The 2025 editions of WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos have successfully concluded, cementing their position as West Africa's premier platform for healthcare innovation, investment, and policy advancement. The three-day event, held at the Landmark Centre in Lagos, brought together stakeholders from across the healthcare spectrum.
Now in its 12th year and rebranded from its previous iterations as Medic West Africa and Medlab West Africa, the unified exhibition attracted over 8,000 professional visits and approximately 500 exhibitors from Africa and beyond, highlighting growing international interest in West Africa's healthcare transformation.
Key Highlights and Distinguished Participants
The event was graced by prominent figures in Nigeria's healthcare sector, including Senator Ipalibo Banigo, Chairman of the 10th Senate Committee on Health; Professor Akin Abayomi, Lagos State Commissioner for Health; and Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare.
Other notable participants included Njide Ndilii, President of the Healthcare Federation of Nigeria; Dr. Pamela Ajayi, Founder of Synlab Nigeria; Donald Ofili, Acting Registrar of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria; and Professor Christian Happi, a specialist in Molecular Biology and Genomics at Redeemer's University.
Senator Banigo, who officially opened the event, emphasized the critical importance of public-private partnerships in building a sustainable healthcare system for Nigerians. She praised WHX for creating a platform that facilitates meaningful dialogue and investment opportunities essential for transforming the healthcare sector.
Lagos State's Commitment to Healthcare Advancement
Professor Akin Abayomi highlighted the growing significance of the event, stating: "This year's WHX Lagos is the largest we've seen, and it continues to grow in significance every year. I commend the Informa Markets team for their unwavering commitment to this exhibition, which has become an invaluable part of Lagos State's health calendar. This kind of collaboration between government and private sector, showcased so strongly here at WHX, is exactly what we need to build an efficient, inclusive and forward-looking health system for all citizens of the country."
Exhibition Highlights and Business Opportunities
Tom Coleman, Senior Exhibition Director at Informa Markets, reflected on the event's evolution: "This 12th edition of WHX marks a major milestone in our journey of shaping the healthcare narrative in Nigeria and across West Africa. What began over a decade ago as Medic West Africa and Medlab West Africa has now evolved into WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos, a unified, future-facing platform that bridges healthcare delivery, diagnostics, policy, and investment under one roof."
The exhibition floor featured cutting-edge innovations from leading manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare service providers, including Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare, Roche, Uni-Medical, Crown Healthcare, and Dedalus. Attendees experienced the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical imaging, AI-driven health technologies, and breakthrough pharmaceuticals.
Numerous business partnerships and deals were initiated during the event, underscoring WHX's role as a vital commercial platform for the healthcare industry. Participants also benefited from specialized networking events designed to foster collaboration and drive long-term partnerships that will shape the future of healthcare in West Africa.
Looking Ahead
As West Africa continues its journey toward health equity and technological advancement, the WHX platform remains a cornerstone for progress and opportunity within the healthcare ecosystem. The successful conclusion of WHX Lagos and WHX Labs Lagos 2025 has set a new benchmark for healthcare exhibitions in the region, providing a holistic, world-class experience that effectively merges business, policy, and innovation.
The event's success reflects the growing momentum behind healthcare transformation in West Africa and signals promising developments for the region's healthcare landscape in the years to come.
