Where Ideas Meet
Opportunities.
Where Ideas Meet Opportunities. — UI SME Fair 2026
Find your way in.
Five ways to take part in the University of Ibadan SME Fair 2026 — choose the one that fits you and register in under two minutes.
Attendees & Visitors
Discover innovative businesses, shop exciting Nigerian products, attend masterclasses, and explore campus stalls.
Studentpreneurs
For currently enrolled UI and other tertiary institutions with a valid student ID to pitch, exhibit, or enter competitions.
Vendors & SMEs
Book a booth to showcase your products, boost brand visibility, and sell directly to thousands of buyers.
Volunteers
Join the official UI SME Fair execution team, gain leadership experience, and earn a certificate of participation.
Sponsors & Partners
Position your organisation prominently in front of entrepreneurs, university leaders, student innovators, and the public.
Own the spotlight.
Partner with UI SME Fair and connect your organisation with entrepreneurs, emerging businesses, students, professionals, and members of the University community.
Headline Partner
Premier brand positioning across all event stages, marketing collaterals, media coverage, and campus signage.
Key Sponsorship Benefits
- Naming rights & prominent logo on main stage & entrance arch
- Prime complimentary VIP exhibition pavilion
- Speaking slot during Opening Ceremony & Pitch Session judging
- Full-page feature in official SME Fair event directory
- Direct access to attendee database for post-event follow-up
Gold Partner
Strong corporate presence targeting university students, business owners, and regional industry leaders.
Key Sponsorship Benefits
- Prominent logo on event website, banners, and backdrop
- Dedicated booth space in high-traffic exhibition zone
- Keynote presentation opportunity during masterclass sessions
- Branded promotional items distribution in visitor bags
Supporting Partner
Ideal for organisations, financial institutions, and tech platforms supporting African SME growth.
Key Sponsorship Benefits
- Logo on sponsor wall, website, and promotional literature
- Standard booth space in the SME exhibition area
- Social media feature & partner announcement
One Fair. Every Reason to Show Up.
Every stall, session, and competition is built to deliver something real — starting with the one thing that matters most.
Grants & Funding Access
Learn about grant programmes, funding schemes, and financial support opportunities open to SMEs, students, and entrepreneurs — the resources that help good ideas become funded businesses.
SME Exhibition
Explore products and services from hundreds of participating businesses — from tech startups to artisan and consumer brands.
Executive Networking
Structured networking connecting founders, corporate decision-makers, investors, and University of Ibadan leaders.
Business Masterclasses
Practical sessions on scaling, digital marketing, funding access, and tax compliance from founders and experts.
SME Advisory & Support
One-on-one regulatory guidance, legal advice, and registration support from government and partner agencies.
Two Ways to Compete.
UI SME Fair 2026 features two live competitions — one for bold business ideas, one for bold flavour.
Pitch for Funding & Prizes
Student and SME founders pitch their business ideas live to a panel of judges and investors, with seed grants and mentorship on the line.
A Culinary Showdown
Nigerian food entrepreneurs and student chefs cook live for the title of UI SME Fair's standout culinary brand.
Post-Fair Growth Workshop
Winners of both competitions are invited to a dedicated post-fair workshop, built to help them upscale and grow their business after the event — the fair's way of backing its winners for the long run, not just the weekend.
Business. People. Possibilities.
Visualizing the energy, enterprise, and community that make the University of Ibadan SME Fair an unmissable gathering.
Fashion & Handcrafted Accessories
JMK Kollections Nig. Ltd. showcasing bespoke leather bags and accessories
Main Hall Trade & Exhibition Pavilion
Hundreds of attendees browsing innovative products and corporate booths
Summit Audience & Panel Sessions
Engaged delegates attending expert keynote sessions and capacity workshops
Aso-Oke & Fashion Showcase Stage
Cultural fashion entrepreneurs presenting indigenous textile designs
Supported By Organisations That Believe in Enterprise.
Got Questions? We Have Answers.
Find answers to common questions about attending, exhibiting, and sponsoring the University of Ibadan SME Fair 2026.
Have a Question?
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