The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has announced the ancient city of Kano as the host State for its 19th International Conference, Techeconomy can report.
ConNovate 2025 International Conference
Speaking during press briefing on Thursday at NCS’ secretariat in Lagos, Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, president of the Society, announced that the 19th International Conference on Technology and Computing, themed ConNovate 2025: Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for Connected World, will take place from August 11th to 14th, 2025, at Kano, Nigeria, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily.
“As Nigeria’s premier IT event and a leading platform in Africa, ConNovate 2025 will be a hybrid event, offering both physical and virtual attendance to ensure global accessibility”, he said.
NCS is the umbrella body for all IT professionals, interest groups, and stakeholders in Nigeria, boasting approximately 20,000 members across the nation’s 36 states.
With specialised groups such as ISPON, ITAN, NiWIIT, ITSSP, AITP, NITPCS, and structural organs including the College of Fellows, Chapters, and NACOS, NCS is dedicated to fostering innovation, professional excellence, and sustainable IT development in Nigeria.
“For the past 47 years, NCS has rotated its conference venues across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
“Following the success of SmartEco 2024 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, we are thrilled to host ConNovate 2025 in Kano, a vibrant economic and cultural hub in Northern Nigeria, known for its contributions to industry and agriculture”, Dr. Aliyu said.
He said that the theme, ‘Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for Connected World,’ is strategically chosen to address the pressing need for advanced technological frameworks that prioritise intelligence, security, and sustainability.
In an era of rapid digital transformation, interconnected systems, and global challenges, ConNovate 2025 aims to foster collaboration among industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and tech enthusiasts to develop resilient, inclusive, and sustainable solutions.
Conference Focus and Sub-Themes
He said that ConNovate 2025 will provide a dynamic platform to explore innovative approaches to global challenges.
Key sub-themes include:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
- Blockchain and Cryptography
- Sustainable and Green Technologies
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Cloud Computing and Big Data Analytics
- Robotics and Automation
- Smart Cities and Digital Transformation
These topics reflect the critical role of technology in building a connected, secure, and sustainable future.
The conference will bring together diverse stakeholders to deliberate on social, economic, and technological trends, fostering interdisciplinary solutions for a digitally interconnected world.
Elaborating on the conference highlights, Professor Adebukola Onashoga, chairman, Conference Committee at NCS, said that ConNovate 2025 will feature 40+ Sessions and Workshops led by industry leaders and top researchers; 300+ Paper Submissions from global participants, showcasing cutting-edge research; 2,500+ Delegates, including professionals, students, and researchers, and 55+ Partners and Exhibitors presenting innovative technologies
Others are; Technical Sessions, Workshops, and Exhibitions to explore emerging technologies; AI and Tech Challenges with attractive prizes to inspire innovation, and Networking Opportunities to forge global partnerships and collaborations.
(Physical) Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu FNCS – the President; Dr. Charles C. Onyeukwu FNCS – the Deputy President; Prof. Adebukola Onashoga FNCS – hairman, Conference Committee; Dr. Olusoji B. Okunoye FNCS -Chairman, Innovation, Research and Development Committee; Mrs. Shulammite A. Ilebiyi FNCS – Chairman, Publicity Event sand Trades Services Committee; Mr. Segun Adekunle- Executive Secretary
(Online): Dr. Stanley Adiele Okolie – Zonal Coordinator South East; Mrs. Margaret John David- Zonal Coordinator North East; Mr. Tunde Ogunremi – Zonal Coordinator South West, and Dr. Mrs. Olukemi Sade Ayodele – President, Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT).
