Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Power and Water Nigeria is set to take place from 1st to 2nd April 2027 at the Landmark Centre in Lagos. This exhibition serves as a vital platform for stakeholders in the power and water industries to engage in discussions about technological advancements and infrastructure improvements.
With a focus on sustainability and optimization, the event will showcase innovative solutions aimed at addressing Nigeria's energy and water challenges. Power and Water Nigeria takes place in Lagos, NG.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Power and Water Nigeria runs 1st - 2nd April 2027 at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
- 2Scale and Focus: This exhibition connects stakeholders in the power and water sectors, showcasing innovative technologies and solutions.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by Vertex Next, with registration available on their official website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include government officials, utility companies, and industry leaders in energy and water management.
- 5Entry: Free visitor registration is available online.
Why visit
Visit Power and Water Nigeria to explore cutting-edge technologies in energy and water management. Attendees include government officials, utility companies, and industry leaders in energy and water management. Free visitor registration is available online.
Why exhibit
Power and Water Nigeria puts a stand in front of the people who write specifications on Nigerian power and water projects: distribution company (DisCo) engineering and metering teams, generation and transmission planners, state water corporation engineers, captive-power managers from manufacturing and agro-processing plants, EPC contractors building substations and treatment plants, and the consultants who prepare feasibility studies for mini-grids and industrial parks.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Government officials from energy and water sectors
Utility company representatives
Private sector stakeholders in renewable energy
Technology providers for energy management
Consultants in infrastructure development
Academics and researchers in energy and water sustainability
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of energy-efficient technologies
Suppliers of renewable energy solutions
Companies specializing in water purification systems
Providers of smart grid technologies
Firms offering consulting services in energy management
Distributors of electrical equipment and components
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Renewable energy technologies and solutions
Water treatment and purification systems
Energy storage solutions
Smart grid and metering technologies
Infrastructure for power generation and distribution
Energy management software and services
Location & Facilities
Venue
Landmark Centre, Victoria Island
Lagos, NG
Facilities
Parking
Landmark Centre, Victoria Island in Lagos typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Landmark Centre, Victoria Island in Lagos typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Lagos, NG
Why it matters
On 2027-04-28 to 2027-04-29, Power and Water Nigeria in Lagos covering Renewable energy technologies and solutions, Water treatment and purification systems, Energy storage solutions, Smart g gives energy buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
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Automation and labour efficiency
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · NGN
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Landmark Hotels
midscale
Victoria IslandUSD 150–190 / night
Shortest walk to the halls - useful for two-day shows where the team needs to reset the stand between sessions.
Villa Toscana Hotel, Lagos
upscale
Victoria Island areaUSD 150–202 / night
Roughly a 10-minute walk to Landmark Centre, with an indoor pool and restaurant for evening meetings.
The Grandeur Hotel Victoria Island
midscale
Victoria IslandUSD 150–190 / night
A short ride or a 20-minute walk from the venue; laundry service is useful on a two-day show turnaround.
The Hedge Suites / Hedge Lounge
economy
Victoria Island vicinityUSD 95–122 / night
Lowest-cost island option in the capture set and still walkable to Landmark Centre; expect simpler rooms than the midscale properties.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport taxi or pre-booked transfer
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMurtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Landmark Centre, Plot 2 and 3 Water Corporation Drive, Victoria Island
45-90 minutes depending on bridge and island traffic. Pre-booking through the hotel or a licensed transfer company is safer than accepting an unmetered offer in the arrivals hall.
Ride-hailing (Bolt, Uber, inDrive)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forVictoria Island hotels to Landmark Centre and back
Cheapest reliable door-to-door option for the 1-2 km hops from island hotels; match the plate number and driver name before entering, and expect surge pricing when the halls empty.
BRT bus (MetroBus / LagRide corridor services)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forObalende, CMS and Victoria Island bus corridor stops
Cheap but standing-room at peak, and the BRT corridors do not run to the venue door - plan a short walk or a final ride-hail leg.
Danfo minibus
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forLocal minibus routes across Victoria Island and to Lagos Island
Privately run blue minibuses with conductor-collected fares; useful for a short hop if you know the route, less practical with luggage or exhibition samples.
Ferry (Lagos Ferry Services)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forIkorodu, CMS or Ebute Ero jetties to Victoria Island jetty
Avoids bridge congestion if you stay off the island, but sailings are timetable-limited and the jetty is still a ride from Landmark Centre. Confirm the current timetable and last crossing.
Private car with driver (full day)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forHotel to venue, supplier visits and evening meetings on the island
Useful for a stand team carrying demo kit or for buyers scheduling site visits; agree overtime and fuel terms in writing before the first day.
Parking at Landmark Centre
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forOn-site and adjoining parking, Landmark Centre, Victoria Island
Expect security checks at the gate and limited bays during opening hours; arriving before the halls open is the simplest way to secure a space.
