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Smart Banking Summit - Nigeria

Nigeria
September 18, 2025
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (West Africa Time)
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The Smart Banking Summit, themed "Navigating the Next: Africa's Leap into Smart, Secure, and Inclusive Banking," is a pivotal gathering for leaders spearheading the digital evolution in banking. This event is your gateway to discussions on innovation, security, and financial inclusion that are transforming Africa's banking landscape. Attendees will have the chance to engage with key influencers, gaining insights into the technologies and strategies propelling the sector towards a smarter, more secure, and inclusive future.

Navigating the Next: Africa's Leap into Smart, Secure, and Inclusive Banking

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Topics & Themes

Here are the topics and themes to expect at the event

Technology and Innovation in Banking

Technology and Innovation in Banking

Security, Compliance and Data Management

Security, Compliance and Data Management

Emerging Banking Models and Customer Engagement

Emerging Banking Models and Customer Engagement

Digital Currency, Payments and Financial Inclusion

Digital Currency, Payments and Financial Inclusion

Target Audience

We're targeting the following professionals, industry leaders and innovators seeking valuable insights

  1. CEOs of Banking and Financial Institutions
    CEOs of Banking and Financial Institutions
  2. Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in Banking
    Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in Banking
  3. Banking Executives and Senior Managers
    Banking Executives and Senior Managers
  4. CFOs
    Chief Financial Officers
  5. CISOs
    Chief Information Security Officers
2024 Speakers

The Smart Banking Summit is more than just an event; it is a catalyst for transforming Africa's financial landscape. As the continent embraces digital innovation and financial inclusion, this summit serves as a platform to drive the future of smart banking. Join us as a speaker this September to share your expertise, forge meaningful connections, and play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of banking solutions across Africa.

CEO, Precise Financial Systems (PFS)
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
Group CISO, FirstBank
Andrew Karanja
Director, dx5
Abiola Laseinde
Pitch Session Judge
Abiola Laseinde
CEO & Convener, The CIO Club Africa
Dr Babatunde Obrimah
Pitch Session Judge
Dr Babatunde Obrimah
COO, FinTech Association of Nigeria, FintechNG
Maxwell Nzekwe
Pitch Session Judge
CEO, Cimfoni
Abednego O. Ugwueke
Pitch Session Judge
Abednego O. Ugwueke
Head, Digital Channels, First Bank of Nigeria Limited
Legal Adviser, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
Group Cybersecurity Manager, FCMB Group
Director, Banking and Financial Services, Azentio
Head, Executive Business Development Nigeria & Africa, TeKnowledge
CTO, Coronation Merchant Bank
Chief Information Security Officer, Globus Bank
Director, Meed Networks
Head, Fintech Partnerships, Parallex Bank
Chief Digital Officer - Digital Banking, Lotus Bank
Deputy CISO, GT Bank
2024 Agenda

Our previous summit brought together distinguished technology leaders and innovators from across Africa and beyond, delivering valuable insights and fostering meaningful discussions on digital transformation. The event showcased thought-provoking sessions that continue to shape the region's technology landscape.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration and Welcome Coffee
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Welcome Remarks
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Opening Keynote - Unleashing the Power of the Cloud: Transforming Banking Infrastructure in Africa
Discover how cloud technologies can revolutionize banking infrastructure across Africa, enabling agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
Dr Yele
Dr Yele Okeremi
CEO, Precise Financial Systems (PFS)
10:50 AM - 11:30 AM
Fireside Chat
The Future of Banking: How Technology Is Shaping the Industry in Nigeria
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Dr Yele
Dr Yele Okeremi
CEO, Precise Financial Systems (PFS)
panelist
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Coffee Break
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM
Keynote
Soaring Above Legacy Systems: Embracing Cloud & IaaS for Financial Services
Dr Harrison
Dr Harrison Nnaji
Group CISO, FirstBank
12:20 PM - 12:50 PM
Panel Discussion
How to Effectively Bring Digital Transformation in BFSI
This panel will explore successful strategies and actionable insights for integrating cutting-edge technologies in the financial sector. Learn from top experts how to navigate digital challenges and drive innovation in banking and finance.
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Dr Harrison
Dr Harrison Nnaji
Group CISO, FirstBank
panelist
Dr Yele
Dr Yele Okeremi
CEO, Precise Financial Systems (PFS)
panelist
12:50 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch Break
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Roundtable Discussion
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Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) the Anti-money Laundering Salvation?
Money laundering: a shadowy underworld where billions vanish into thin air. For decades, financial institutions have been locked in a relentless battle against this elusive foe. But what if the key to finally defeating this shadowy enemy lies not in human ingenuity, but in the cold, calculated logic of machines? Artificial Intelligence, with its unmatched capacity to process vast amounts of data and identify hidden patterns, is set to revolutionise the fight against money laundering. But is it truly the silver bullet we've been searching for? Or could this powerful technology be the Sword of Damocles with the potential to be exploited by the very criminals it is designed to catch? Join us in the murky depths of AMT and help us explore the promises, and perils, of AI in the war against financial crime.
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Kenneth
Kenneth Eremiokhale
Director, Banking and Financial Services, Azentio
panelist
Samuel
Samuel Modupe
Group Cybersecurity Manager, FCMB Group
panelist
Oluwatobi
Oluwatobi Olaniyan
Deputy CISO, GT Bank
panelist
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Open Banking Tech Stack: Building Blocks for Innovation
Echezona
Echezona Agubata
CTO, Coronation Merchant Bank
3:20 PM - 3:40 PM
Presentation by TeKnowledge
Adewale
Adewale Adeyemi
Head, Executive Business Development Nigeria & Africa, TeKnowledge
3:40 PM - 4:00 PM
AI & Machine Learning: A Double-Edged Cybersecurity Sword?
Ahmed
Ahmed Atere
Director, Meed Networks
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
The Transformative Impact of Big Data and AI in BFSI
Abdulwasiu
Abdulwasiu Papoola
Chief Digital Officer - Digital Banking, Lotus Bank
4:20 PM - 4:50 PM
Panel Discussion
Protecting African Banks: Navigating the Cyber Threat
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
moderator
Emmanuel
Emmanuel Edet
Legal Adviser, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
panelist
Ahmed
Ahmed Atere
Director, Meed Networks
panelist
Martin
Martin Igwe
Chief Information Security Officer, Globus Bank
panelist
4:50 PM - 5:10 PM
Presentation on Anti-Money Laundering
Kenneth
Kenneth Eremiokhale
Director, Banking and Financial Services, Azentio
5:10 PM - 5:30 PM
Closing Remarks
Harry
Harry Hare
Co-Founder and Chairman, CIO Africa by dx5
2024 Sponsors

We are honored to showcase the industry leaders whose generous support and shared vision made this groundbreaking event possible. Their commitment to innovation and excellence aligned perfectly with our mission to transform the future. Join us in celebrating last year's pioneering organizations that were not just sponsors, but true partners in driving progress and creating lasting impact. To become a sponsor in this year's summit in Nigeria please register your interest below.

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Azentio

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ManageEngine
TeKnowledge
Partners

Our partners represent leaders in various industries, including technology, academia, and business, who are committed to fostering innovation, education, and professional development.

African eDevelopment Resource Centre
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