Nigeria’s corporate event planning industry is fast emerging as a serious economic powerhouse, operating within a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem.
Globally, the corporate event market hit $330.9 billion in 2023 and is forecast to nearly double to $730.7 billion by 2035, growing at a 7% CAGR.
Within Nigeria, this trend plays out in a highly dynamic landscape.
Veteran and boutique event planners alike are organizing everything from investor conferences, product launches, and board retreats to annual general meetings and awards shows.
The scale of the business, combined with its complexity in managing logistics, stakeholder engagement, crisis risks, and guest experience, places top event planners at the centre of corporate brand strategy.
As the market deepens and client demands evolve, a handful of firms are emerging as the most powerful players.
In no particular order, these are some of the planners who are not only executing grand-scale events but also reshaping what premium corporate gatherings look like in Nigeria.
Uche Majekodunmi is the visionary founder behind Newton & David Events, one of Nigeria’s premier event decorating and full-service event management companies. Born in Manchester, UK, Majekodunmi studied Theatre Arts at the University of Jos before obtaining a Master’s degree from Liverpool University. Her journey into event design began modestly—creating flower arrangements on her balcony for her church, yet it laid the foundation for what would become a 29-year legacy in the industry.
Founded in 1991, Newton & David Events initially offered floristry services, gradually evolving into a leading event decorating and production company servicing both local and international clients. The company’s name honors her family: “Newton” after her father, and “David” after her paternal grandfather, late brother, and husband. From decorating a neighbor’s wedding to managing high-profile state events and corporate functions, the firm has consistently demonstrated creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence.
Today, Newton & David Events offers integrated spatial and experience design, event management, and production services, producing standout experiences such as the Moët Hennessy Private Business Lunch, CIARB Annual Conference, and Moët Grand Day 2018.
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