Nigeria's EFN Launches Esports Pavilion at CANEX WKND 2026

The Esports Federation of Nigeria (EFN) has officially invited stakeholders, creators, and gamers to the AfCFTA Esports & Gaming Pavilion at the Creative Africa Nexus Weekend (CANEX WKND) 2026, scheduled for November 5 to 8 at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Cultural & Creative Arts, National Theatre Complex, Iganmu, Lagos. This event is significant as it marks the first time competitive gaming will have a dedicated pavilion at Africa’s largest gathering of creative and cultural industries.

CANEX WKND 2026 is hosted by the African Export-Import Bank, in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria, the African Union Commission, and the AfCFTA Secretariat. The event aims to connect creatives, investors, policymakers, and buyers from across Africa and the diaspora.

The EFN, led by President Yahaya Maikori, was inaugurated in March 2025 and aims to position Nigeria as Africa’s esports capital. The pavilion will showcase African game developers, allow pro-players to compete, and provide a platform for young creatives to explore gaming as a viable career.