Lagos Leather Fair Opens Press Accreditation for 2026 Edition: Inviting Media Professionals to Cover Africa’s Leading Leather Industry Event
Lagos Leather Fair (LLF2026) has officially opened press accreditation for its highly anticipated annual event, scheduled to take place from June 26–28, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), Victoria Island, Lagos.
With the 2026 theme, “Beyond the Hide: Scaling Value, Building Industry, Driving Growth,” this year’s edition positions itself as a critical touchpoint for conversations around innovation, sustainability, and economic advancement within Africa’s leather ecosystem.
Media professionals journalists, and content creators are invited to apply for accreditation to gain access to a carefully curated program that reflects both the creative and commercial dimensions of the leather industry. From exhibitions and product showcases to panel discussions and live demonstrations, the fair offers a comprehensive view of the sector’s evolving landscape.
More than an exhibition, Lagos Leather Fair has grown into a convening point for stakeholders across the value chain, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, investors, and policymakers, working collectively to redefine the future of leather in Africa. For the media, this presents an opportunity not just to report, but to document a shift: from raw material dependency to value-driven production and global relevance.
“Lagos Leather Fair is not just an exhibition; it is a movement shaping the future of leather in Africa. We welcome the media as key partners in amplifying the stories, craftsmanship, and industry insights that emerge from this platform.”
Accredited press will have the opportunity to:
- Cover one of West Africa’s largest gatherings of leather designers and manufacturers
- Engage directly with industry leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs
- Access exclusive media moments, interviews, and curated experiences
- Amplify stories that spotlight African craftsmanship on a global stage
The Lagos Leather Fair continues to serve as a vital bridge between creativity and commerce, fostering dialogue and collaboration across the leather value chain while positioning Nigeria as a hub for design excellence and industrial growth.
How to Apply for Press Accreditation:
Interested media professionals can request accreditation by contacting the official press office via email: yd@yettyd.com
About Lagos Leather Fair
In 2017, Lagos Leather Fair (LLF) was launched as Nigeria’s first dedicated platform focused exclusively on the leather industry. Founded by Femi Olayebi, a premium leather goods designer based in Ibadan, Nigeria, LLF was born out of both frustration and possibility – frustration with the structural gaps holding the industry back and belief in the immense, untapped potential of the Nigerian leather ecosystem.
At the time, industry projections suggested that Nigeria’s leather sector could generate up to one million USD by 2025. Yet, the pathway to that growth was unclear. Misconceptions, limited public awareness, fragmented supply chains, and the absence of a unifying platform to spotlight its talent and capacity burdened the industry. Across the value chain – from raw material sourcing to design and finished products – creatives faced systemic barriers to visibility, scale, and global competitiveness. LLF was created to change that narrative.
More than an event, it became a convening force – bringing together designers, manufacturers, suppliers, policymakers, and investors under one roof. By highlighting both the challenges and opportunities within the sector, LLF set out to bridge gaps, strengthen linkages, and position Nigerian and African leather as a competitive force on the global stage.
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