Inspired to Lead Initiative

Become a sponsor

Power the platform that
builds Nigeria's next enterprises.

The National Fair brings 20,000+ participants, 1,000+ exhibitors, and Nigeria's most ambitious women and youth entrepreneurs to one venue. Your sponsorship makes it happen.

Funding requirements

Where the
investment goes.

Budget lineAmount
Venue & Logistics₦10,000,000
Booths & Exhibition Materials₦15,000,000
Branding & Publicity₦10,000,000
Speakers Honorarium & Accommodation₦10,000,000
Entertainment & Performances₦10,000,000
Media Coverage & Press₦10,000,000
Ushers & Protocol₦5,000,000
Technical Setup (Stage, Light & Screens)₦15,000,000
Volunteer Support₦3,000,000
Security₦2,000,000
Logistics & Medicare₦5,000,000
Miscellaneous & Contingency₦5,000,000
Total₦100,000,000

Sponsorship tiers

Choose your level
of impact.

Tier 1

Title Sponsorship

₦35,000,000

Pre-event

  • Logo on all pre-event marketing materials (banners, flyers, digital ads)
  • Featured in press releases and media interviews
  • Social media shoutouts and dedicated posts
  • Inclusion in radio and TV promos

On-site

  • Prime booth location at the exhibition
  • Logo on main stage backdrop and LED screens
  • Acknowledgment during opening and closing ceremonies
  • Speaking opportunity at the Investment Forum
  • VIP access to dinner and awards night
  • Banner placement across the venue

Post-event

  • Feature in post-event report and documentary
  • Recognition in thank-you media campaign
  • Continued brand visibility through digital recap content
Tier 2

Platinum Sponsorship

₦25,000,000

Pre-event

  • Logo on select pre-event marketing materials
  • Mention in press releases
  • Social media features

On-site

  • Exhibition booth in a prominent area
  • Logo on stage backdrop and event materials
  • Acknowledgment during key sessions
  • Speaking slot at a panel session
  • Dinner and awards night access

Post-event

  • Mention in post-event report
  • Inclusion in digital recap and highlights
Tier 3

Gold Sponsorship

₦15,000,000

Pre-event

  • Logo on digital marketing materials
  • Social media mention

On-site

  • Standard exhibition booth
  • Logo on event banners
  • Acknowledgment during sessions
  • Access to networking lounge

Post-event

  • Mention in post-event report
Tier 4

Exhibition / Start-Up Sponsors

₦10,000,000

Pre-event

  • Logo on select digital marketing materials

On-site

  • Exhibition booth space
  • Brand mention during opening ceremony
  • Networking lounge access

Post-event

  • Mention in post-event digital recap

Partnership benefits

What every partner
gets back.

  • Branding & visibility across all event materials and media
  • Recognition at opening and closing ceremonies
  • Speaking opportunity at the Investment Forum
  • Exhibition booth space for direct engagement
  • Curated B2B and B2G meeting access
  • Media feature and inclusion in post-event report
  • CSR and SDG alignment with youth and women economic empowerment

Monitoring & evaluation

Measured impact,
not just activity.

Pre & Post-Training Assessments

Measuring skills gained by participants before and after each training track.

Participant Feedback Surveys

Collecting qualitative and quantitative feedback on sessions, exhibitions, and overall experience.

Business Growth Tracking

Monitoring revenue, market expansion, and new partnerships formed by participating businesses.

Reporting & Documentation

Comprehensive post-event report with data, insights, and recommendations for future editions.

Sustainability plan

Beyond the Fair,
the impact continues.

Post-Event Mentorship

Ongoing mentorship programmes connecting participants with industry leaders and successful entrepreneurs.

Funding Linkages

Facilitating access to grants, loans, and investment opportunities through partner financial institutions.

Digital SME Network

Building an online community and digital marketplace for alumni to continue trading and collaborating.

Follow-Up Training

Quarterly skills refresher workshops and webinars to sustain knowledge transfer and enterprise growth.

The 2026 National Fair is a strategic platform to catalyze inclusive economic growth by equipping women and youth with the tools, knowledge, and networks required to scale their enterprises and compete globally. By focusing on export readiness and the non-oil sector, the initiative aligns with Nigeria's long-term economic diversification goals.