FATE Foundation is pleased to announce the 10th FATE Business Conference, themed “The AI Powered Business,” scheduled to take place on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Center in Lagos. This year’s conference promises to be a groundbreaking event, exploring the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in driving business growth, innovation, and sustainability.
The conference will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and a pitch competition, providing a platform for industry experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to share insights, best practices, and innovative applications of AI in business. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals, potential partners, and investors, fostering collaborations and business growth.
. “The AI Powered Business conference is a timely platform for FATE Alumni to showcase their innovative ideas and solutions,” said Toyin Bakare, FATE Alumni President. “We are confident that this event will provide valuable insights and opportunities for growth, and we look forward to seeing the impact it will have on our community.”
The conference will also feature a pitch competition, where entrepreneurs will have the chance to showcase their AI-powered business ideas and compete for grants of up to ₦1 Million. “We are excited to explore the vast potential of AI in business at this year’s conference,” said Dipo Davies, Chairman, 10th FATE Business Conference Technical Committee. “As AI continues to revolutionize industries, we believe it’s essential for entrepreneurs and business leaders to stay ahead of the curve and harness its power to drive growth, innovation, and sustainability. This conference will provide a unique opportunity for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration.”
The conference has been priced at N50,000 per attendee, to afford small and medium-sized companies the opportunity to attend physically.
The confirmed speakers are Kofo Akinkugbe, OON, Founder/Group CEO, SecureID Group; Adedeji Olowe, Founder, Lendsqr, Olatunbosun Alake – Commissioner for Innovation, Science & Technology, Lagos State Government, Matthew Wallace – Co-founder & CEO, ONOW Ascent Inc, Prof. Peter Adewale Obadare – Founder & CVO, Digital Encode Ltd, Bode Abifarin – Founder & CEO, Strata, Feyisayo Alayande – Executive Secretary/CEO, Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) and Yomi Akinyemi, Partner, Analytics & Operations, KPMG Nigeria.
Register Now: fatefoundation.org/FBC2025
The Executive Director of FATE Foundation, Adenike Adeyemi said, “The conference will enable over 1000 entrepreneurs with the knowledge, insights and tools to innovate and accelerate their business growth and open new opportunities for success. By bringing together industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators, the conference aims to foster a dynamic ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship and economic development.”
As the business landscape continues to evolve, FATE Foundation remains committed to empowering entrepreneurs and business leaders with the knowledge, skills, and networks they need to succeed. We invite you to join us at the 10th FATE Business Conference and be part of the conversation shaping the future of business in Nigeria.
