West Africa’s Biggest Innovation Event
Nigeria Innovation Summit (NIS), 2024
Building a Culture of Innovation
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October 2nd, 2024.
Shell Hall, Muson Centre, Lagos.
Time: 9am -4pm
Why you should attend NIS 2024
Connect, Network & Have fun
The best and brightest minds in the innovation ecosystem in Nigeria gather at NIS. Come meet and network with key stakeholders across reputable local and international organisations for that life-changing connection.
Insightful Presentations from Thought Leaders
NIS isn’t your regular event. Hear from great speakers & leaders and derive valuable insights to unlock your next opportunities. Experience loads of programme activities you don’t want to miss out on. Come pumped.
Business & Career Growth
Don’t miss the chance to elevate. Your next employer or business partner may be sitting right next to you at NIS. You will also engage policy-markets directly, and strike your long overdue private-public partnerships.
Coundown To NIS 2024
About NIS
NIS is an annual event that brings together stakeholders from different sectors of Nigeria’s economy, governments, investors, policymakers and players in the tech and innovation ecosystem to discuss ground-breaking ideas, trends, and opportunities to innovate solutions that solve unique challenges in Nigeria and Africa.
NIS is an initiative led by InnovationHub Africa, a leading driver and promoter of technology and innovation in Africa. We engage and collaborate with the world’s top innovation ecosystems around the world in driving innovation in Nigeria.
Over the last 12 years, we have been championing technology development in Nigeria through the Techtrends Africa blog, the African Innovation Academy amongst several other initiatives.
NIS In Numbers
Speakers
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Dr Aminu Maida
EVC/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
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Dr Aminu Maida
EVC/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC)
Dr. Aminu Maida is the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). He was appointed into office on the 11th of October 2023 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.
His appointment was subsequently confirmed by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on Thursday, November 16, 2024, in line with the provisions of the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA), 2023.
Dr. Maida is a highly accomplished technology executive with extensive experience spanning across the telecommunication and payments industries. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Maida has consistently demonstrated his expertise in leading cutting-edge innovations, managing cross-functional teams, and driving growth for businesses in competitive markets.
With a solid academic background, Dr. Maida holds a Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from Bath University, UK, a Masters in Engineering in Information Systems Engineering from Imperial College London, as well as a Post Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship from Cambridge Judge Business School. His educational credentials have played an instrumental role in shaping his ability to tackle complex technical challenges and devise robust, future-proof strategies.
Before assuming his current role as the Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the NCC, Dr. Maida held key positions in prominent organisations. He served as the Executive Director, Technology and Operations at the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement Systems PLC (NIBSS), overseeing the organization's day-to-day operations and IT infrastructure. Prior to this, he held the position of Chief Technology Officer at ARCA Payments Network, a leading Nigerian FinTech firm. His career trajectory also includes roles at British Telecoms as a Lead Consultant and at the Mobility Group, Cisco Systems UK.
Dr. Maida's technical prowess is further evidenced by the numerous patents he holds to his name in the areas of wireless communications and self-organising networks. He is an active participant in industry conferences and forums, where he shares his insights and experience with fellow professionals. He is committed to the ongoing advancement of technology in the telecommunication and payments sectors, mentoring young professionals, and contributing to research that shapes the future of these industries.
Throughout his career, he has successfully managed teams of engineers, developers, and researchers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. His expertise in strategic planning, business development, technology transformation, and project management have contributed significantly to the growth and expansion of the companies and organisations he has worked with.
As Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Dr. Aminu Maida has set out to deliver optimal value to the three categories of stakeholders of the Commission: The Consumers; the Licensees/ Industry; and the Government. His vision focuses on fostering growth in the telecoms sector as a catalyst for broader economic development, enhancing industry resilience, and prioritizing consumer satisfaction by improving service quality and experience.
The five drivers that underpin his leadership at the Commission are: the People—who he acknowledges as the biggest assets of the Commission; Collaboration; Data-driven decision-making; Compliance and Digitisation.
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Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli
President/CEO,ONE Campaign
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Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli
President/CEO,ONE Campaign
Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli is the President and CEO of the ONE Campaign. She has over 25 years of international development experience and has been deeply involved in fostering impactful solutions in the global social innovation landscape, with a focus on Africa. Ndidi started her career at McKinsey & Company’s Chicago office and returned to Nigeria in 2000 to serve as the pioneer Executive Director of the FATE Foundation.