Weather
Late April falls at the start of Lagos's main rainy season. Expect hot, humid days with highs near 33 C and overnight lows around 24 C, humidity often above 80 percent, and short but heavy downpours that can flood low-lying roads on Victoria Island and the island approaches. Morning and evening road journeys can slow sharply in rain, so add 20-30 minutes to transfers to Landmark Centre and keep a compact umbrella and a spare shirt in your bag. Air conditioning in halls and cars makes a light layer useful for long sessions.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Nigerian mobile networks (MTN, Airtel, Glo and 9mobile) provide 4G coverage across Victoria Island, and a local prepaid SIM or travel eSIM is the most reliable way to keep data for ride-hailing, maps and lead capture. Bring a power bank and a universal adapter for type D and G sockets. Hall Wi-Fi at exhibition venues is typically shared and can slow when the floor is busy, so download the floor plan and your meeting list offline and use a printed or offline lead form as backup. If your company requires VPN access, arrange it before travel.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Greetings and titles
Meetings on Victoria Island usually open with a handshake and a few minutes of greeting before business; address counterparts as Engineer, Dr, Chief or Mr/Mrs until invited to use first names, and hand over business cards with the right hand or both hands.
Punctuality and time
Nigerian hosts are usually warm but schedules can stretch; arrive on time yourself, confirm appointments the day before, and keep a phone number for your contact so a delayed meeting can be re-fixed rather than abandoned.
Dress and climate
Business dress is formal - suits or smart shirts for men, tailored dresses or suits for women - but lightweight fabrics matter because of the heat and humidity. A spare shirt or blouse is practical on a long show day.
Negotiation and hierarchy
Decisions in utilities, state water boards and larger EPC firms often sit with a senior engineer or procurement lead rather than the person you first meet. Expect technical questions first and commercial terms second, and bring written specifications so the internal approval case can be built.
Payments and tipping
The naira (NGN) is the local currency. Card and transfer payments are normal at hotels and larger restaurants, but carry small notes for fares, parking and tips. Agree any taxi fare before departure rather than at the destination.
Safety awareness
Lagos is a busy commercial city and the show district is used to business visitors. Use ride-hailing apps or hotel-arranged cars at night, avoid displaying expensive equipment on the street, and take venue and hotel security advice on walking routes after dark.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Book into Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS), the only practical international gateway for the show, and plan the Victoria Island road leg as a separate booking. Long-haul options into Lagos typically route through London, Paris, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Addis Ababa, Nairobi or Johannesburg, with several carriers offering direct or one-stop service; compare schedules rather than assuming a daily frequency. Domestic connections from Abuja and Port Harcourt use the same airport complex, so a same-day connection needs a generous buffer. Fares for April 2027 were not captured for this edition - treat any band you see here as a planning estimate and reconfirm with the airline, especially around Easter and end-of-April travel peaks.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Lagos; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Landmark Centre, Victoria Island: Victoria Island: The Landmark Hotels; Victoria Island area: Villa Toscana Hotel, Lagos; Victoria Island: The Grandeur Hotel Victoria Island.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing is the default way to move around Victoria Island for short trips: Bolt, Uber and inDrive all operate in Lagos, with fares commonly paid by card in the app, though cash is sometimes accepted. Match the plate number and driver name before getting in, share your trip with a colleague for late rides, and expect surge pricing when the halls close. Ask your hotel to confirm current app availability and to order a car if your data connection is unreliable.
Public transit: Lagos public transport is bus-led. MetroBus BRT services run on dedicated corridors and charge a low flat-type fare paid with a Cowry card, while privately run danfo minibuses fill in the remaining routes with cash fares collected by the conductor. Neither drops you at the Landmark Centre gate, so a short walk or final ride-hail leg is normal. The Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line serves the Marina to Mile 2 corridor on Lagos Island and does not stop on Victoria Island, so it is not a direct option for the venue. For a two-day trade show, budget for ride-hailing and treat buses as a backup at off-peak hours.
Parking: Landmark Centre has on-site parking with security checks at the vehicle gate, and adjoining streets on Victoria Island are used informally when the car park fills. Rates are set by the venue and were not captured; budget a few thousand naira per day and keep cash ready. Exhibitors with demo equipment should confirm vehicle access and unloading windows with the organiser before build-up, and allow extra time because the Water Corporation Drive approach slows sharply when the halls open.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 (show dates 28-29 April)
Temperature: Approx. 24-33 C (75-91 F) by day, with overnight lows near 23-26 C; humidity often 80 percent or higher
Seasonality: Late April is the onset of Lagos's main rainy season. Expect short, intense downpours - often in the afternoon or evening - rather than all-day rain, with roughly 130-180 mm across the month; standing water can slow island roads for an hour or more after a heavy shower.
