# AFRIDEX 2026 defense exhibition in Nigeria > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/afridex-2026-defense-exhibition-in-nigeria > Updated: 2026-10-26T06:21:27.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2. The inaugural Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX 2026) opened on October 26 at Eko Atlantic in Lagos, Nigeria. Organized by dmg events in partnership with the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) and supported by the Nigerian Ministry of Defence, the four-day event focuses on land, maritime, air, space, and cyber capabilities. The exhibition aims to strengthen local defense industrial capacities and foster international partnerships to address emerging security threats. Leading up to the event, participants such as Italy and the Turkish company ASELSAN confirmed their attendance. Italy’s participation is highlighted by the aerospace company Leonardo, which is involved in significant defense cooperation with Nigeria, including the delivery of AW-109 Trekker B helicopters and the acquisition of M-346 aircraft. ASELSAN intends to showcase its air defense, electronic warfare, and precision-guided munitions portfolios to expand its presence in West Africa. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-26: Africa International Defence Exhibition opens in Lagos The Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX 2026) has opened in Lagos, Nigeria, gathering global defence leaders and manufacturers to discuss security, technology, and local industrial capacity. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/africa-international-defence-exhibition-opens-in-lagos ### 2026-10-23: Italy and ASELSAN to participate in AFRIDEX 2026 in Lagos Italy and ASELSAN will participate in the inaugural AFRIDEX 2026 in Lagos, highlighting expanding defense ties and aerospace cooperation between Italy, Türkiye, and Nigeria. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italy-and-aselsan-to-participate-in-afridex-2026-in-lagos --- Cite as: AFRIDEX 2026 defense exhibition in Nigeria. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/afridex-2026-defense-exhibition-in-nigeria