By Ayomide Otitoju
Ecobank Nigeria, a subsidiary of the pan-African banking group, has announced the second edition of its flagship Design & Build showcase. The five-day event, themed “How We Build, How We Live,” will take place from September 24 to 28, 2025, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Victoria Island, Lagos. It will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This year’s edition will feature over 40 curated exhibitors, highlighting excellence in design, construction, and real estate. Organisers say the focus on select participants is aimed at ensuring a high-quality experience for exhibitors and visitors alike.
Omoboye Odu, Head of SMEs at Ecobank Nigeria, described Design & Build as “more than an exhibition,” calling it a platform to celebrate visionaries shaping Nigeria’s future. “By showcasing quality talent and innovation, we are connecting creators with opportunities that go beyond structures, into building purpose and better living,” she said.
The curator, Titi Fowora, Principal Interior Designer at Inu Designs, added that the showcase was deliberately curated to highlight the best talent and innovation. “From heritage craftsmanship to future-forward solutions, Design & Build is a living canvas of transformation,” she noted.
Highlights of the 2025 showcase include:
A premier exhibition of Nigerian creativity in design, building, and construction
Daily knowledge-sharing sessions with leading voices in architecture, interiors, and urban pplan
The event will also feature networking opportunities with industry leaders, brand showcases, and insights into global design and construction trends.
Ecobank Nigeria said the initiative aligns with its broader support for SMEs, citing past projects such as the Adire Lagos Experience, +234 Art Fair, Ecobank National Schools Team Chess Championship, and Oja Oge 2025. The bank noted that the platform underscores its commitment to financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and connecting local businesses with global markets.