She is the founder of LEAP Africa, a non-profit committed to developing dynamic, innovative and principled African leaders and African Food Changemakers, which provides support for African entrepreneurs to start and scale resilient and sustainable agribusinesses. She is also the co-founder of Sahel Consulting Agriculture & Nutrition Ltd. and AACE Foods Processing & Distribution Ltd.
Ndidi serves on the boards of the Rockefeller Foundation, Stanbic IBTC Group, the Young Global Leaders of the World Economic Forum, and the Bridgespan Group.
Ndidi holds an M.B.A. from the Harvard Business School and an undergraduate degree with honors from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. She was a Senior Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business & Government at the Harvard Kennedy School, a visiting Scholar at Max Bell School of Public Policy at McGill University, an Aspen Institute New Voices Fellow, and an Eisenhower Fellow.
Ndidi is a TED speaker, and has been recognized internationally for her contributions, including as a Schwab Fellow and a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and receiving a National Honor by the Nigerian Government and the Harvard Business School Distinguished Alumni Award.
She is also a published author on topics related to entrepreneurship, social innovation, and resilient agriculture businesses in Africa, including “Social Innovation in Africa: A Practical Guide for Scaling Impact,” and “Food Entrepreneurs in Africa: Scaling Resilient Agriculture Businesses,” and “Walking for God in the Marketplace.”
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Bruno Woeran
TechTransfer & Innovation, Austria
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Bruno Woeran
TechTransfer & Innovation, Austria
Bruno is currently involved as Head Research Management and Administration for the newly inaugurated LBI – Ludwig Boltzmann Research Institute for Nanovesicular Precision Medicine – NVPM located at University of Salzburg-PLUS. Previously he was Key Expert DeepTech for EGE Teknopark and project ideation for RMIT.
He held positions as Head TechTransfer & Innovation Management www.PMU.ac.at & CEO PMU-Innovations Ltd. and over the past three decades facilitated EU Affairs, Knowledge and TechTransfer and Innovation Networks for www.Merinova.fi OY AB and http://www.lut.fi, Finland; Senior Expert Controlling www.IST.ac.at, ICT at www.eutema.com and DANUBE, the University-Industry EU transfer organisation in the Vienna Region (FP3-7).
He pursues his PhD at OBS, Finland, holds a MBA University of Nebraska, Omaha (1993) and University of Economics, WU Vienna (1991).
Bruno engaged in board functions in several networks; www.NCURA.edu; www.TII.org; www.ISPIM.org; co-editor, trainer and author on knowledge transfer, expert systems, certificates, innovation and intercultural communication.
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Ifedolapo Runsewe
Managing Director, FREEE Recycle
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Ifedolapo Runsewe
Managing Director, FREEE Recycle
Mrs. Ifedolapo Runsewe, a Nigerian businesswoman and seasoned banker, has made a mark as a pioneer in the waste management and recycling industry. As the Founder and Managing Director of FREEE Recycle Limited (formerly Freetown Waste Management Limited), she embodies unwavering dedication to sustainable environmental practices and innovation in Nigeria.
Mrs. Runsewe’s educational journey includes a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Madonna University and a Master’s Degree in Public and International Affairs from the University of Lagos, enhancing her blend of business acumen and environmental expertise.
Prior to her environmental journey, she had a notable banking career, with banks such as Zenith Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank, and Access Bank. After a successful career in the banking sector, her passion for environmental conservation led Mrs. Runsewe to establish FREEE Recycle Limited.
Under her visionary leadership, the company transformed the waste management landscape in Nigeria, pioneering waste tire recycling, spearheading eco-friendly waste collection initiatives, establishing a network of waste tire suppliers, and collaborating with stakeholders to promote responsible waste management.
Beyond her professional life, Mrs. Runsewe is a devoted mother and nature enthusiast, finding solace in outdoor activities. Her remarkable journey reflects her commitment to environmental sustainability and leadership in her field.
Explore Highlights of Activities & Programmes at NIS 2024
Press Parley & Media Interviews
NIS 2024 will kick-off with a press parley, where media organisations, press partners, and reputable journalists will have a roundtable with the event conveners, partner organisations and sponsors for this year’s edition.
