LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Managing Director of BUA Foods Plc, Dr. Ayodele Musibau Abioye, has been unveiled as the keynote speaker for the highly anticipated 2026 Industry Summit, themed: ‘The Year of the Real Sector.’
The announcement was made in an official statement by the Industry Newspaper, organisers of the annual flagship event, which brings together industry captains, policymakers, and marketing executives to shape the discourse on Nigeria’s economic transformation.
Dr. Abioye, a distinguished business leader and engineer with over three decades of experience in business and manufacturing engineering, is expected to deliver a thought-provoking paper titled: “Unlocking Value: BUA Foods’ Role in Transforming Nigeria’s Real Sector Through Innovation and Sustainability.”
A Keynote Address for a Defining Moment
As Nigeria’s economy pivots towards productivity-driven growth, the Industry Summit 2026 has positioned itself as the premier platform for examining the critical role of the real sector in national development. The choice of Dr. Abioye as keynote speaker underscores the summit’s commitment to showcasing practical, homegrown success stories.
DASCENARIO reports that 7th edition of the Industry Summit/Awards is scheduled to hold on Friday, April 17th, 2026, at the prestigious Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
BUA Foods: A Case Study in Value Creation
Under Dr. Abioye’s leadership, BUA Foods has evolved into a leading entity in the Nigerian and African food sector. His keynote paper is expected to explore how innovation and sustainability can unlock unprecedented value, offering actionable insights for stakeholders across manufacturing, agriculture, and supply chain management.
“Dr. Abioye is a results-driven leader with proven expertise in operations, manufacturing, supply chain management, and business development, with a track record of consistently delivering growth and profitability,” said Goddie Ofose, Convener of the Industry Summit/Awards.
A Stellar Line-up of Panelists
The organisers also unveiled a distinguished roster of panelists for this year’s event, drawn from some of Nigeria’s most respected corporate brands. They include:
– Adeola Amosun – Group Media Manager, Tolaram
– Abisoye Oruye – Media Manager, Nigeria, FrieslandCampina WAMCO
– Henry Ononiwu – Chief Marketing Officer, PHD Nigeria
– Oluwaponmile Alabi – Marketing Manager, RTS, Guinness Nigeria
– Godfrey Adejumoh – Head of Corporate Relations, Diageo West & Central Africa
– Sylvester Nwanze – National Trade Marketing & Strategy, UAC Foods
– Olusegun Akinyemiju – Head of White & Spirits (MSS Category), Guinness Nigeria
– Gift Uche-Ewule – Brand Manager, Godrej Consumer Products
This diverse panel is expected to provide multi-sectoral perspectives on marketing, media, corporate relations, and trade strategy within the context of Nigeria’s real sector resurgence.
High-Profile Special Guests
The 2026 edition of the summit will be chaired by the Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investments, Senator John Owan Enoh, lending significant government weight to the deliberations.
Also expected to grace the event as special guests are:
– Mr. Gbenga Omotoso – Commissioner for Information & Strategy, Lagos State
– O’tega Ogra – Senior Special Assistant to the Nigerian President on New Media and Digital Communications
– Gboyega Akosile – Special Adviser to Lagos State Governor on Media and Publicity
Their presence underscores the growing synergy between government policy and private sector execution in driving real sector growth.
Dr. Abioye’s Distinguished Career Trajectory
Dr. Ayodele Musibau Abioye joined the BUA Group as Chief Operating Officer in 2021, overseeing the company’s diverse food businesses before his subsequent appointment as Managing Director of BUA Foods Plc.
His previous high-profile roles include:
– General Manager – Seven-Up Bottling Company
– Country Technical Director – Coca-Cola Nigeria
– Regional Supply Chain Director – Nigerian Bottling Company Ltd.
– Country Head of Supply Chain – Frigoglass Ltd.
– Chief Operating Officer – Secure ID Ltd.
– Senior roles at Dansa Foods Ltd.
This extensive background in manufacturing engineering, supply chain optimisation, and business development positions him as an authoritative voice on the transformation of Nigeria’s real sector.
Why the Industry Summit Matters
The Industry Summit/Awards has grown over seven editions to become a must-attend event for professionals in manufacturing, marketing, corporate communications, trade, and strategy. The 2026 theme – ‘The Year of the Real Sector’ – reflects a national consensus that Nigeria’s economic future depends on strengthening local production, reducing import dependency, and fostering innovation-driven enterprises.
With BUA Foods as a case study in successful local manufacturing and value addition, Dr. Abioye’s keynote is expected to provide both inspiration and practical roadmaps for other players in the sector.
Event Details at a Glance
Event: 7th Industry Summit/Awards 2026 |
Theme: ‘The Year of the Real Sector’
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ayodele Musibau Abioye (MD, BUA Foods Plc)
Chairman: Senator John Owan Enoh (Minister of Industry, Trade & Investments)
Date: Friday, April 17th, 2026
Venue: Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos
