The inaugural edition of the Nigerian Fintech Festival, the biggest fintech festival in Nigeria, sponsored by First Bank, West Africa premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider is set to take place in Lagos on September 26, 2024.
The Nigerian Fintech Festival 2024 will host over 1000 industry stakeholders within the fintech and financial service sector, with the aim to foster collaboration and partnership required to deepen digital payments and unlock value to drive sustainable growth for the business ecosystem in Nigeria.
The event, scheduled to take place at the Oriental Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, on Thursday, September 26, 2024, will feature an afterparty and top speakers, including Damilare Odueso, Co-Founder Crendly; Mayowa Owolabi, Co-Founder PaddyCover; Lanre Adelanwa, Co-Founder/CEO of Optimus AI Labs; and Adaobi Igwe-Okerekeocha, Chief Innovations Officer at Interswitch Limited, among others.
The event will provide a platform for industry players and key stakeholders to discuss topical issues and industry trends with the goal of facilitating the growth of digital payments in the country.
This year’s edition, themed “The Convergence to Co-Create & Celebrate Nigeria’s Truly Digital Economy,” highlights the festival’s dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration in Nigeria’s digital landscape.
According to Callistus Obetta, Group Executive, Technology, Digital Innovation & Services “FirstBank’s partnership with the Nigerian Fintech Festival not only aligns with its commitment to driving innovation but also fosters collaboration between the Bank and Fintechs towards growth of the Nigerian financial services sector.
As an enabler and leader in the banking space, First bank is dedicated to promoting initiatives that foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, thought leadership that have potential to drive the future of finance and the country’s digital economy for the benefit of customers and businesses. This is testament to our 130-year legacy of enabling individuals, businesses, and communities to unlock their full potential.”
The Nigeria Fintech Festival, which is free for all attendees, has been designed to equip participants with the skills and insights needed to innovate and advance Nigeria’s digital economy.
Attendees can look forward to insightful panel sessions, keynote presentations, and fireside chats. Furthermore, attendees will have the opportunity to connect and network with fintech experts and key stakeholders.
Speaking on why the event was launched, Ikechukwu Ugwu, Founder/MD, Total Scope Marketing Solutions & Convener of the Nigerian Fintech Festival, said, “The Nigeria Fintech Festival is a platform that drives innovation and fosters collaboration within the financial service ecosystem. By bringing together thought leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders, the festival addresses the challenges and opportunities within Africa’s rapidly evolving fintech landscape. Its goal is to stimulate meaningful discussions and drive sustainable growth within Nigeria and across the continent’s digital payments ecosystem”.
He further said, “We are excited to create a platform that not only highlights Nigeria’s role as a leader in the fintech space but also paves the way for future advancements in the fintech industry.”
The Nigeria Fintech Festival has forged strategic partnerships with top organizations like First Bank, MTN, Gunness, Optimus AI Labs, and Cybervergent, Crendly and other players, providing attendees with unparalleled access to a seamlessly immersive event experience.
The event will wrap up with an exhilarating after party featuring live performances by The Octaves Band, Mario Sings, and DJ Sammie. This after party will offer attendees a chance to relax, network, and enjoy an evening of top-notch music and entertainment, bringing a thrilling close to a day of insightful discussions and industry networking.
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Eerste Bank, een van de grootste financiële instellingen in Nigeria, heeft onlangs aangekondigd dat ze het eerste Nigeriaanse Fintech Festival zullen sponsoren. Het evenement zal plaatsvinden in Lagos, de commerciële hoofdstad van het land, en zal gericht zijn op het bevorderen van innovatie en groei in de financiële technologie sector.
Het Nigeriaanse Fintech Festival zal een platform bieden voor start-ups, investeerders, beleidsmakers en andere belanghebbenden om ideeën uit te wisselen, samen te werken en nieuwe zakelijke kansen te verkennen. Het evenement zal ook workshops, paneldiscussies en presentaties bevatten over onderwerpen als blockchain-technologie, digitale betalingen, regelgeving en compliance, en de toekomst van bankieren.
Door het festival te sponsoren, toont Eerste Bank haar betrokkenheid bij het ondersteunen van innovatie en ondernemerschap in Nigeria. De bank erkent het potentieel van fintech om de financiële inclusie te vergroten, de efficiëntie van financiële diensten te verbeteren en nieuwe economische kansen te creëren.
Als een van de oudste en meest gerespecteerde banken in Nigeria, heeft Eerste Bank een lange geschiedenis van het ondersteunen van de groei van de financiële sector in het land. Door het sponsoren van het eerste Nigeriaanse Fintech Festival, toont de bank haar voortdurende toewijding aan het stimuleren van innovatie en het bevorderen van de ontwikkeling van de fintech-industrie in Nigeria.
Het eerste Nigeriaanse Fintech Festival belooft een spannend en informatief evenement te worden dat de toekomst van de financiële technologie in Nigeria zal vormgeven. Met de steun van Eerste Bank en andere belangrijke spelers in de industrie, is dit festival een belangrijke mijlpaal voor de groei en ontwikkeling van fintech in het land.
