The Association of Nigerian Artisans and Technicians (ASNAT) has unveiled the 2nd edition of Nigerian Artisans and Technicians Exhibition and Fair, NATEF Abuja 2025, a platform dedicated to promoting skills development, craftsmanship, national unity, and Mutual acceptance.
The event is to showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural diversity, promote cross-cultural understanding and foster business opportunities.
National Coordinator of ASNAT, Mr Adeshina Akinyemi, who disclosed this in Abuja, the nation’s capital, says that NATEF is a working exhibition designed to stimulate economic growth by promoting local production to support artisans and technicians nationwide.
He noted that the annual tourism event will attract international visitors to witness Nigerian artisans’ exceptional skills.
“We envision NATEF as an annual tourism event, attracting international visitors to witness Nigerian artisans’ exceptional skills. We urge all stakeholders, including state governors and lawmakers, to support NATEF by sponsoring local artisans and technicians. This event will showcase Nigeria’s rich cultural diversity, promote cross-cultural understanding, and foster business opportunities.” He said.
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Mr Akinyemi further stressed that NATEF 2025 will feature a working exhibition, on-site service delivery, and display of artisans’ products and skills.
“Workshops: Hands-on training sessions for skills development, Networking: Opportunities for industry professionals and potential clients, Cultural Showcase: Promoting Nigeria’s diverse cultural heritage. CNG Conversion: Conversion of over 100 petrol-powered vehicles to CNG, courtesy of the Presidential Initiative on CNG (PICNG), Raffle Draws: With unique prizes to be won by delegates,
Modern Music and Cultural Displays: By different musical groups and cultural troupes,” he stated.
The National Coordinator also commended the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) for their continuous support. ITF, under the leadership of Dr Oluwatoyin Afiz Ogun.
This year’s NATEF is sponsored by ITF, ably supported by PICNG, Ondo State Government, Adamawa State Government, Taraba State Government and the National Directorate of Employment (NDF).