The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is set to host the 11th edition of the ICTEL expo.
According to the LCCI, this year’s edition, themed “Leveraging Technology for Innovation and Development in Africa,” will be held from July 29 to 30, 2025, in Lagos.
Described as a hybrid showcase for the digital economy, ICTEL 2025 promises live product demos, expert panel discussions, startup pitch sessions, and curated networking opportunities aimed at delivering real-world impact.
“Against the backdrop of rapid technological shifts—AI, cybersecurity, fintech, green-tech—this year’s Expo delivers live demos, expert panels, startup pitches, and networking sessions to drive real-world impact and growth,” the LCCI said.
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Building on the success of the demo‑driven format, LCCI said the ICTEL 2025 aims to exhibit cutting‑edge hardware and digital solutions, from telecoms to AI-powered tools, highlight emerging threats (e.g., malware, phishing, ransomware) alongside proactive, transformative opportunities, and fuel entrepreneurship and sector‑specific innovation.
Other objectives include showcasing generative AI applications across industries, and connecting key stakeholders—business owners, policymakers, technologists—towards collaborative growth.
Key benefits for attendees include product exposure and brand positioning, lead generation and investor access, media and publicity reach, and industry networking.
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“Event highlights include 2,000+ attendees over 2 days, including 50+ VIPs and investors, 20 thematic sessions guided by thought-leaders, 100+ exhibitors across technology verticals, and Pitch competition for startups, judged by eminent panels,” the chamber said.
‘ICTEL OFFERS TIMELY FORUM FOR SHOWCASING SOLUTIONS FOR DIGITAL PROGRESS’
The LCCI said influential voices will steer discussions on digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation, such as Bosun Tijani, minister of communication and digital economy; Shaibu Salisu, chairman of the senate committee on ICT & cybersecurity; and Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, director-general of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
Other speakers are Tola Odeyemi, postmaster general of the federation/chief executive officer (CEO); Abisoye Coker-Odusote, director-general of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC); Sacha Wunsch-Vincent, department for economics and data analytics of the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO); and Mohamad Darwish, CEO of IHS Nigeria.
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Also expected at the event are Aminu Maida, executive vice-chairman of Nigerian Communications Commission; Victor Odumuyiwa, director of NITHUB, UNILAG; Tubosun Alake, commissioner of science and technology, Lagos state; Ayotunde Coker, country manager of OADC; Akinbode Roberts, M.D. Dataleum; Wole Abu, MD/CEO MainOne Equinix; Ada Nduka Oyom, Shecode Africa; Laurel Onumonu, lead of Cloud Computing, Cybercloud; Olatomiwa Williams, country director of Microsoft Nigeria; Oge Nnaife, ED/Acting CEO (Innovation Support Network); Esohe Igbinoba, founder of Venture Builder.
Other listed speakers are Lawan Mohammed, head of computer emergency readiness and response team (CERRT) unit at NITDA; Saad Abubakar, Office of the National Security Adviser; Obadare, MD – Digital Encode; Obiora Awogu, chief information security officer of MTN Nigeria; Sydney Soso, VMWare; Modupe Ladipo, founder of Prospera Consulting (Efina); Seun Adetu, GCEO of Algorithm Media Nigeria Limited; Seun Folorunso, Ag. COO, FINTECH Nigeria; Ireayo Oladunjoye, MD/CEO of Endeavor Nigeria; Adeniyi Akanni, director of Information & Communication Technology, HOD (Computer Science, Cyber Security & Software Engineering) Caleb University; and Stanley Jacobs, president of FintechNGR.
LCCI said ICTEL offers a timely forum for showcasing solutions that ensure secure, sustainable, and inclusive digital progress.
Interested attendees can visit ictelexpo.com.ng or register via this link.
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