. Key sectors expected to benefit include:
- Agro-processing (seeking packaging and processing equipment),
- Textiles and leather (in need of modern machinery),
- Construction materials (exploring new inputs and technologies),
- Renewable energy (sourcing components for solar and off-grid systems).
By acquiring modern equipment and materials, Togolese companies aim to increase productivity, improve product quality, and scale up operations.
Strengthening Regional Industrial Ties
The participation of Togolese firms also reflects a growing push for regional value chain integration in West Africa. With Nigeria as Africa’s largest economy and a manufacturing hub, the event fosters South-South cooperation and reduces reliance on extra-African imports.
“This is more than a trade fair — it’s a platform for industrial leapfrogging,” said a Togolese trade official.
Government and Institutional Support
The Togolese delegation is supported by national agencies promoting industrial development and export, including the Ministry of Industry and Technology and CEPAREX (Togo’s export promotion agency). Their goal: to ensure that local businesses return with concrete deals and actionable insights.
Call to Action:
Have you attended an international industrial fair? What equipment or partnerships would boost Togolese manufacturing? Share your insights in the comments — let’s build a stronger industrial Togo together.