Oyedele expected at FiBOP 2026 Conference

The minister of finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Mr Taiwo Oyedele, has accepted the invitation to participate as a special guest at the 2026 Annual Conference and Awards of the Finance and Business Online Publishers Association (FiBOP).

The two-day event, slated for October 17 and 18, 2026 will be held under the theme ‘Unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential: Taxation, industry, insurance, fintech, trade and investment as catalysts for Nigeria’s $1trn vision’ at Orchids Hotel, Lekki, Lagos.

The association said in a statement that the event will bring together policymakers, regulators, business leaders, investors and media professionals to discuss strategies for unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential.

“Oyedele’s acceptance is expected to add to the policy discussions at the conference, particularly as Nigeria continues to pursue economic reforms aimed at improving revenue generation, strengthening the business environment and attracting investment.

“His participation will also provide an opportunity for stakeholders to engage with issues surrounding fiscal policy, taxation, economic coordination and the role of the private sector in driving sustainable growth,” the statement said.

Other prominent personalities expected at the event include the chief executive officer of the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), Dr Muda Yusuf, who will chair the conference with the chairman of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), Mr Umaru Kwairanga.

The director-general and chief executive officer of the Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA), Mrs Bola Odukale, has also been named as the guest speaker.

The programme is expected to feature discussions on taxation, industrial development, insurance, financial technology, trade and investment, with emphasis on their contributions to Nigeria’s long-term economic ambitions.

The FiBOP conference and awards will also recognise individuals and organisations whose contributions have supported the development of Nigeria’s financial services sector, business environment and economic reporting.

“The conference is part of FiBOP’s efforts to promote informed public discourse on economic and financial issues while providing a platform for constructive engagement between government institutions, the private sector and the media.

“Through the gathering, the association aims to strengthen collaboration among public institutions, businesses and the media while encouraging policies and initiatives capable of expanding investment opportunities and supporting economic growth,” the association said.

FiBOP is a professional body of online publishers covering Nigeria’s finance, business and economic sectors.