Smart Stewards Targets SME Funding, Wealth Inequality at Summit

On 19th September 2026, Smart Stewards, a financial education organisation, will host its 11th Annual Summit, ELEVATE 2026, in Maryland, Lagos. The event will gather more than 3,000 entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals to discuss the challenges faced by Nigeria's middle class due to inflation, business closures, and widening wealth inequality. Organisers claim that economic uncertainty is compelling Nigerians to reconsider their approach to earning, investing, and preserving wealth.

ELEVATE 2026 aims to shift the focus from short-term income to building long-term assets, businesses, and financial systems capable of generating value. The programme will offer practical guidance on earning, saving, investing, and creating sustainable wealth in a volatile economy. Sola Adesakin, Founder and Lead Coach of Smart Stewards, emphasized that the summit is about access as much as information. Adesakin believes that wealth is built through capacity, connection, and access to the right opportunities and capital.

Adesakin stated that ELEVATE is a platform where founders, investors, and everyday builders can come together shoulder to shoulder. At this event, a wealth dynasty will transition from a mere idea to a well-defined plan. In the face of economic instability, Adesakin assured that ELEVATE 2026 will not only provide valuable insights but also create an environment where attendees can build a solid foundation for their financial future.