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Design Week Lagos is partnering with Ecobank Nigeria and the Lagos State Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy to present the country\u2019s first Design and Innovation Exhibition, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Commenting on this development, Hannatu Musawa,Nigeria\u2019s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, stated: \u201cThis exhibition offers a distinctive avenue for our nation\u2019s economic advancement. By harnessing the synergy between Nigerian creativity and the manufacturing sector, we can modernize and innovate our products, promote the production of Nigerian creativity and furniture, and strengthen our economic connections.\u201d
Titi Ogufere, Founder of Design Week Lagos and the Design, Innovation, and Inventors Hub of Nigeria, shared her vision for the event: \u201cThe Design and Innovation Exhibition 2025 is more than a celebration of design; it represents a bold step toward positioning Nigeria at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. By fostering collaborations between designers and manufacturers, we aim to develop innovative products that not only serve local markets but also establish Nigeria as a global leader in design and manufacturing exports
\u201d At a pivotal moment in Nigeria\u2019s creative economy, the Design and Innovation Exhibition 2025 will showcase the finest in furniture, product, and industrial design. This year\u2019s exhibition will focus on the theme \u2018Building a Made-in-Nigeria Brand, \u2019celebrating the creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship of Nigerian designers and manufacturers while emphasizing industrialization and export potential,\u201d Ogufere said.
Omoboye Odu, Head of SME, Partnerships, and Collaboration at Ecobank, said that partnering for the exhibition is yet another demonstration of Ecobank\u2019s commitment to driving innovation, collaboration, and capacity building, which is the backbone of the nation\u2019s economy.
\u201cEcobank is the solution for African banking, and we are committed to giving our customers the platform to network, collaborate, and partner to promote innovation and creativity. We are proud to be part of the process to spotlight homegrown innovations and sustainable practices across various sectors.\u201d Odu said.
The event will feature the Manufacturer and Designer\u2019s Pavilion, spotlighting collaborations between manufacturers and designers, as well as the Designer\u2019s Pavilion, where 50 individual designers will present new concepts across a variety of design disciplines, including furniture, toys, automotive, and industrial design, reflecting the diversity of Nigeria\u2019s creative landscape.
Interactive spaces will also be a key part of the exhibition, including: The Maker\u2019s Room, where visitors can witness the design process in action.The Material Lab, showcasing sustainable material innovations The Umbrella Crate Stall, offering a fresh perspective on informal markets.
And the Design Den, an exciting platform for designers to pitch ideas to investors, promoting collaboration and industry growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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