Driving Innovation in Nigeria’s Digital Economy

Leading technology and financial services executives will converge on Lagos this month for the inaugural GrowthX by Techeconomy conference. The event, themed “Driving Digital Growth Through Innovation and Collaboration,” aims to address critical challenges facing Nigeria’s digital economy.

The conference, scheduled for Thursday, September 24, 2026, at The Civic Centre on Victoria Island, will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, a fireside chat, and an exhibition showcasing innovative solutions from across the digital ecosystem.

Key Speakers Confirmed

A diverse line-up of experts has been confirmed, including:

  • Blessing Ehize, CTO at First City Monument Bank (FCMB)
  • Dr. Ayotunde Coker, CEO of Open Access Data Centres (OADC)
  • Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, CEO of UniCloud Africa
  • Hakeem Adeniji-Adele, Deputy Managing Director at eTranzact
  • Abraham Durosanwo, VP at Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA)
  • Adeshina Adewumi, Founder & CEO of Trade Lenda
  • Roseline Ilori, Founder & CEO of Bridge57 Solutions Limited
  • Philip Aiwekhoe, CISO at NPF Microfinance Bank

These speakers represent a broad range of expertise from banking technology to data centers, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and fintech.

Panel Discussions Set to Tackle Key Issues

The conference will feature three panel discussions focused on:

  1. Data Localization: Examining the implications of recent CBN directives for Nigeria’s payment ecosystem
  2. AI Development in Africa: Exploring how to build homegrown AI solutions for unique challenges
  3. Fintech Sustainability: Navigating regulation, compliance, and scaling challenges in Nigeria’s fintech sector

“We want these conversations to be practical and useful for everyone involved in building, regulating, and using digital services in Nigeria,” said Peter Oluka, publisher of Techeconomy.

The conference will culminate in the Technology Innovation and Leadership (TiLAwards) gala night, recognizing outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s technology sector. Nominations are currently open on the TiLAwards website.