Ecobank’s 2025 Design & Build Exhibition Starts September 24

By Modupe Gbadeyanka

All is now set for the 2025 edition of the Design & Build exhibition put together by Ecobank Nigeria following the huge success of the maiden edition last year.

A statement from the lender disclosed that this year’s programme, taking place from September 24 to 28, from 10 am to 6 pm daily, is themed How We Build, How We Live.

About 40 exhibitors have been carefully selected to showcase their innovative products and services in design, construction and real estate at the venue of the event, the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC) in Lagos.

They will showcase Nigerian creativity in design, building, and construction, as well as some immersive kitchen installations and live cooking experiences.

Organisers have also ensured that this year will have daily knowledge sharing sessions with leading voices in architecture, interiors, and urban planning in attendance, giving attendees the avenue to enjoy interactive sessions, network with decision-makers and industry leaders, receive insights into global trends, with brands getting premium visibility.

“Design & Build is more than an exhibition—it’s a celebration of visionaries shaping Nigeria’s future. By showcasing quality talent and innovation, we are connecting creators with opportunities that go beyond structures, into building purpose and better living,” the Head of SMEs at Ecobank Nigeria, Ms Omoboye Odu, stated, adding that the event underscores Ecobank’s pan-African mission to deepen financial inclusion, empower entrepreneurs, and connect local businesses with international markets.

Also, the Principal Interior Designer at Inu Designs and Curator of Design & Build 2025, Ms Titi Fowora, said, “This edition is intentionally curated. It’s about presenting not just more, but the very best—people, ideas, and innovations that inspire us to rethink how we live and build. From heritage craftsmanship to future-forward solutions, Design & Build is a living canvas of transformation.”