The President of the Kano Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (KACCIMA), Alhaji Usman Darma, has assured that the upcoming 46th Kano International Trade Fair will be a historic event that will not only reaffirm Kano’s title as the commercial heartbeat of Northern Nigeria but also position the city as a true hub of international trade and innovation in West Africa.
The 2025 edition of the fair, organized by KACCIMA, will commence on November 22, 2025, at the Aminu Dantata Trade Fair Complex, Zoo Road, Kano, with the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, expected to officially declare it open on November 25.
“This year’s Trade Fair will be the first of its kind, with modern innovations, robust participation, and an expanded platform for both local and international investors,”
“We are committed to showcasing the best of Nigeria’s commerce, culture, and creativity — proving once again that Kano remains the centre of commerce not just for Nigeria, but for the entire West African sub-region.”
Says Alhaji Usman Darma during an interview with Newsfair Online in Kano.
According to KACCIMA, the fair will attract over 1,000 exhibitors and more than 30 ambassadors from across the world, making it one of the largest gatherings of business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs in Nigeria’s history. Delegations are expected from China, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Cuba, India, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Chad, Niger Republic, Benin, and Lebanon, among others.
In a further show of regional partnership, the Vice President of Ghana Jane Naana Opoku‑Agyemang is also expected to attend the fair, reflecting growing commercial and diplomatic ties between West African nations.
“Kano is ready to host the world,” Darma declared. “We are fully prepared to welcome investors, diplomats, and business leaders who are coming to explore opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, technology, and other vital sectors.”
The KACCIMA President says security arrangements have been carefully planned. The Chamber has worked closely with security agencies to ensure the safety of exhibitors, visitors, and dignitaries throughout the event.
Beyond business and exhibitions, Darma disclosed that the 2025 fair promises to be a vibrant cultural celebration. Daily performances, talent shows, and traditional displays will showcase the rich cultural heritage of Kano State and Nigeria as a whole. Organizers have also planned guided visits for international guests to tourist attractions, including the ancient Kano city walls, Gidan Rumfa Palace, and Dala Hill, to give them a taste of the state’s historical and cultural legacy.
“Culture and commerce go hand in hand,” Darma explained. “While we open our doors for trade and investment, we also want our guests to experience the warmth, history, and hospitality that make Kano unique.”
He also appealed to residents of Kano to extend their well-known hospitality to guests arriving from around the world.
The fair, themed “Empowering SMEs for Sustainable Development,” is expected to provide a significant boost to small and medium-sized enterprises, a sector Darma described as “the backbone of Nigeria’s industrial and economic transformation.”
The 46th Kano International Trade Fair will run from November 22 to December 6, 2025, featuring exhibitions, product showcases, networking sessions, and policy dialogues aimed at enhancing business growth and regional integration.
With global participation, strengthened security, and an infusion of culture and innovation, the fair is set to attract thousands of visitors from within and outside Nigeria, turning Kano into a melting pot of ideas, enterprise, and opportunity.
