THE 2026 EDITION

Abuja Job & Career Fair 2026 is back. Bigger. Better.

Meet hiring employers, find your next opportunity and gain insights from industry leaders — all in one place.

THE DATE22 October 2026Thursday

THE TIME8:30 a.m.Arrival & registration

THE VENUEAbuja

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 01 The start of something new.A real job seeker in conversation with an employer. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ The start of something new. — A real job seeker in conversation with an employer.

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 02 Ready for what’s next.A confident attendee arriving at the fair. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ Ready for what’s next. — A confident young professional in Abuja.

Ready for what’s next. — A confident young professional in Abuja.

Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment

Supported by:

In partnership with

German Cooperation, Co-funded by the European Union, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, implemented by GIZ

German Cooperation, Co-funded by the European Union

Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation SDC, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, implemented by GIZ

01 ABOUT THE FAIR

One fair.
Many ways
forward.

Your next job. Your next hire.
Your next connection.

The Abuja Job & Career Fair 2026 brings job seekers, employers and industry professionals together to explore career pathways and build valuable professional connections.

This edition is designed to create meaningful opportunities for women, persons with disabilities and underserved communities.

Job seekers & young professionals aged 18 years and olderWomen seeking new opportunitiesEmployers with job openingsPersons with disabilities & underserved communities

02 WHY ATTEND?

What brings you
to the fair?

Come with a goal.
Find a reason to take the next step.

YOUR TEAM

Build your next great team.

Meet diverse talent and make connections beyond the CV.

Connect with a diverse pool of candidates ready to be hired.
Build a strong pipeline for current and future roles.
Increase your brand’s visibility and recognition.
Network with fellow employers and industry experts.

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 04 Meet the person, not just the CV.A recruiter engaging with candidates at an employer stand. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ Attendees visiting the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment stand at a previous edition of the fair.

Attendees visiting the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment stand at a previous edition of the fair.

SAVE THE DATE

Opportunities, connections & impact

Thursday22 Oct. 2026

8:30AM

Thursday22 Oct. 20268:30AM

VENUE

Abuja

8:30AM arrival & registration

03 HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY

More than a job fair.
A day to move forward.

6WAYS TO
MAKE IT COUNT

01 / 06

Job fair & networking

Meet potential employers, explore opportunities and make valuable professional connections.

02 / 06

Training sessions

Information Session on Regular Migration
From Play to Pay: Gaming as a Pathway to Youth Employment
Entrepreneurship Readiness & Business Start-Up Session
Career Ready: Navigating the Labour Market and Workplace

03 / 06

Interactive breakout sessions

Take the conversation further through focused discussions and shared learning.

04 / 06

Career readiness masterclasses

Build the confidence and skills to take your next career step.

05 / 06

Employer showcases

Explore hiring companies, their opportunities and what they are looking for.

06 / 06

Career counselling & CV reviews

Get guidance on your career direction and how you present your experience.

Learn something useful. Meet someone new. Explore what’s next.

Be part of it

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 06 A place to participate.Real attendees connecting in an accessible setting. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ A speaker on stage during a previous edition of the fair.

A speaker on stage during a previous edition of the fair.

EVERYONE DESERVES A WAY IN.

04 INCLUSION IS PART OF THE PLAN

We planned
with you in mind.

Opportunity should be within reach. Here’s how we’re helping more people take part.

Accessible venue

Disability-friendly considerations to support participation.

Free nursery for mothers

Nursery support so mothers can take part in the fair.

Sign language interpreters

Interpretation support to make conversations more accessible.

Check attendance details

05 PAST EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

The people.
The possibilities.

See the conversations, connections
and energy of past career fairs.

PAST EVENT REEL / 07 Feel the energy.Add an approved reel from a previous career fair. ADD A REEL OR COVER IMAGE+

A look back. A reason to be here.

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 08 Connections in the making.A candid networking moment from a previous fair. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ Attendees interacting at the check-in area of a previous edition of the fair.

Attendees interacting at the check-in area of a previous edition of the fair.

REAL PHOTOGRAPHY / 09 Ideas worth sharing.A session from a previous fair. ADD A REAL PHOTO+ Ideas worth sharing. — A session from a previous fair.

06 PLAN YOUR DAY

A few things
to know.

The essentials, before you make your next move.

When and where is the fair?

Thursday, 22 October 2026 in Abuja. Job seekers can arrive and register from 8:30 a.m. The specific venue will be announced once confirmed.

Is registration free?

Yes. Registration is free. Choose the job seeker or employer option that best describes you.

Who should attend?

Job seekers and young professionals aged 18 years and older, women seeking new opportunities, employers with job openings, and persons with disabilities or underserved communities.

What support will be available?

The event plan includes an accessible venue, a free nursery for mothers and sign language interpreters. Nursery arrangements and other practical details still need to be confirmed.

Will photos and videos be taken?

Yes. By attending this event, you consent to photography and video recording. All content captured may be used by FMLE, Jobberman, and GIZ for communication and promotional purposes.

ABUJA · 22 OCTOBER 2026

Your next move
starts here.

For your career. For your team. For your next move.

As a job seeker As an employer

Abuja Job & Career Fair 2026 is back. Bigger. Better.

One fair.
Many ways
forward.

What brings you
to the fair?