{"id":61705,"date":"2025-02-23T04:16:15","date_gmt":"2025-02-23T04:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/?p=61705"},"modified":"2025-02-23T04:16:15","modified_gmt":"2025-02-23T04:16:15","slug":"abuja-unveils-virtual-expo-to-transform-interior-furniture-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/2025\/02\/23\/abuja-unveils-virtual-expo-to-transform-interior-furniture-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Abuja Unveils Virtual Expo to Transform Interior, Furniture Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>By Ade Iyamoye<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In a bold step to revolutionize Nigeria\u2019s interior design and furniture sector, the Abuja Interior and Furniture Expo has launched its maiden digital edition\u2014marking a significant stride toward integrating technology with creativity and craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p>The virtual event, officially inaugurated on Friday by Project Coordinator Faisal Jafar Rafindadi, stands as a milestone in promoting digital innovation within the industry.<\/p>\n<p>Rafindadi described the expo as a transformative platform designed to connect professionals, manufacturers, and enthusiasts while advancing the federal government\u2019s Renewed Hope agenda for economic growth through digital technology.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis virtual expo creates a unique space for networking, collaboration, and exploring groundbreaking possibilities,\u201d Rafindadi stated during the opening ceremony in Abuja.<\/p>\n<p>The two-day event, organized in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, and the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, promises attendees interactive workshops, expert-led keynote sessions, and innovative product demonstrations that highlight the evolving landscape of interior design and furniture manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Kabir Mustapha, Director of Mobilization, emphasized the pivotal role of digital platforms in boosting economic opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs Nigeria\u2019s first-ever virtual expo in this sector, this initiative underscores our commitment to leveraging technology for national growth and development,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Participants are offered an immersive experience through virtual exhibition booths, networking sessions, and access to potential business partnerships\u2014an unprecedented move that signals Nigeria\u2019s readiness to embrace the global digital economy.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Mustapha also recognized the support of key partners, including the Nigerian Association of Engineering Craftsmen under the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).<\/p>\n<p>He announced plans to transition the expo into a physical format later this year, expanding its reach and solidifying its impact on the industry.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis innovation allows us to connect with a broader audience, foster international collaborations, and redefine how we engage with the future of interior and furniture design,\u201d Mustapha added.<\/p>\n<p>This pioneering event is set to reshape the industry landscape, blending technology with tradition to propel Nigeria\u2019s creative economy onto the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Ade Iyamoye In a bold step to revolutionize Nigeria\u2019s interior design and furniture sector, the Abuja Interior and Furniture Expo has launched its maiden digital edition\u2014marking a significant stride toward integrating technology with creativity and craftsmanship. 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