Ogbomoso Economic Summit and Social Exhibition 2025 (OESE2025): Charting the Path to Industrial Prosperity
Today at Ogbomoso Economic Summit and Social Exhibition #OESE2025, Ogbomoso the second largest city in Oyo state witnessed a convergence of visionaries, policymakers, and industry leaders as the Honourable Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, graced the summit with an inspiring keynote address.
Dr. Oduwole, alongside other key figures in Nigeria’s business and manufacturing landscape, delivered thought-provoking insights on the road to sustainable industrial and economic growth. Her address underscored the urgency for Ogbomoso — and indeed Nigeria — to evolve from being merely a raw material producer to a hub of value addition, innovation, and export of finished goods.
In her words, the transformation of Ogbomoso’s economy lies in harnessing knowledge, innovation, and enterprise — driving a future where industries thrive, jobs are created, and prosperity is shared across generations. Her message was more than a speech; it was a call to action for innovators, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to collaborate intentionally in building a self-sustaining economic ecosystem.
The event also highlighted the visionary leadership of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Alayeluwá Sóun Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, whose unwavering commitment to the prosperity of Ogbomoso continues to open new doors of opportunity for his people, InsideOgbomoso posits.
Ogbomoso is on the cusp of transformation — a city reawakening to its industrial potential and creative energy. The future is indeed now, and with unity of purpose, Ogbomoso will rise as a model of regional economic excellence.
