The bustling city of Lagos is set to host a groundbreaking event that will ignite the realms of education, stationery, and office supplies. The inaugural Nigeria edition of the School, Stationery and Office Equipment Expo (SCOFEX Nigeria 2025) is poised to kick off on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the prestigious Landmark Centre in Victoria Island. Organized by Tecburg Private Limited, this exhibition aims to captivate trade visitors and industry operators from various West African countries.
“Tecburg was the exclusive organiser of the largest international exhibition in Africa catering to the stationery, school and office equipment industry.”
As reported by BusinessDay.ng, Ngozi Adindu Project co-ordinator shared insights into the expo’s magnitude. She highlighted Tecburg’s strategic vision of expanding its footprint and establishing a robust presence in West Africa through this grand showcase. Aptly named “SCOFEX EXPO 2025,
” this event is not just about exhibitions; it’s a transformative platform primed to shape Africa’s economic landscape with innovative products and unparalleled connections.
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The show is positioned as a global exhibition that would shape Africa’s productivity economy through innovative product discoveries and uncharted connection.
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Over three dynamic days, attendees can expect an immersive experience at the 10th edition of this esteemed global EXPO. Past editions held across Kenya, Tanzania, Ghana, Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Morocco attracted prominent brands, suppliers, buyers as well as educational institutions from over 50 countries. This year’s focus on Lagos underscores a deliberate effort to engage with West African markets intensely.
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The Lagos Expo is focused on and targeted at the West African markets and will be attended by trade visitors and industry operators from neighboring West African countries.
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The scope of offerings at SCOFEX EXPO 2025 spans an impressive array including Stationery essentials like Writing Instruments; Art & Craft supplies; Notebooks & Diaries; Books & Publishing materials; Toys & Hobbies; Sports Goods; Uniforms; Bags & Backpacks; Identity & Gifting items; Paper Products such as Labels & Envelopes; Files & Folders organization aids; Adhesives & Tapes for seamless tasks; IT & Computing gadgets for modern workflows; Office Machines efficiency boosters like Toners & Cartridges.
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Operators in the industry are expected to seize the moment to connect with other industry leaders.
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Adindu emphasizes that participants will delve into detailed presentations
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, engaging case studies while exploring prevailing industry trends. The expo serves as a fertile ground for discovering cutting-edge products that promise value addition to various operations. More than merely showcasing products,
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the event encourages forging partnerships,
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uncovering investment prospects besides fostering collaboration opportunities among stakeholders.
Innovators brimming with fresh ideas stand to gain significantly from SCOFEX EXPO 2025.
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The platform offers a gateway for startups,
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emerging enterprises led by entrepreneurs keen on liaising with distributors willing to champion their products’ distribution network effectively.”
It will also be an opportunity for innovators and startups…to meet with distributors who would be ready to partner with them,
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Owners and Equipment manufacturers (QEMS) from several African countries will network with international suppliers.
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By harnessing this vibrant ecosystem,
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emerging businesses can glean insights into market trends”
, size up competition dynamics while identifying niche opportunities where their innovative concepts can thrive.As reported by BusinessDay.ng,Last accessed: [https://businessday.ng/news/article/school-stationery-office-equipment-exhibition-holds-in-lagos/].
This article was adapted from businessday.ng.
