World Stage Limited (WorldStage), a Nigerian-based research and technology-driven global focused firm has announced that the WorldStage Business Forum, Second Quarter 2026 will hold on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at the LCCI-BOI Innovation Hub, Nurudeen Olowpopo Street, Alausa Ikeja Lagos by 10 am for the presentation of its Nigeria’s Economic Report Q1 2026.
According to a statement by WorldStage, the Guest Speaker at the forum with the theme, “Nigeria’s Corporate Culture and Global Standard” is Prof. Lere Baale, CEO, Business School Netherlands International.
Prof. Baale, a renowned strategist and President of the Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy, is a key figure in Nigeria’s healthcare and digital economy discussions.
He advocates for innovative health financing models to achieve universal health coverage in Nigeria and emphasises the need for coordination among banks, fintechs, telcos, and regulators to build a trusted digital economy.
Among confirmed Special Guests at the forum include Hon. Mosopefoluwa George, Lagos State Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget; Mr. Sola Obadimu, Director General, Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA); Chief Emeka Obegolu, SAN, PhD, President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ACCI) among others.
The Special Guests are expected to deliver Goodwill Messages at the event and issue statements on the state of the economy.
Also confirmed as panelists at the Business Forum include Mr. Eze Anaba, President, Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) and Dr. Ejike Ndiulo, MD/CEO, Henryj Valeens.
According to WorldStage, the quarterly business forum with the presentation of country report, besides providing insights on current economic trends, challenges, and opportunities, was conceived for stakeholders in business and media to network and reflect on salient economic issues and amplify resolutions as input for the development of the nation’s economy.
It will be recalled that the President of NACCIMA, Engr. Jani Ibrahim was the Guest Speaker at the first quarter 2026 Business Forum for the public presentation of WorldStage Nigeria’s Macroeconomic Outlook 2026 on March 26th.
On the Nigeria’s Economic Report Q1 2026 to be presented at the forum, Mr Segun Adeleye, President/CEO, WorldStage said, “the 196-page WorldStage Nigeria’s Economic Reports Q1 titled ‘Promising’ offers a comprehensive macroeconomic overview, including regulatory changes, GDP growth, inflation rate, exchange rates, and monetary policy updates. Analysis of all key sectors including oil and gas, agriculture, manufacturing, banking, insurance, and capital market updates also took center stage.
“We are encouraged by the interest generated by our Outlook 2026 in the business community, particularly among the regulators. Their indications to be part of subsequent quarterly reports through collaboration are highly welcome.
“The Q1 report is also enriched by contributions from industry experts such as Dr. Muda Yusuf, Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics LTD/GTE, Sea Empowerment & Research Center (SEREC), Sam. Caulcrick, Dr. Joy Ogaji, ESV. Olufemi Adedamola Oyedele, and Mr. Luna Bawa.”
The event is to be attended by major stakeholders in the economy including regulators, operators and the media.
