The Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited has concluded plans to bring together leading industry experts to discuss digital transformation in Nigeria’s capital market at its inaugural TechNovation Conference on Sept. 30.
The Chief Executive Officer, NGX, Mr Temi Popoola disclosed this in a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Lagos.
The conference is entitled: “Technology, Platforms and Markets”.
According to Popoola, the conference will enable local and global technology leaders to syndicate conversations around technology, partnerships and innovation that can advance technology adoption in the Nigerian capital market.
Popoola said that it would feature leading industry experts across the public and private sectors.
He said that the Director-General, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mr Lamido Yuguda was expected to deliver a goodwill message, while Mr Olugbenga Agboola, Co-Founder/CEO, Flutterwave, would deliver the keynote address.
He said that interested participants could register online at www.ngxgroup.com/ngx-tech-con.
“The advancement and exponential growth of technology around the world has signaled a new wave of opportunities for forward thinking organisations.
“At NGX, we are committed to leveraging technology to provide a broad range of services including but not limited to smart capital formation.
“We see TechNovation as a platform for sharing ideas that can create opportunities for smart business leaders looking to tap into the next level of growth and competitive advantage.
“The conference will also prioritise opportunities to create value through thought leadership and ecosystem involvement,” he said
According to the NGX boss, the President, Africa Fintech Network, Dr Segun Aina will speak on the topic, “The Future is Here”.
He added that the second session will focus on the topic, “Beyond Tech – Partnerships, Business Models, Innovation, Data and Regulation”.
Participants at the event can also look forward to a showcase of NGX’s technology investments over the years, and get answers to critical questions as it concern technology and the capital market, he added. (NAN)
•PHOTO: Mr Temi Popoola
