The Nigerian Economic Society

🟢 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 & 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬' 𝐃𝐚𝐲! | 𝐌𝐚𝐲 2026

As we enter May 2026, The Nigerian Economic Society pauses to honour every worker who shows up, not just to earn a living, but to build a nation.

Labour is not merely an economic input. It is the foundation upon which productivity, prosperity and progress rest. From the formal sector to the informal economy, every hand at work is a force for Nigeria's growth.

On this Workers' Day, we celebrate your dedication, your resilience and your contribution to a better Nigeria.

Welcome to May 2026. Keep building.

The Nigerian Economic Society yesterday successfully convened the 2026 Economic Outlook, bringing together policymakers, economists, multilateral institutions, and key stakeholders for a timely and rigorous reflection on Nigeria’s economic trajectory and reform priorities. The programme was ably chaired by Dr .Sarah Alade, while the keynote address delivered by Dr. Mahmud Hassan set the tone for rich, forward-looking and policy-relevant discourse. The Economic Outlook itself was succinctly presented by Dr. Yaaba Baba Nmadu, providing a concise analytical framing for the day’s engagements.

A defining highlight was the Fireside Chat with Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director General of the World Trade Organization, whose incisive reflections on global trade dynamics and their implications for Africa and Nigeria provided both depth and strategic clarity. The panel session, expertly chaired and moderated by Prof. Ekpo, fostered robust engagement across diverse perspectives, while the event was seamlessly anchored by Mrs. Nancy Illoh-Nnaji.

The strong institutional presence, including the Central Bank of Nigeria and Bank of Industry Limited, alongside participation from the International Monetary Fund and the The World Bank Group, further underscored the significance of coordinated, evidence-based policy dialogue in navigating current economic realities.

We commend Dr. Baba Yusuf Musa and the Governing Council of the Society for delivering a highly impactful and intellectually enriching engagement that continues to shape the economic policy discourse in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Economic Society presents the 2026 Economic Outlook, a high-level convening of leading policymakers, economists and industry experts, focused on navigating Nigeria’s reform journey from adjustment pains to consolidation gains.

A major highlight is the exclusive Fireside Chat with Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, GCON, FNES, who will speak on “Contemporary Issues in World Trade and its Implications for Africa and Nigeria”. The event will also feature distinguished voices across policy and academia, offering deep, practical insights on reform credibility, welfare outcomes and economic resilience.

📅 Tuesday, 31 March 2026
🕥 10:30 AM (WAT)

A timely platform for insightful policy dialogue and forward-looking economic intelligence.

On behalf of the Governing Council and the entire members of The Nigerian Economic Society, we proudly congratulate Mr. Taiwo Oyedele on his appointment as Nigeria’s Minister of State for Finance.

Mr. Oyedele’s distinguished record in fiscal policy, tax reform and economic advisory reflects a rare blend of technical depth, strategic insight and commitment to national development. His appointment comes at a critical moment for Nigeria’s economy, and we are confident that his expertise and leadership will contribute meaningfully to strengthening fiscal governance, advancing sound economic policy and driving sustainable growth.

The Society looks forward to continued collaboration in advancing evidence-based policy dialogue and shaping a resilient and prosperous economic future for Nigeria.

Congratulations once again, Mr. Oyedele. We wish you every success in this important national assignment.

𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞!
The Nigerian Economic Society (NES) extends a professional invitation to economists, policy advisers, regulators, academics, and development practitioners to formalise their affiliation with Nigeria’s foremost economic institution.

NES membership confers more than professional recognition; it provides a structured platform for substantive engagement in:
• High-level policy dialogue and technical roundtables
• Peer exchange with leading economic thinkers and practitioners
• Contribution to research that informs national decision-making
• Institutional collaboration across public, private, and multilateral sectors
• Strategic visibility within Nigeria’s economic governance ecosystem

𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬
🔹 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 - ₦20,000
For graduates with over five years post-qualification experience
🔹 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 - ₦15,000
For early-career professionals within five years of graduation

𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥
The process is digital, verification-based and administratively streamlined.

No examinations are required.

Applications may be initiated at: 𝒏𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒄𝒔𝒐𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒚.𝒐𝒓𝒈.𝒏𝒈

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