The Nigeria International Trade Fair (NITF) has launched the “Reignite the Torch” Poster Challenge, a national design competition inviting young Nigerian creatives to reinterpret the first-ever NITF poster from 1962.
This initiative celebrates 60+ years of trade, creativity, and enterprise, bridging Nigeria’s commercial legacy with a new generation of artists shaping its future.
The winning poster will headline the 2025 campaign, and the creator will receive a ₦1.5 million prize, alongside a national showcase during the fair’s opening week.
Theme:
Reignite the Torch: 60+ Years of Nigerian Trade Vision
Entrants are invited to reimagine what the future of Nigerian trade looks like through the lenses of heritage and innovation.
Who Can Enter:
- Nigerian designers, illustrators, and artists aged 18–35
- Students and emerging professionals in design, art, or communications
- Creatives passionate about the intersection of art, culture, and commerce
Key Dates:
- Submission Deadline: November 15, 2025
- Winner Announcement: November 20, 2025
- Fair Dates: November 21–30, 2025
- Venue: Lagos International Trade Fair Complex
Prize & Rewards:
- ₦1.5M grand prize
- Winning design featured across all NITF 2025 campaign assets
- National and pan-African press visibility
- Showcase during Nigeria’s official national trade fair
About NITF 2025:
The Nigeria International Trade Fair, hosted by the Federal Ministry of Trade & Investment, is the nation’s largest cross-sector event convening 500+ exhibitors, 2,000+ brands, and 10,000+ visitors from across Africa. This year’s edition emphasizes creativity, commerce, and cultural exchange as key drivers of national progress.
Interested participants can learn more and submit their designs via the submission link before the November 15 deadline.
