Stakeholders in the events and small business ecosystem in Nigeria are set to converge at the Laurel Events Business Forum (LBF) 2026 in Lagos State to address operational and structural growth, regulatory compliance, and cross-border market opportunities. The yearly business forum, organized by Laurel Events Limited, will be held on April 28, 2026, at Shasha Event Services Hall, Ikeja, starting at 9:00 a.m. The discussions will be anchored on the theme: "Footprint: Success Through Global Synergy," providing a platform for knowledge exchange and engagement among entrepreneurs and professionals operating within the events industry and related sectors.
Key Discussions and Speakers
Elizabeth Obisanya, Conference Event Producer and Chief Executive of Elizabeth Events and Foods Limited, stated that the event will bring together business consultants, event professionals, and financial experts to examine practical challenges facing operators in the sector, including market expansion, pricing, and regulatory issues. Arome Ifeoma, Chief Executive of Laurel Events Limited and President of the Association of Events Vendors Nigeria (ASSEV), noted that among the scheduled speakers is Mavi Sokia Isibor, Chief Executive of Poise Nigeria Limited, who will speak on strategies for entering international markets under the topic: "Stepping into New Market: International Expansion Tactics."
Additionally, Business Coach and Global Speaker Mutiat Olagoke is expected to address business growth through partnerships under the topic: "From Vision to Global Impact: Leveraging Synergy for Sustainable Success." Ifeoma added that the sessions will also feature event planner Korede Olabanji (Photonimi), Oluwafemi Oladokun of All Cares Events Limited, and event consultant Oghenekevwe Okoh of Glitz Sprinkles Events as speakers.
Regulatory Compliance and Tax Insights
Oluwafemi Oladokun revealed that Adekemi Adekunle, Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Mowe chapter, is expected to provide insights into compliance requirements and digital invoicing under Nigeria’s evolving tax regime. Other segments of the forum include interactive sessions and practical workshops, including a pricing strategy session facilitated by Tope Louisa Tinubu of White Orange Management Limited.
