CareerFest 2026 is set to bring a fresh wave of opportunity and excitement to Port Harcourt as the Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (PHCCIMA) partners with Fasthire Services and the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), Rivers State Chapter, to host one of the city’s most anticipated career-focused events of the year.
Scheduled for February 27 and 28, 2026, the two-day event is designed as a hybrid experience, combining virtual engagement with a major physical gathering in Port Harcourt.
CareerFest 2026 is being positioned as a career and networking experience that blends learning, opportunity, and real-time interaction with industry leaders and employers.
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The first day of the event will feature virtual sessions, allowing participants to engage in career talks, industry discussions, and professional development conversations from anywhere.
The second day will see thousands of attendees converge physically in Port Harcourt for live panels, networking sessions, mentorship opportunities, and direct engagement with recruiters and organisations actively seeking talent.
Organisers have disclosed that the event aims to unlock over 1,000 job and career opportunities, cutting across multiple sectors. With Port Harcourt home to a large population of young people, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking growth, CareerFest 2026 is expected to serve as a bridge between talent and opportunity in the city.
The event will also focus on career clarity and skill development. Attendees can expect sessions centered on workplace readiness, career transitions, leadership development, and navigating today’s competitive job market.
