10:00 -10:05
Welcome Address
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10:10 – 10:20
Opening Keynote Address- Accelerating Nigeria’s Digital Transformation and Infrastructure for Nigeria 2030 and Beyond
Brief-This session explores how AI and emerging technologies will accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation by 2030, focusing on the development of smart infrastructure, enhanced connectivity, and decentralized systems. It highlights how these innovations will reshape industries, improve urban mobility, drive sustainable growth, and position Nigeria as a leading player in the global digital economy.
10:25 - 10:40
Signature Address- Strategic Role of Solar in Modernizing African Utility Networks and Accelerating Rural Electrification
Brief: This topic explores the strategic role of solar in modernizing African utility networks by improving grid efficiency and sustainability. It also highlights how solar energy can accelerate rural electrification, providing reliable and affordable power to underserved communities, thereby fostering economic growth and development across the continent.
10:45 – 11:10
Panel Discussion – Building the Smart Cities of Africa: Harnessing AI & IoT for Urban Innovation
Brief- This topic explores how AI and IoT are converging to create interconnected, adaptive urban ecosystems that enhance mobility, optimize resource use, and transform how African cities respond to challenges
11:10 – 11:30
Networking Break I
11:35 – 11:45
Keynote Address- Satellite Systems, Earth Observation & IoT Integration: Architecting Nigeria’s Space-Enabled Data Infrastructure
Brief: This topic explores how Direct-to-Cell IoT enables devices to connect directly to satellites, bypassing the need for traditional cell towers and fiber networks. For Africa, this means reliable connectivity in remote and underserved regions, unlocking critical applications in agriculture, energy, logistics, disaster response, and smart infrastructure. By overcoming geographic and infrastructure barriers, Direct-to-Cell IoT can drive inclusive digital growth and extend the benefits of connectivity far beyond conventional networks.
11:50 – 12:00
Keynote Address– Direct-to-Cell IoT in Africa: Unlocking Universal Connectivity Beyond Towers
Brief: This topic explores how Direct-to-Cell IoT enables devices to connect directly to satellites, bypassing the need for traditional cell towers and fiber networks. For Africa, this means reliable connectivity in remote and underserved regions, unlocking critical applications in agriculture, energy, logistics, disaster response, and smart infrastructure. By overcoming geographic and infrastructure barriers, Direct-to-Cell IoT can drive inclusive digital growth and extend the benefits of connectivity far beyond conventional networks.
12:05 – 12:35
Panel Discussion– The Future of Banking: Redefining Financial Services through AI Innovation
Brief: This topic explores how AI is reshaping Nigeria’s banking sector, driving innovation in financial services, improving customer experiences, and enhancing operational efficiency to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving digital economy.
12:40 – 13:30
Networking Lunch Break
13:35 – 14:00
Executive Dialogue- AI-Enhanced Mobility: Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Urban Transport with IoT Integration
Brief: This topic explores how AI and IoT are transforming urban mobility in Nigeria, leveraging real-time data and predictive analytics to streamline traffic, improve safety, and create seamless transport networks across cities.
14:05 – 14:35
Boardroom Dialogue- Tech Transformation: A Masterclass to enable the C-Suite to Lead Digital Transformation in Nigeria
Brief: This topic explores how CEOs and CTOs can leverage AI to unlock data-driven insights, drive innovation, and lead the charge in creating next -generation business strategies that shape the future of their organizations.
14:40 – 15:00
Networking Break II
15:05 – 15:40
Keynote Panel– From Connectivity to Cognitive Infrastructure: How Telecom & Internet Service Leaders Are Architecting West Africa’s AI-Integrated IoT Future
Brief: This session will explore how telecom networks & ISPs in West Africa are transitioning from traditional connectivity providers to intelligent digital infrastructure enablers supporting AI-integrated IoT. It will highlight the role of 5G, fiber expansion, edge computing, and spectrum strategy in driving real-time analytics, automation, and smart solutions across sectors such as energy, logistics, agriculture, and smart cities, while addressing infrastructure readiness and regulatory frameworks.
15:40 – 15:50
Closing Keynote: Fleet Intelligence & Maritime Digitization: Leveraging IoT and AI to Transform Global Logistics
Brief: This session will examine how IoT-enabled fleet management, AI-driven predictive analytics, and real-time asset visibility are transforming maritime and intermodal logistics. It will highlight how leading global operators are leveraging smart fleet technologies to enhance efficiency, optimize routes and fuel usage, and build more resilient and sustainable supply chains.
15:55 -16:00
Vote of Thanks
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