The Association of Industrial Pharmacists of Nigeria (NAIP) has confirmed that His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, will grace the NAIP 2026 Economic Outlook and CEOs Forum as Chairman of the Closing Dinner, scheduled to hold at 6:00pm.

The royal presence of the Ooni of Ife at the closing dinner is expected to add historic depth and cultural significance to the forum, which brings together leaders of Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, policymakers, regulators, investors and other critical stakeholders to examine the nation’s economic outlook and health-sector sustainability.

The closing dinner will serve as the formal climax of the forum, providing an opportunity for reflection on key deliberations, consolidation of policy ideas, and strengthening of strategic relationships forged during the day’s high-level engagements.

NAIP noted that the choice of the Ooni of Ife underscores the growing recognition of traditional institutions as vital partners in national development, economic transformation and social cohesion. Oba Ogunwusi, known for his advocacy for industrial growth, youth empowerment and economic innovation, embodies the intersection of tradition and modern leadership.

The NAIP Economic Outlook and CEOs Forum is a flagship annual gathering that reviews Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment, interrogates policy directions, and proposes practical pathways for strengthening local pharmaceutical production, health security and economic resilience.

Industry leaders believe the closing dinner, chaired by the Ooni of Ife, will provide a dignified platform to summarise outcomes, reaffirm collective commitments, and chart a shared path forward for Nigeria’s pharmaceutical and health manufacturing ecosystem.

The 6:00pm dinner is expected to attract senior executives, government officials, development partners and captains of industry, marking a fitting royal conclusion to a forum designed to influence policy, investment and long-term sectoral growth.