Leading Nigerian financial institution Zenith Bank Plc., is set to host the 5th edition of its flagship tech‑event, the Tech Fair 2025: “Future Forward 5.0 , tagged “Tech for Success: Innovate‑Adapt‑Accelerate.”
The gathering will take place at Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, from 9:00 a.m.
In tandem with the date‑announcement, Zenith Bank has unveiled a stellar roster of speakers and panelists who will be driving the conversations on digitisation, innovation, fintech and the future of business in Africa.
Speakers & Panelists
The event will bring together visionary speakers, backed by hundreds of pre‑qualified investors and 100 + innovators showcasing technology use‑cases and solutions.
Among the stand‑out participants are:
Keynote Speakers:
- Sitoyo Lopokoiyit MBS, CEO, MPESA
- Jonas Kjellberg, Co-Creator, Skype
- Shivagami Gugan, chief technologist for Middle East, Turkey and Africa, AWS
Panelists:
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Founding Partner, Future Africa | Gary Fowler, CEO & Founder, GSD Venture Studios | Adora Nwodo & Executive Director, NexaScale | Dr. Stanley Jacob FCIB, MIoD, MIoD, President, Fintech Association of Nigeria (FintechNGR).
Quoting the bank’s founder, Dr. Jim Ovia, the event frames Nigeria’s economy as transitioning into a “smart economy” powered by youth‑led innovation and digital business.
Dr. Adaora Umeoji, Zenith Bank’s Group MD/CEO of Zenith Bank PLC, emphasised that the theme: “Innovate‑Adapt‑Accelerate”, reflects the urgency for organisations to integrate tomorrow’s technology into today’s strategic planning.
What Attendees Can Expect
- Key‑note presentations from industry leaders and technology pioneers.
- Fireside discussions and interactive panel sessions on fintech, banking transformation, AI and borderless business expansion.
- Masterclasses targeted at start‑ups seeking investment and scale‑up support.
- An exhibition floor showcasing cutting‑edge solutions and innovation‑led firms.
- Networking opportunities with senior executives, investors and innovators.
Why This Matters
As Nigeria and Africa more broadly pivot to digital‑first business models, this event comes at a pivotal moment.
With fintech disruption, AI adoption and globalisation of business, Future Forward 5.0 positions Zenith Bank as a convener of critical dialogue and ecosystem building.
For entrepreneurs, corporates and investors, it offers a platform to connect, learn and accelerate.
Participation
Registration to attend Zenith Tech Fair 2025 is open on the bank’s portal here and attendance is expected to hit full capacity given the calibre of participants and content.
