The countdown is on! On December 9, 2025, Lagos, the economic powerhouse of West Africa, will host the 7th edition of the Lagos Transport Fest (LTF). This event is set to be a strategic junction, essential not only for Nigeria but for the entire continent, under the ambitious theme: “The Nexus of Mobility: Innovating Finance and Technology for Nigeria’s Multi-Modal Future.”
Setting the Future: A Comprehensive Platform for Industry Leaders
Now celebrating its 7th edition, the Lagos Transport Fest has established itself as the definitive annual forum for shaping the future of Nigeria’s transport market. LTF annually gathers industry leaders to define the sector’s trajectory and tackle its most pressing challenges.
The event’s strength lies in its comprehensive scope, bringing together stakeholders across all critical verticals to define the industry’s path forward:
- Road and Rail Mobility
- Maritime and Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
By combining high-level conferences with dedicated exhibitions and targeted networking opportunities, the event actively fosters collaboration among industry players, essential investors, and government regulators. This integrated platform ensures tangible engagement, positioning participants to directly influence and benefit from the market’s evolution.
A Central Theme: Financing the Future of Multimodality
The chosen theme highlights a critical reality: the convergence of finance, technology, and infrastructure is the key to unlocking a truly multi-modal transport future in Nigeria. Africa is at an inflection point where mobility solutions must be not only innovative but also economically viable and technologically supported.
Lagos Transport Fest 2025 promises to move beyond theoretical discussions to deliver actionable insights on:
- Urban Transport Financing: How to mobilize private and public capital for massive infrastructure projects (rail, maritime, road) and last-mile mobility solutions.
- Logistics Innovation: Improving supply chain efficiency, from “last mile” to large scale, by leveraging digital platforms and route optimization.
- E-Mobility Adoption: Accelerating the transition to electric vehicles (buses, motorcycles, tricycles), addressing challenges related to charging infrastructure and access to financing for businesses.
A Lineup of Key Voices to Shape the Conversation
The event stands out due to the quality and diversity of its speakers. Bringing together leading figures from the public, private, and technology sectors, LTF 2025 guarantees rich and varied perspectives.
Speakers joining the stage will include:
- Kayode Opeifa, MD/CEO, Nigeria Railway Corporation
- Ademola Ogunbanjo, President/CEO, Oando Clean Energy Ltd
- Abiola Osho, VP, Transport & Logistics, Africa Finance Corporation
- Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Blue Economy
- Seun Alley, CEO, Fez Delivery Co.
- Rahul Gaur, Director, West Africa Region, SPIRO E-Mobility
- AKINWOLE AKINDELE, Business Development Manager, PetroApp | Nigeria
- Vincent Ifepe, Chief of Staff, OnePort 365
- Dare Ojo-Bello, Founder/CEO, Dellyman Africa
- Adetayo Bamiduro, Co-Founder & CEO, MAX
- Akachukwu Okafor, Co-Founder, Shuttlers
- Richmond Otu, Chief Supply Chain Officer, Jumia Nigeria
The presence of key decision-makers like Kayode Opeifa (Nigeria Railway Corporation) and innovation champions such as Adetayo Bamiduro (MAX) and Akachukwu Okafor (Shuttlers) underscores the commitment to discussing concrete solutions for mass transit and urban mobility services. The inclusion of finance experts, such as Abiola Osho from the Africa Finance Corporation, is crucial for linking technological discussions with the reality of project financing in Africa.
Why Africa is Watching Lagos
Lagos, with its colossal logistical challenges and dynamic technological ecosystem, is a unique laboratory for African mobility. Solutions that succeed in Lagos, from delivery services to port logistics platforms, have the potential to be scaled and replicated in other African megacities, from Nairobi to Cairo.
The Lagos Transport Fest 2025 is more than just a conference; it is a platform for strategic collaboration aimed at unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential by optimizing its transport sector. For investors, technology companies, and public stakeholders interested in transforming the African sector, this event is undoubtedly a must-attend appointment.