Packing: Pack light, breathable business clothing for hot and humid days: cotton or moisture-wicking shirts, a light suit for meetings, and comfortable shoes for walking between hotels and the halls. Add a compact umbrella or packable rain jacket, a spare shirt, a power bank, type D and G plug adapters, sunscreen, insect repellent for evenings, and a light layer for heavily air-conditioned halls and cars.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Power and Water Nigeria usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
Day 13 - Complete visitor pre-registration with your company name, job title and product interests so your badge reflects the exhibitor categories you want to see.
Day 2
Day 12 - Check passport validity (six months or more beyond travel) and start the Nigerian visa or e-visa application if you need one; request an invitation letter early.
Day 3
Day 11 - Book the flight into Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) and a refundable hotel on Victoria Island; keep the free cancellation window open until your visa is confirmed.
Day 4
Day 10 - Arrange airport pickup or a pre-booked transfer to the island rather than relying on hailing a car at the terminal after a long flight.
Day 5
Day 9 - Build a target exhibitor list from the floor plan: gensets, transformers, meters, pumps, treatment skids, or whatever your project procurement list needs.
Day 6
Day 8 - Book meetings with two or three priority suppliers and ask them to bring metric cut-sheets, lead times to Lagos ports, and local service partner details.; Day 7 - Draft your requirements sheet: load ratings in kVA, water flow and head figures, voltage and frequency, and site conditions, so stand conversations start with data.
Day 7
Day 6 - Buy travel insurance that covers medical care in Nigeria and confirm your yellow fever vaccination certificate is in date.
Day 8
Day 5 - Sort naira cash for small fares and incidentals, and enable card or transfer payments for hotels; tell your bank you are travelling.
Day 9
Day 4 - Download the local ride-hailing apps you plan to use and arrange mobile data or an eSIM that works on Nigerian networks on arrival.
Day 10
Day 3 - Pack light business clothing for 30-33 C heat, an umbrella for rainy-season downpours, a power bank, and adapters for type D and G sockets.
Day 11
Day 2 - Print or save offline copies of your badge confirmation, hotel booking, invitation letter and airport transfer details for the immigration desk.
Day 12
Day 14 - Confirm the published dates, hall and opening hours for Power and Water Nigeria on pnwnigeria.com, and check whether any conference sessions need a separate delegate pass.; Day 1 - Reconfirm the transfer pickup time and allow a 45-90 minute buffer for the drive from LOS to Victoria Island during peak traffic.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Landmark Centre, Victoria Island
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Power and Water Nigeria registration concourse
Landmark Centre, Victoria Island
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Landmark Centre, Victoria Island
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsNGN 190.00
- Per diem × 2NGN 150.00
Estimated totalNGN 340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Power and Water Nigeria fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Power and Water Nigeria, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Renewable energy technologies and solutions and Water treatment and purification solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Power and Water Nigeria in Lagos.
Min. budget
$554.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Renewable energy technologies and solutions and Water treatment and purification products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,493.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Lagos show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is Power and Water Nigeria 2027?
The 2027 edition runs 28-29 April 2027 at Landmark Centre, Plot 2 and 3 Water Corporation Drive, Victoria Island, Lagos. It is a two-day show; check pnwnigeria.com for build-up, opening hours and any change to the published dates before booking travel.
Who exhibits at Power and Water Nigeria?
Exhibitors supply the power chain and the water chain: gensets, turbines, transformers, switchgear, cables, prepaid and smart meters, solar and hybrid systems, batteries, pumps, valves, pipes, treatment and desalination units, chlorination and dosing equipment, billing and SCADA software, and engineering or O&M services. Stands range from single-product distributors to turnkey project vendors.
Who attends the show?
Visitor profiles centre on utility and public-sector engineers, DisCo and GenCo technical teams, state water corporation staff, industrial captive-power and facilities managers, EPC contractors, project developers, equipment distributors, and consultants preparing feasibility studies for plants, mini-grids and water schemes.
Is Power and Water Nigeria trade-only?
It is built as a business-to-business exhibition, so expect trade registration with company details rather than a consumer ticket. Confirm the current visitor policy and any student or press arrangements on the organiser site before travelling.
How do I register as a visitor?
Register through the organiser website, pnwnigeria.com, which is the only official registration route. Registration usually asks for your company, job title and sector interest so badges can be matched to exhibitor categories. Bring a printed or digital confirmation and photo ID to collect your badge.
Is there an entry fee?
No ticket price was published at the time of capture. Trade visitor entry for events of this type is commonly free with pre-registration, but confirm the fee position, any conference delegate rate, and badge policy on pnwnigeria.com - do not pay third-party resellers for a visitor badge.
How do I book a stand?
