Lagos, Nigeria — The 6th edition of the Art of Technology Lagos (AOT Lagos 6.0) is set to
welcome an impressive lineup of speakers, including Lagos State’s own Deputy Governor, Dr.
Obafemi Hamzat, who will lead the first plenary session on the AI revolution. Joining him will be
a distinguished panel of thought leaders, visionaries, and tech experts, each bringing unique
perspectives on how artificial intelligence can transform Lagos into Africa’s foremost digital hub.
The event will open with addresses from the Chief Host, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu,
and Honourable Commissioner of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Olatubosun Alake,
setting the stage for a day of insightful discussions on AI’s impact on Africa’s future. Kashifu
Inuwa Abdullahi, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development
Agency (NITDA), will deliver the Guest of Honour Address.
Plenary sessions will explore critical topics, including:
- The AI Revolution: Transforming Lagos into Africa’s Digital Powerhouse: Led by
Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, this session will feature insights from industry
heavyweights like Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Co-founder of Accelerate Africa; Dr. Obadare
Adewale, CVO of Digital Encode; and Dr. Vincent O. Olatunji, National Commissioner of
the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, moderated by Seyi Akindeinde, Founder of Hyperspace
Beyond the Hype: Preparing Africa’s Infrastructure & Workforce for the Rise of AI:
Olugbolahan Olusanya of TeKnowledge will lead this session with contributions from
experts like Femi Osinubi from PwC and Sade Dada from Meta.
- Balancing Data, Privacy, and Ethics in Nigeria’s Digital Hustle: A critical discussion
on navigating privacy and ethical issues in AI, featuring Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji of Rise
Networks and Dr. Bayo Adekanmbi from Data Science Nigeria, among others.
In addition to plenary sessions, attendees can participate in targeted breakout sessions on AI’s
impact on the workforce, the “AI hype,” and using AI for social good. These sessions will be led
by prominent professionals like Bright Okere from Transsion Holdings, Deborah Ojengbede from
AFEN Blockchain Network, and Dr. Olusola Ayoola from Robotics and Artificial Intelligence
Nigeria.
“We are bringing together some of the brightest minds in technology and policy to engage in
meaningful discussions on the future of AI in Lagos and beyond,” said Honourable
Commissioner Olatubosun Alake. “This lineup of speakers truly represents the depth of
expertise that is shaping Africa’s digital future.”
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from these leaders, visionaries, and innovators as they
discuss the next chapter in Lagos’ journey to becoming Africa’s digital capital. Join us on
Thursday December 5, 2024, at Landmark Event Centre, Lagos
For more details and to register, visit www.aotlagos.com
