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Africa CISO Summit - Nigeria

Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos
April 24, 2025
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (West Africa Time)

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As Africa's digital landscape continues to expand, so do the challenges and opportunities in cybersecurity. The Africa CISO Summit in Nigeria is a unique gathering that convenes over 200 of the continent's foremost cybersecurity leaders, decision-makers, and innovators. This April, we'll host an exclusive summit designed to address the pressing challenges faced by the region while highlighting the opportunities presented by emerging technologies and investment trends.

Securing Nigeria’s Cloud-Powered Future

Integrating Cybersecurity for Digital Resilience

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Topics & Themes

Our agenda is meticulously curated to cover a range of pertinent topics, such as cutting-edge developments in cloud technology, emerging Cybersecurity threats and defenses, strategies for digital transformation and innovation, and navigating the complex landscape of tech regulations and compliance. These discussions are more than just conversations; they are the catalysts for change and progress in the tech sphere.

Cybersecurity Awareness and Skills Development

Cybersecurity Awareness and Skills Development

AI/ML in Cybersecurity

AI/ML in Cybersecurity

Regulatory Compliance and Data Privacy

Regulatory Compliance and Data Privacy

Advanced Cloud Technologies

Advanced Cloud Technologies

Target Audience

This summit will bring together the crème de la crème of the tech world, including CISOs, CIOs, senior IT executives, policymakers, and industry experts.

  1. CISOs and CIOs
    CISOs and CIOs
  2. Senior IT Executives
    Senior IT Executives
  3. Tech Industry Policymakers
    Tech Industry Policymakers
  4. Cybersecurity Experts
    Cybersecurity Experts
  5. Cloud Technology Innovators
    Cloud Technology Innovators
Speakers

The Africa CISO Summit is more than an event; it is a movement to safeguard the African continent's rapidly growing digital ecosystem. You can join us as speaker this coming April to share insights, connect, and help shape the future of cybersecurity in Africa.

