Fortham National Education and Book Exhibition 2026
“Strengthening Nigeria’s Reading Culture: Connecting Schools to Quality, Credible, and Impactful Learning Resources”
Promoting educational advancement and literacy. Empowering students, teachers, and schools with access to curriculum-aligned books and modern classroom materials.
Date
17th – 19th Sept, 2026
Thursday – Saturday
Venue
Novare Central Mall
Wuse Zone 5, Abuja
Strategic Partners & Institutional Participants
About the Exhibition
The Fortham National Education and Book Exhibition is a national education, literacy, publishing, and knowledge-sharing platform designed to connect schools with quality books, credible learning resources, publishers, authors, booksellers, educators, librarians, government agencies, and key stakeholders in the education and book ecosystem. This exhibition is positioned to promote reading culture, strengthen access to quality educational materials, support ethical publishing, create business opportunities, and encourage meaningful collaboration across Nigeria’s educational and publishing sectors.
Built for everyone shaping the future of education in Nigeria.
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Days of Exhibition
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Targeted Schools
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Expected Exhibitors
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Targeted Participants
Government Agencies and Educational Institutions
Publishers, Authors, Booksellers and Literacy Stakeholders
Key Highlights
What to expect at the exhibition
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Three-day national exhibition
Three full days of exhibitions, connections, and learning experiences from 17th to 19th September 2026 at Novare Central Mall, Abuja
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School participation
Schools from across the nation attend with students, teachers, and administrators to explore quality learning resources first-hand.
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Book displays and sales
Publishers and booksellers showcase and sell curriculum-aligned books, storybooks, and educational materials at exhibition-friendly prices.
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Publisher-school networking
Direct connections between reputable publishers and school decision-makers, shortening the path from catalogue to classroom.
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Author interactions
Readings, signings, and meet-and-greet sessions that bring students and book lovers face to face with celebrated Nigerian authors.
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Literacy conversations
Focused dialogues on strengthening Nigeria's reading culture and improving access to credible, impactful learning resources.
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Government agency participation
Key education and regulatory agencies participate, aligning policy, standards, and practice across the book ecosystem.
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Business and partnership opportunities
A marketplace for distribution deals, collaborations, and partnerships across the education and publishing sectors.
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Book launches
New titles unveiled live on a national stage, giving authors and publishers direct access to their audience.
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Educational panels and learning sessions
Panels, workshops, and learning sessions led by educators, librarians, and industry experts throughout the exhibition.
Why Attend?
The exhibition provides a unique opportunity for participants to meet the right people within the education and book ecosystem. It is not just about gathering crowds; it is about creating meaningful engagement, visibility, networking, business opportunities, and long-term partnerships.
The Audience
Who Should Attend?
Schools
Publishers
Booksellers
Authors
Librarians
Teachers
Students
Parents
Reading promoters
NGOs
Government agencies
Printers
Education technology companies
Literary organisations
Development partners
Meet the Exhibitors
Participating Organisations & Exhibitors
Publishers, booksellers, educational institutions, technology companies and professional organisations showcasing books, educational products, services, innovations and solutions at the exhibition.
Marvelous Mike Press Limited
Publishing & Printing
Metropolitan Publishers Limited
Educational Publisher
Evans Brothers (Nigeria Publishers) Limited
Educational Publisher
GoFreeBooks (Turkey)
Books & Digital Content
Topstar Publishing Limited
Educational Publisher
Progressive Educational Services Limited
Educational Services
Walkiya Publishers Limited
Publisher
Erkam Publishing Nigeria
Publisher
EMTECH / El-Spice Media & Tech
Media & Technology
Mighty Demolex Educational & Publishers Nigeria Limited
Educational Publisher
Takadun Publishing Limited
Educational Publisher
Fortham Publishers Limited
Publisher
Fortham School of Writing and Publishing Excellence
Training Institution
Clasier Publishing Limited
Publisher
Adams Pages Bookstore
Bookstore
International Association of Female Authors and Publishers (IAFAP)
Professional Association
Latest News & Updates
What’s happening at Fortham
05 May 2026Lagos, Nigeria
Major Publishers Partner with Fortham for Largest Educational Gathering
Several leading publishers have confirmed their participation as Platinum and Gold sponsors for the exhibition.
10 Apr 2026Abuja, Nigeria
Keynote Speakers Announced for Upcoming Book Fair
Top industry leaders and government officials will be leading the conversation at this year's exhibition.
15 Mar 2026Abuja, Nigeria
Registration Opens for Fortham Education Exhibition 2026
Secure your spot early for the largest educational gathering in the country. Discounts available for early-bird exhibitors and schools.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools, students, teachers, parents, publishers, authors, booksellers, librarians, government agencies, NGOs, and members of the public.