THEME
Digitising MSMEs for Unlocking Nigeria's Non-Oil Revenue & Economic Growth
SUB THEME: Financing MSMEs for Nigeria's Non-oil Growth
VENUE: Civic Center, Victoria Island, Lagos
DATE: August 20th | 2026
Context
Background &
Strategic Context
Nigeria's economic diversification agenda has reached a critical inflection point. With increasing volatility in global oil markets, fiscal pressures from oil revenues, and rising domestic demand for jobs and productivity, the non-oil sector has become central to Nigeria's long-term economic sustainability.
The Challenge
At the heart of this non-oil economy are Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)—which account for over 90% of businesses, a significant share of employment, and a growing contribution to GDP. However, despite their scale and importance, most MSMEs remain constrained by low productivity, limited access to finance, informality, weak integration into value chains, and restricted access to regional and global markets.
The Solution
Digitisation presents a transformational opportunity to change this narrative. Digital trade, payments platforms, data-driven credit, e-commerce, tax technology, and trade enablement tools can unlock scale, transparency, finance, and competitiveness for MSMEs — positioning them as engines of non-oil growth, exports, and sustainable revenue generation for Nigeria.
This forum is convened to examine how digitisation, technology, finance, policy reform, and public–private collaboration can accelerate MSME digitisation and reposition the sector as a cornerstone of Nigeria's non-oil economic transformation.
Purpose
Aims & Objectives
Overall Aim
To drive actionable dialogue, partnerships, and policy alignment that enable MSMEs to leverage digitisation for productivity, financing, export growth, and long-term competitiveness in Nigeria's non-oil economy.
1Unlocking Non-Oil Growth & Exports
Position digitised MSMEs as drivers of non-oil exports, FX earnings, and participation in AfCFTA and global value chains.
2Bridge the MSME Finance Gap
Explore how alternative data, embedded finance, and digital credit models can unlock sustainable MSME financing.
3Align Tax, Regulation & Growth
Assess how digital tax systems, regulatory frameworks, and incentives can balance revenue mobilisation with MSME sustainability.
4Strengthen Public–Private Collaboration
Foster partnerships between government agencies, banks, fintechs, telcos, DFIs, and technology providers.
Programme
Key Discussion Pillars
MSME Digitisation & Productivity
- Digital onboarding and formalisation
- Payments, POS, QR, wallets, and invoicing
- MSME data as an economic and credit asset
- Productivity and operational efficiency
Financing Digitised MSMEs
- Alternative credit scoring and data-driven lending
- Embedded finance and supply-chain finance
- Trade finance and working capital solutions
- Risk-sharing with DFIs and development partners
MSMEs, Non-Oil Exports & Global Market Access
- Export readiness and digital trade platforms
- AfCFTA opportunities for MSMEs
- Logistics, payments, FX repatriation, and standards
- MSMEs in regional and global value chains
Tax, Regulation & the Digital Economy
- Digital tax payment systems and compliance
- MSME formalisation and incentives
- Balancing revenue growth with enterprise sustainability
- Regulatory clarity for digital MSMEs
Infrastructure, Inclusion & Scale
- Connectivity and last-mile access
- Digital identity, KYC, and onboarding
- Financial inclusion for women- and youth-led MSMEs
- Rural and regional MSME digitisation
Who Attends
Target Participants
What We Deliver
Expected Outcomes
A Digitised MSME Growth Roadmap for Nigeria's non-oil economy
Policy recommendations on MSME digitisation, finance, and tax reform
Strategic partnerships and ecosystem collaborations
Enhanced visibility for partners as enablers of non-oil growth
A strong national narrative positioning MSMEs as Nigeria's non-oil growth engine
Why Partner With Us
Strategic Value to Partners
Thought Leadership
Media and thought leadership positioning in Nigeria's MSME and non-oil growth agenda.
Direct Engagement
Direct engagement with policymakers, regulators, and MSME operators at the highest level.
Brand Alignment
Brand alignment with innovation, inclusion, and economic transformation.
Market Expansion
Opportunities for product adoption, onboarding, and market expansion.
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