The Department of Business Administration, Federal University Lokoja, cordially invite you to participate in our 1st International Conference (Hybrid) scheduled to hold from 15th – 16th July, 2026, at the Federal University Multipurpose Hall, Felele Campus, Lokoja.

THEME:

From Idea to Scale: Building Resilient SMEs in Emerging Markets – Pathways, Finance, and Policies that Help Small Firms Survive and Grow Amid Economic Volatility in Nigeria

This maiden international conference brings together academics, industry leaders, policymakers, development practitioners, entrepreneurs, and government stakeholders to explore innovative pathways for strengthening Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in emerging economies.

The conference will feature distinguished speakers, including: The Vice-Chancellor and Chief Host, Prof. Gbenga S. Ibileye, MNAL, FESAN, FLAN

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

Alh. Sule Salihu Enehe, Executive Chairman, Kogi State Internal Revenue Service

LEAD PAPER PRESENTER: 

Prof. A. A. Ameh, Director, Entrepreneurship Skills Development Centre (ESC), Prince Abubakar Audu University. 

We invite you to submit an abstract and participate in this impactful academic and professional gathering. Accepted quality papers will be published in the Departmental International Journal.

Registration Details:

• Abstract Submission: ₦5,000
• Postgraduate Students: ₦10,000
• Undergraduate Students: ₦5,000
• Foreign Participants: $70
• Institutional Participants: ₦100,000

Student participants must provide evidence of studentship.

Payment Details:
Bank: Zenith Bank
Account Name: Dept of Business Admin Conference / Journal FUL
Account Number: 1311549275

Kindly submit your abstract and proof of payment to: [email protected] 

Please find the conference flyer attached for more details, including sub-themes and enquiry contacts.

We look forward to your participation in Lokoja, Nigeria, as we collectively advance conversations on SME resilience, innovation, and sustainable economic growth.

Dr. Peter Ugbedeojo Nelson, MCENT, MAMN, ICENT, FMNES. 
LOC Chairman, 
08059230589/08062284795.