BUA Foods Plc has reinforced its push for real sector growth as its Managing Director, Dr Ayodele Musibau Abioye, is set to deliver a keynote address at the 2026 Industry Summit.
The organisers of the event disclosed that Abioye will speak on “Unlocking Value: BUA Foods’ Role in Transforming Nigeria’s Real Sector Through Innovation and Sustainability,” positioning the company at the forefront of efforts to deepen industrial development.
In a statement, the organisers said, “Dr Abioye, a distinguished business leader and engineer with over 30 years of experience in business and manufacturing engineering, will deliver a paper on the topic ‘Unlocking Value: BUA Foods’ Role in Transforming Nigeria’s Real Sector Through Innovation and Sustainability.’”
The summit, themed ‘The Year of the Real Sector,’ will be held on 17 April 2026 at the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The Convener of the Industry Summit and Awards, Mr Goddie Ofose, said Abioye’s selection reflects his track record in driving industrial growth and operational excellence.
“Dr Abioye is a results-driven leader with proven expertise in operations, manufacturing, supply chain management, and business development, with a track record of consistently delivering growth and profitability,” Ofose said.
Abioye joined BUA Group as Chief Operating Officer in 2021 and later became the Managing Director of BUA Foods Plc, where he has led the company’s expansion into a leading player in Nigeria and across Africa’s food sector.
Ofose added that Abioye combines strong academic and professional credentials with global exposure.
“He has a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and technology from the University of Ilorin, a Master’s degree in engineering management, and a PhD in manufacturing engineering from the University of Benin. He has extensive professional training and exposure locally and internationally across the United States of America, Europe, and South Africa. He is a registered engineer with the Nigerian Society of Engineers and COREN and is also an advisory board member of the University of Ilorin’s Food Engineering Department,” Ofose said.
According to the organisers, Abioye’s keynote will highlight how innovation, sustainability, and efficient value chains can unlock growth in Nigeria’s real sector, aligning with broader efforts to boost manufacturing and reduce import dependence.
The event will also feature industry stakeholders, including media, marketing, and corporate leaders from leading firms such as Tolaram, FrieslandCampina WAMCO, PHD Nigeria, Guinness Nigeria, Diageo West and Central Africa, UAC Foods, and Godrej Consumer Products.
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, John Enoh, will chair the event, while the Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso; the Senior Special Assistant to the President on New Media and Digital Communications, O’tega Ogra; and the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, will attend as special guests.
Industry watchers said the summit is expected to amplify conversations around strengthening Nigeria’s real sector, with BUA Foods’ role seen as pivotal in driving sustainable industrial growth.