10:00 -10:05
Welcome Address
Vertex Next
Speakers
Ina Alogwu
Chief Digital & Innovation Officer | T2 Mobile
Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere
President | Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria
Darshana Deka
Conference Producer, Vertex Next
Biodun Ogunleye
Honorable Commissioner Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
10:10 – 10:20
Opening Keynote Address- The Quantum Leap: Leveraging Digitalization to Redefine Nigeria’s Energy Future
Brief: This topic examines how digitalization is reshaping Nigeria’s energy sector, using technologies like AI, IoT, and smart grids to improve efficiency, enable real-time monitoring, and integrate renewable energy. It will explore how these innovations can overcome energy challenges, enhance sustainability, and support Nigeria’s transition to a more resilient and future-ready energy system.
Speakers
Ina Alogwu
Chief Digital & Innovation Officer | T2 Mobile
Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere
President | Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria
Dr. Kola Adesina
MFR, FNSE,D.Sc. | Chairman, Ikeja Electric Plc | Group MD - Sahara Group
Biodun Ogunleye
Honorable Commissioner Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
10:25 - 10:35
Keynote Address- Financing Nigeria’s Energy Future: The Role of Capital Markets in Power & Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Development
Brief: This keynote will examine how capital markets can accelerate investment into Nigeria’s energy sector by unlocking new financing pathways. It will focus on strengthening investor confidence, enabling innovative funding structures, and supporting the development of sustainable and future-ready energy infrastructure.
Speakers
Ina Alogwu
Chief Digital & Innovation Officer | T2 Mobile
Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere
President | Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria
Dr. Emomotimi John Agama
Director- General | Securities & Exchange Commission Nigeria
Biodun Ogunleye
Honorable Commissioner Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
10:40 - 11:05
Fireside Chat- Digital Oilfields 4.0: Harnessing AI, IoT & Edge Computing for Operational Intelligence
Brief- Africa’s upstream sector is embracing the era of smart oilfields. This session explores how AI-driven analytics, IoT-enabled sensors, and edge computing are transforming drilling, asset monitoring, and predictive maintenance—boosting efficiency and reducing downtime.
Speakers
kechukwu Ajumuka
Senior Enterprise Architect & Technology Consultant | Nigeria LNG Limited
Engr. Chichi Emenike
Acting Managing Director & Gas Asset Manager | Neconde Energy Limited
Dr. Abiodun Ogunjobi
FNAPE, FICA, Group CTO, Newcross Exploration & Production Limited
Moderator
Rosemond Phil-Othihiwa
Corporate Commercial & Startup Attorney
Biodun Ogunleye
Honorable Commissioner Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
11:05 – 11:25
Networking Break I
11:30 – 11:55
Executive Panel: Energy Sovereignty in Africa: Strengthening Security, Local Capacity, and Long-Term Resilience
Brief: This spotlight panel examines how Africa can strengthen energy sovereignty by enhancing local capacity, securing supply chains, and investing in resilient infrastructure. It highlights policy, renewable integration, and regional collaboration strategies needed to build self-sustaining, secure, and future-ready energy systems across the continent.
Speakers
Ayo Ademilua
President, REAN
Engr. Chijioke Okwuokenye
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc
Mary Kariuki
Marketing Director for Digital Infrastructure, ADCA
Musaddiq Mustapha Adamu
Personal Assistant to the President, Subnational Infrastructure
Moderator
Rosemond Phil-Othihiwa
Corporate Commercial & Startup Attorney
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
12:00 – 12:15
Keynote Address: Unlocking Growth in Nigeria’s Electricity Industry: Addressing Legacy Debt, Liquidity Constraints, and Market Sustainability
Brief: This keynote will explore the structural and financial challenges facing Nigeria’s electricity sector, including legacy debt and liquidity constraints. It will highlight practical reforms and market-driven solutions to improve financial sustainability, restore investor confidence, and enable long-term sector growth.
Speakers
Johnson Akinnawo
Ag. Managing Director/CEO | Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc.
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
12:20 – 12:35
Spotlight Address: Powering Africa’s Digital Future: Delivering Reliable, Scalable Energy for Data Centres.