Key questions about the event’s objectives will be addressed, and key sponsors will be highlighted during the media parley sessions.
The Summit
The Nigeria Innovation Summit 2024 will bring stakeholders from different sectors of Nigeria’s economy to share ideas, trends, and opportunities around technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship development and explore opportunities on both national and continental levels.
Nigeria Innovation Experience Talks (NiX Talks) is one of the major hallmarks of the Summit. This series of highly intense talks will feature truly innovative minds disrupting the status quo in their various industries.
The Nigeria Innovation Award
One of the hallmarks of NIS is the Nigeria Innovation Awards, where we recognise outstanding organisations and individuals for their innovative impact and contributions in the Nigeria innovation ecosystem.
The 2024 Nigeria Innovation Awards will be graced by high-level executives, founders, government delegates, parastatals, government parastatals, and other key industry leaders, decision-makers, and stakeholders moving the needle that impacts the industry at scale.
The event promises meaningful conversations, friendship formation, deals closure, business exchange, high-value network and more.
Innovation Tours
The Innovation Tour is where selected Summit delegates will visit highly innovative organisations to deepen the conversation and relationship with those bringing true innovation and disruption into the Nigerian and African innovation ecosystem.
Key partners, supporting organisations, sponsors, startups, innovators, some delegates, alongside the NIS team will tour tech experience centers in Nigeria.
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Sponsors & Partners
Media Partners
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The Summit In Pictures
NIS Impacts
I travelled from Port Harcourt to attend the Nigeria Innovation Summit in Lagos, which proved to be a game-changer for me. Apart from the fun and connections with the high-networth individuals I had, I gained valuable insights from industry experts, which shifted my mindset from being a consumer to being a creative problem-solver. Since then, I've seen personal growth every day. I highly recommend the NIS to any young person or individual who wants to make a positive impact. I'm eagerly looking forward to attending again!
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Mercy Innocent
The NIS experience was remarkable, especially the interactive session with Microsoft African Development Centre engineers and developers during the Innovation Tour. The digitalisation of almost everything from sign-in to sign-out at the PWC Experience Centre makes the whole event a memorable one. I have learned a lot and I meet with different people within and outside the country. It is honour to be part of this innovative and educative Summit. Kudos to the founder and the organising team.
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Shafiu Umar Abubakar
NIS has been one of the summits where invention is seen and not just seen but heard, positively changing its environment to what it should be and for me exposure has been my great impact from all my attendance in the summit. My advice for you all is be expectant for the best, and be open to networking. You are definitely going to meet great men and women of value.
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Blessing Ekemini Effiong
Attending the NIS last year was an enlightening experience that introduced me to the transformative world of cryptocurrency/blockchain technology. The summit highlighted how innovation is revolutionizing different sectors, and emphasizing the crucial role these advancements play in helping SMEs thrive in a dynamic ecosystem. I eagerly await future editions.
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Samuel Kolapo
My experience at NIS 2023 is still a memorable one. I must admit it was an eye-opener for me to step up my game from playing local and small gigs to international and big gigs in my career, business, and relationships with people. For this year's attendees, my advice for you is to come prepared to learn. Most importantly, be confident enough to network with as many people as you can because you never can tell who the big fish your hook might be lucky to catch is.
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Afoke L. Chidiebere Nwosu
My experience with NIS has been transformative, opening up unparalleled opportunities, networks, and collaborations that have significantly accelerated my professional growth and creative capabilities. Working with the NIS team has sharpened my expertise and passion for innovation, leading to the launch of my pet project, RIM (Research-Innovate-Motivate), which aims to spotlight talent and drive impactful research initiatives.
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Reginald Osuji
Get Direction to the Event Hall
Shell Hall, Muson Centre, Lagos Island, Lagos.
Programme and Sponsorship Info
Call: +234-805-140-3056, +234-816-634-9134
Email: [email protected]
Attendance is free.
However, only registered delegates gain access. Register now!
Programme and Sponsorship Info
Call: +234-805-140-3056,+234-816-634-9134
Email: [email protected]
Muson Centre is nested within the Lagos Island, Lagos.
Kindly explore “View Larger Map” on the map to get there.
Programme and Sponsorship Info
Call: +234-805-140-3056, +234-816-634-9134
Email: [email protected]