The 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival is generating considerable corporate interest and enhancing tourism prospects, which is contributing to economic activity in Osun State and Nigeria, according to Punch Business.

The East African Community (EAC) is set to host the 26th Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair in Kigali in late October. This year's event will focus on the leather and horticulture sectors, which are considered vital for the region's industrial development and strengthening local supply chains, according to The Independent.

Gautier Mignot, the EU Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, stated that Nigeria is highly attractive to foreign investors, highlighting its "huge untapped potential" despite existing regulatory and infrastructure challenges. He noted that reforms implemented by the Nigerian government are enhancing investor confidence, as discussed on ARISE News prior to the Nigeria–EU Business Forum.

The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has announced that its 2026 Employers’ Summit will focus on critically reviewing the impact of ongoing economic reforms on various aspects such as businesses, employment, and investment.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reported securing over $380 million in investment commitments within the first 90 days of implementing the Nigeria Industrial Policy (NIP) 2025. This progress aims to enhance local manufacturing, exports, skills development, and industrial infrastructure, according to a report from the Office of the Federal Government.

A workshop in Lagos highlights the role of fashion in Africa's creative economy, investment, and growth, with designers actively engaged in their craft. The scene captures the early morning efforts of a designer adjusting seams on fabric adorned with intricate patterns, emphasizing the significance of fashion in the continent's economic landscape.