Tech Summit Ogun is the largest convergence of Tech- disruptors, innovators, startups, organizations, and technology enthusiasts in Ogun State; targeted at creating an awakening, spurring Technological Innovation, and availing attendees’ partnership and investment opportunities with the overall goal of collaboration towards the Digital Transformation and Technological Advancement of Ogun State.
After 6 years of inception, Tech Summit Ogun hosted #The5th physical summit in the heart of the city of Abeokuta in a 2-day event tagged “Disruptive Innovation: Digital Technology for Shaping the Future”.
The summit which was held at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta was opened by the Executive Governor of Ogun state, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun who was represented by the Special Adviser on ICT, Dayo Abiodun.
He assured the attendees that Digital Technology will be leveraged to propel its diverse developmental initiatives. This involves establishing a conduit for identifying, nurturing, and empowering young technological talents, all aimed at positioning Ogun state on the international stage as a hub of unparalleled innovations and technological progress.
The brain behind the Tech Summit Ogun movement, Mr Olaniyi Ayoola, welcomed the attendees and emphasized the drive behind the summit, and how the goal is to ensure that Ogun State takes the lead in the Digital and technology talents’ hunt as we deliver global standards while following global best practices.
The 2-day summit hosted Emmanuel Nwalor Jnr., the HRBP Hub Coordinator, Interswitch, and Hammed Arowosegbe, the Chapter President – Nigeria, The VR AR Association as keynote speakers on Day 1 and 2 respectively. They gave insights and left the drive for hunger and excellence in the attendees’ hearts.
After six (6) panel sessions featuring, two (2) fireside chats, two (2) lightning talks, and one (1) masterclass, the Tech Summit Ogun drew to a close with an experience to last a lifetime. These sessions touched on several areas including Neobanking, Blockchain, DeFi, & Web3, Cloud Security, Government and Policy, Art, Culture, & Tech, Investing in Africa, as well as Talent & Workforce of the Future.
After the summit, the speakers and volunteers got the opportunity to experience the beauty of the ancient city of Abeokuta.