Stand enquiries go through the organiser via the exhibition or contact pages on pnwnigeria.com. Space is sold as floor area, with shell scheme or space-only options in most Nigerian halls, and pricing depends on size and position. Ask for the current floor plan, hall allocation and build-up schedule rather than relying on a previous year's rate card.
How do I get to Landmark Centre from the airport?
Fly into Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) and take a pre-booked transfer or taxi to Victoria Island - allow 45-90 minutes depending on traffic on the bridges and the island approach roads. There is no rail link to the venue, so the road leg should be booked in advance.
Where should I stay near the venue?
Hotels on and around Victoria Island are the practical choice, with several within walking distance or a short ride of Landmark Centre. Midscale island properties typically run in the region of NGN 225,000-285,000 per night and economy options lower; book early because late April is a busy period in Lagos.
Do I need a visa to attend?
Most non-ECOWAS visitors need a Nigerian visa or e-visa arranged before travel, with a passport valid for at least six months and usually an invitation letter from the organiser or a Nigerian host. Yellow fever vaccination certification is commonly requested at entry. Rules change, so confirm with the Nigerian Immigration Service or your nearest Nigerian mission.
What is the weather like in Lagos during the show?
Late April is hot and humid with the rainy season setting in - daytime highs near 33 C, overnight lows around 24 C, and short heavy afternoon or evening downpours. Pack light breathable business clothing, an umbrella and a spare shirt for a wet commute.
Can I park at Landmark Centre?
On-site parking is available at the Victoria Island venue, with security checks at the gate. Rates are set by the venue and were not captured; budget a few thousand naira per day and arrive early because the access road fills up during show opening hours.
Glossary
- GenCo
- Generation company. In Nigeria the successor generation companies carved out of the former state utility, plus independent power producers, sell bulk power into the grid. Relevant at Power and Water Nigeria for turbine, genset, transformer and balance-of-plant suppliers.
- DisCo
- Distribution company. The regional utilities that operate the 11 kV and 33 kV networks, meter customers, and bill them. DisCo metering, switchgear and cable teams are core buyers on the show floor.
- TCN
- Transmission Company of Nigeria, the state-owned grid operator responsible for high-voltage lines and substations. Transmission-level equipment such as power transformers and protection relays is specified against TCN standards.
- NERC
- Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, the sector regulator for tariffs, licensing and metering rules. Regulatory direction on tariffs and metering shapes what utilities can buy in a given year.
- IPP
- Independent power producer - a privately owned generator selling electricity under a power purchase agreement rather than as a state utility. IPP project developers visit the show for turbines, substations and O&M contracts.
- Embedded generation
- Power generated and connected inside a distribution network rather than at transmission level, common for industrial estates and large campuses in Lagos. Relevant for gas gensets, solar hybrid plants and protection equipment.
- ATC and C losses
- Aggregate technical, commercial and collection losses - the share of electricity that is not billed or not paid for. Reducing these losses drives demand for prepaid metering, tamper detection and billing systems at the show.
- Mini-grid
- A small, self-contained generation and distribution system serving a community or industrial cluster, usually solar-plus-storage or diesel hybrid. A growing product category for inverters, batteries and remote monitoring at Power and Water Nigeria.
- Prepaid metering
- Metering where the customer buys credit in advance and the meter disconnects at zero balance. Meter manufacturers and vending software providers use the show to reach DisCos and estate developers.
- Pump head and flow
- The two figures that define a pump selection: head is the total lift in metres, flow is the volume per hour. Water exhibitors usually ask for both, plus fluid quality, before quoting.
- Non-revenue water
- Treated water that is lost through leaks, unbilled connections or metering error before it is paid for. Water utilities at the show look for leak detection, pressure management and customer metering kit to reduce it.
- SCADA
- Supervisory control and data acquisition - the telemetry layer that lets a control room see substations, pumps and reservoirs remotely. Water boards and grid operators evaluate SCADA alongside field instrumentation.
- EPC contractor
- Engineering, procurement and construction contractor that delivers a plant or substation turnkey. EPC teams visit to line up equipment vendors, spare parts and commissioning support for live projects.
- Captive power
- Generation built by an industrial user for its own consumption, common in Nigerian manufacturing and hospitality because of grid reliability. Captive-power buyers are a key visitor segment for gensets, ATS panels and fuel systems.
- Water treatment skid
- A packaged treatment unit - filtration, softening, reverse osmosis or dosing - mounted on a frame for quick installation. Exhibitors often show skid layouts and membrane specifications for borehole and industrial water.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Power and Water Nigeria 2027
- Power and Water Nigeria Lagos 2027
- Power 2027
- Power Lagos 2027
- Lagos NG
- Energy and Water Exhibition Lagos 2027
- Renewable energy technologies and solutions
- Water treatment and purification systems
- Energy storage solutions
- Smart grid and metering technologies
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