Group CISO, FirstBank Nigeria
Andrew Karanja
Director, CIO Africa by dx5
Regional Manager for Africa, Paygilant
Tunde Dada
Group Head IT/BCM, inq. digital
Chief Information Security Officer, NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
Group Executive Director, Marketing and Sales, Tranter IT
Business Head - DevOps and SRE, Bankai Infotech
Head, Information Technology, Industrial and Medical Gases Nigeria Plc
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), MoMo by MTN
Chief Information Security Officer, Globus Bank
Funmilola Odumuboni
Partner - Risk Advisory, Deloitte
Oluwakayode Adigun
Group CEO, Tech-Partners Inc. Ltd.
Chief Information Security Officer & Data Protection Officer, Coronation Merchant Bank
CEO, Infolab Technology Services
Sanusi Sultan
Sanusi Sultan
Cybersecurity Sales Specialist - East Africa, West Africa, ESA, IOI, Angola and Mozambique, Cisco
Group Cybersecurity Manager, FCMB Group
Head, Information Services and Technology, NSIA Insurance Limited
Head Information Security, PiggyVest
Director, Meed Networks
Director – Information Communcation Technology (ICT), National Pension Commission (PenCom)
Founder & AI Strategist, AfricX Group
Cloud Security Architect, Moniepoint Group
Head of Technology Law, Privacy & Data Protection & AI Governance, Oguntoye & Oguntoye Legal Practitioners
Agenda
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
Welcome Address
Andrew
Andrew Karanja
Director, CIO Africa by dx5
10:05 AM - 10:30 AM
The Trust Layer: How Devsecops Is Securing Africa’s Digital Transformation
As Africa accelerates its digital transformation across sectors, the need to embed trust into every layer of enterprise architecture is more urgent than ever. In this session, we explore how DevSecOps is becoming the foundation of this "Trust Layer" enabling secure-by-design development, continuous compliance, and operational resilience. We’ll examine how security leaders across industries can leverage DevSecOps to meet rising regulatory demands and scale innovation without compromising security.
Dharmang
Dharmang Makwana
Business Head - DevOps and SRE, Bankai Infotech
10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
Panel Discussion
Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Posture in the Age of Cloud Transformation
What are the strategic considerations necessary for building a resilient cybersecurity posture in an era defined by cloud transformation? What are the critical challenges associated with vendor risk management in cloud security, as organisations increasingly rely on third-party cloud service providers for essential services?
Dr Idris
Dr Idris Sogunle
CEO, Infolab Technology Services
moderator
Michael
Michael Popoola
Director – Information Communcation Technology (ICT), National Pension Commission (PenCom)
panelist
Michael
Michael Afolabi
Cloud Security Architect, Moniepoint Group
panelist
Sanusi
Sanusi Sultan
Cybersecurity Sales Specialist - East Africa, West Africa, ESA, IOI, Angola and Mozambique, Cisco
panelist
Steve
Steve Uma
Head, Information Services and Technology, NSIA Insurance Limited
panelist
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM
Networking Coffee Break
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Data Privacy and Regulatory Compliance the Nigerian Way
A comprehensive overview of the legal and regulatory landscape governing data privacy in Nigeria, with a particular focus on its implications for cloud computing is critical. Data localisation, the complexities of cross-border data transfer, and mandatory breach notification procedures will offer CISOs practical guidance on how to ensure compliance.
Ridwan
Ridwan Badmus
Head of Technology Law, Privacy & Data Protection & AI Governance, Oguntoye & Oguntoye Legal Practitioners
12:00 PM - 12:40 PM
Panel Discussion
The Future of Cloud Security in Africa: Trends and Predictions
Explore emerging trends shaping the future of cloud security. What are the predictions on the trajectory of cloud adoption across Africa? How can organisations securely adopt cloud? What is the potential of cloud adoption for local cloud service providers, especially driven by growing concerns around data sovereignty and the preference for payment in dollars?
Delight
Delight Hamilton
Head Information Security, PiggyVest
moderator
Philip
Philip Aiwekhoe
Chief Information Security Officer, NPF Microfinance Bank Plc
panelist
Tunde
Tunde Dada
Group Head IT/BCM, inq. digital
panelist
Nurudeen
Nurudeen Popoola
Head, Information Technology, Industrial and Medical Gases Nigeria Plc
panelist
Samuel
Samuel Modupe
Group Cybersecurity Manager, FCMB Group
panelist
12:40 PM - 2:00 PM
Networking Lunch Break
2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
Panel Discussion
Next Gen Talent: Bridging the Cybersecurity Skills Gap
Do the various initiatives aimed at developing local cybersecurity talent work? Is promoting comprehensive cybersecurity education programmes effective? What about reskilling, skilling and upskilling to retain professionals without brain drain? Then there is the crucial role of partnerships between the government and the private sector in collaboratively tackling this critical skills shortage.
Andrew
Andrew Karanja
Director, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Oluwakayode
Oluwakayode Adigun
Group CEO, Tech-Partners Inc. Ltd.
panelist
Funmilola
Funmilola Odumuboni
Partner - Risk Advisory, Deloitte
panelist
Ebenezer
Ebenezer Imoh
Founder & AI Strategist, AfricX Group
panelist
Melanie
Melanie Ayoola
Group Executive Director, Marketing and Sales, Tranter IT
panelist
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
AI & ML: The Future of Enhanced Cybersecurity
There are significant opportunities and inherent challenges associated with the successful implementation of AI-powered security solutions. For one thing, acknowledging the dual-edged nature of AI as it is increasingly being utilised by cybercriminals to enhance their attacks.
Sara
Sara Pinheiro
Regional Manager for Africa, Paygilant
3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
Fireside Chat
Securing the Digital Transformation Journey: A CISO’s Perspective
A case study of firsthand experiences and valuable insights on effectively managing cybersecurity risks during ongoing digital transformation initiatives, with a particular emphasis on cloud migration projects. How can one align security strategies with overarching business objectives while inspiring a solid security-aware culture throughout the organisation across all levels?
Ahmed
Ahmed Atere
Director, Meed Networks
moderator
Dr Harrison
Dr Harrison Nnaji
Group CISO, FirstBank Nigeria
3:40 PM - 4:20 PM
Panel Discussion
Collaboration: The Key to Public/Private Partnerships for Cybersecurity Advancement
Building strong collaborations is the key to advancing cybersecurity across Nigeria. Not only are there benefits to effective threat intelligence sharing, the joint development of comprehensive national cybersecurity strategies, and coordinated efforts to combat cybercrime blend into a foolproof nationwide strategy.
Andrew
Andrew Karanja
Director, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Obiora
Obiora Awogu
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), MoMo by MTN
panelist
Martin
Martin Igwe
Chief Information Security Officer, Globus Bank
panelist
Feyijimi
Feyijimi Adewole
Chief Information Security Officer & Data Protection Officer, Coronation Merchant Bank
panelist
4:20 PM - 4:30 PM
Key Takeaways & Future Directions
This closing session will summarize the key insights and crucial discussions that transpired throughout the day. The speaker will provide a forward-looking perspective on the future trajectory of cloud computing and cybersecurity in Africa, highlighting emerging trends and critical priorities that CISOs in the region must address.
Andrew
Andrew Karanja
Director, CIO Africa by dx5
sponsors

Sponsoring the Africa CISO Summit is an investment in the future of technology in Africa. This is a unique platform where your brand can gain exceptional visibility and engagement with a niche, influential audience. By aligning with this summit, your organization will be seen as a key player in driving technological advancement and cybersecurity awareness, opening doors to new business opportunities and partnerships in one of the world’s most rapidly developing markets.

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