Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026
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Why Attend
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Based on verified event data
- Event: Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026
- Edition year: 2026
- Dates: 2026-10-26 to 2026-10-29
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Venue: Eko Atlantic
- Organizer: dmg events
- Verification: verified
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AFRIDEX 2026 serves as a key platform for engaging with the evolving security architecture requirements within the West African regional landscape.
The Eko Atlantic venue provides a centralized hub for stakeholders to examine current equipment and technological integration strategies relevant to the continent's defence priorities.
Organized by dmg events, the 2026 edition offers a professional environment to interface with regional policy developments and operational mandates.
Attendance allows for direct observation of the logistical and procurement dynamics defining the current Nigerian and broader African defence market.
Opportunity types
Who exhibits
- Defence equipment manufacturers
- Security technology providers
- Aerospace and maritime contractors
- Logistics and support service firms
Who visits
- Government procurement officials
- Military supply chain managers
- Security consultants
- Defence industry analysts
Nigeria represents a significant market for security infrastructure investments driven by regional stability requirements. The growth of industrial hubs like Lagos continues to influence the procurement cycles and logistical capabilities of the broader West African defence sector.
Reviewed: October 27, 2026
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Last checked: October 27, 2026