Brief- This session will explore how Africa can strengthen energy sovereignty by securing supply, building local capacity, and reducing external dependencies. It will highlight policy frameworks, infrastructure development, and investment strategies needed to enhance energy security, support domestic value creation, and build resilient energy systems capable of sustaining long-term economic growth and stability.
Speakers
Ebenezer Olusesi
Executive Vice President, Genesis Energy Holdings
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
12:40 – 13:30
Networking Lunch Break
13:35 – 14:00
Investor’s Roundtable- Financing the Future: Innovative Models for C&I Energy Investment in Nigeria
Brief: This session explores how Nigeria’s C&I sector is embracing alternative energy solutions, but high upfront costs hinder investment. Innovative financing models like power purchase agreements (PPAs), green bonds, and blended finance are helping overcome these barriers. These models attract investors and enable businesses to invest in sustainable energy, ensuring energy security, reducing costs, and fostering economic growth.
Speakers
Abiodun Aina
Principal Investment Officer, International Finance Corporation
Uchenna Mkparu
Chief Investment Officer | United Capital Infrastructure Fund
Derek Chime
Chief Investment Officer | ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment Ltd
Imoh Uma
Head- Energy, Stanbic IBTC
Moderator
Adesuwa Imasekha
Adesuwa Imasekha, Group Chief Executive, Taicorp
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
14:05 – 14:35
Panel Discussion- Technology-Driven Solar Energy Solutions to power SMEs and Accelerating Africa’s Energy Transition
Brief: This topic explores how subscription-based solar-plus-storage models are enabling small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in energy-constrained regions to access reliable, on-demand power. It highlights how these solutions reduce dependence on diesel generators, lower operational costs, and support faster adoption of renewables, driving both business growth and Africa’s broader energy transition.
Speakers
Ngozi Beckley-Lines
Country Manager- Sierra Leone | SEforALL
Dr Joy Ogaji
MD | Association of Power Generation Companies
Dr. Ovenseri Lucky Omoruyi
Energy Sales Manager, Itel
Jude Abalaka
MD, Tranos
Godreigns Amedari
Acting Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President | Arnergy
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
Moderator
Derek Chime
Chief Investment Officer, ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment Ltd.
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
14:40 – 15:00
Networking Break II
15:05 – 15:30
Keynote Closing Panel – Strengthening Africa’s Power Grid and Expanding Electricity Generation for a Reliable Energy Future
Brief- This keynote panel examines two critical pillars of Africa’s energy transformation: reinforcing national power grids and scaling electricity generation capacity. The discussion will address transmission and distribution upgrades, grid stability, system reliability, and loss reduction, alongside strategies to expand generation through gas, hydro, solar, and other diversified energy sources. By focusing on infrastructure expansion and dependable power production, the session highlights practical pathways to delivering consistent, large-scale electricity supply to support industrial growth and economic development across the continent.
Speakers
Engr. Abdullahi Kassim
Executive Director – Generation | Niger Delta Power Holding Company
Christopher Ezeafulukwe
Managing Director& CEO / Transcorp Energy Limited
Mathias Nuhu
Head- Energy Accounting & Management | Yola Electricity Distribution Company
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
Moderator
Adesuwa Imasekha
Group Chief Executive, Taicorp
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
15:35 – 15:50
Closing Keynote –Towards a Digitally Empowered, Sustainable African Energy Future
Brief- This topic explores the future of Africa’s energy landscape, focusing on the role of digital technologies in driving sustainability. It highlights how innovations like smart grids, renewable energy integration, and data-driven solutions can empower communities, enhance energy efficiency, and pave the way for a more resilient low-carbon energy future across the continent.
Speaker
Daniel Ekhaifo
Audit Manager | NLNG
Mokhtar Bounour
CEO | Egbin Power Plc
15:55 - 16:00
Vote of Thanks
Vertex Next
Speakers
Ina Alogwu
Chief Digital & Innovation Officer | T2 Mobile
Tony Izuagbe Emoekpere
President | Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria
Darshana Deka
Conference Producer, Vertex Next
Biodun Ogunleye
Honorable Commissioner Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources