The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, will host the Year 2025 Job Fair on Thursday, 11th September, 2025, at the Blue Roof, Lagos State Television, Ikeja. Themed “Your Career, Your Way: Explore Endless Possibilities,” the Fair is designed to connect thousands of young people with employment and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Now established as one of the State’s flagship platforms for addressing youth unemployment, the Job Fair will bring together job seekers, young professionals, aspiring entrepreneurs, and leading employers across diverse sectors of the economy.
A statement signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe, explained that the initiative reflects the State Government’s strong commitment to creating jobs, nurturing talent, and promoting entrepreneurship in line with Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s T.H.E.M.E.S Plus Agenda, particularly the pillar on Education, Technology, and Making Lagos a 21st Century Economy.
The Commissioner disclosed that this year’s edition will feature on-the-spot job interviews and recruitment by top organisations, one-on-one career consultations with industry professionals, and a high-level panel session with business leaders and thought experts exploring strategies for navigating today’s dynamic job market. Participants will also benefit from breakout workshops on résumé writing, interview coaching, digital product creation, and entrepreneurship.
He further highlighted the impact of past editions, noting that the 2024 Job Fair recorded over 3,000 participants, with many securing meaningful employment opportunities. The 2025 Fair, he assured, will build on these successes by bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, equipping young people with digital competencies, career-readiness skills, and access to employment networks.
By fostering strong partnerships between government, the private sector, and multinational organisations, the Job Fair reinforces Lagos State’s position as Nigeria’s hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
The Permanent Secretary, Esv. Wasiu Adebayo Olayinka encouraged job seekers, graduates, and professionals to take advantage of the opportunity by registering for the event, assuring that the Ministry has made adequate preparations to deliver a successful and impactful Job Fair.