31/10/2026
AFRIDEX 2026: A RECAP OF AFRICA’S DEFENCE LEADERSHIP GATHERING IN LAGOS
Lagos played host to Top key military and government leaders at the Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026, held at Eko Atlantic from 26–29 October.
The event had in attendance the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede; the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), OFR; the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON; and other Service Chiefs, Top Brass Generals from different countries, Defence Contractors and Solutions providers in what remains the largest display of military innovations in Africa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, was ably represented by the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio.
The exhibition provided a platform for defence leaders, industry players and technology innovators to explore partnerships, showcase emerging technologies and strengthen Africa’s collective security capabilities.
Take a look at some of the key moments from AFRIDEX 2026.