NGX to host inaugural TechNovation conference

By Itohan Abara-Laserian

Lagos, Sept. 21, 2021

The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited is set to host the inaugural edition of its TechNovation Conference on Sept. 30.

This is contained in a statement issued by the NGX on Tuesday in Lagos.

According to the statement, the TechNovation Conference is a flagship event that provides a platform for local and global technology leaders to syndicate conversations around technology, partnerships and innovation that can advance technology adoption in the Nigerian capital market.

The conference, with the theme “Technology, Platforms and Markets”, will be hosted by the Chief Executive Officer, NGX, Mr Temi Popoola.

It will also feature leading industry experts across the public and private sectors including the Director General, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mr Lamido Yuguda; Dr Segun Aina, President, Africa Fintech Network; and Olugbenga Agboola, Co-Founder/CEO, Flutterwave.

Key topics to be addressed during the conference are: The Future is Digital – Digital Transformation, New Tech and Emerging Markets; The Path to Exponential Growth – New Technology, Platforms, Emerging Markets, Data & Regulation; and Beyond Tech – Partnerships, Business Models and Innovation.

The statement explained that the advancement and exponential growth of technology around the world has signaled a new wave of opportunities for forward thinking organisations.

It said NGX remained committed to leveraging technology to provide a broad range of services including but not limited to smart capital formation.

The statement said that TechNovation would serve as a platform to create opportunities for smart business leaders looking to tap into the next level of growth and competitive advantage.