50th Conference & Annual General Meeting

50th NIFST Conference & AGM (ÈKÓ 2026)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

First, make payment into
Name of Bank: First Bank Plc.
Account Name: Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST)
Account Number: 2000055846
Sortcode: 011151896

BEFORE YOU REGISTER FOR THE CONFEREN

Celebrate a golden milestone with the Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST) at our 50th Annual Conference and General Meeting, tagged ÈKÓ 2026. Taking place from 12th – 16th October 2026 at the Welcome Centre, Lagos, this landmark event marks "50 Years of Scientific Impact Since 1976."

Under the theme "Transforming Food Research into Enterprise through Innovation and Commercialization for Sustainable Development," the conference serves as the premier gathering for food scientists, technologists, researchers, and industry leaders. Attendees will explore the transition from academic milestones to new horizons in food security and economic growth.

The Conference Sub-Themes:

1. Sustainable Processing, Value Addition, and Circular Bioeconomy
2. Financing, Policy, and Market Access for Food Enterprise Growth
3. Innovation and Commercialisation of Novel Food Products from Indigenous and Underutilised Crops
4. Intellectual Property Management and Patenting in the Commercialization of New Food Products
5. Waste-to-Wealth: Valorization of Food Processing By-products via Circular Economy Approaches in Food Industries
6. Packaging Technologies and Innovations for Food Products Commercialization and Export

Why Attend?

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  Networking: Connect with top professionals in the Nigerian food industry.

• Insights: Gain cutting-edge knowledge on food innovation and commercialization.

• Milestone Celebration: Be part of the Golden Jubilee honors and AGM.

Secure your spot at the Welcome Centre, Lagos, and join us in shaping the future of food science in Nigeria.