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Web 3.0, Blockchain & DeFi : impact on Africa's Digital Economy
2ND COHORT OF THE FORESIGHT SEEDS FUND ACCELERATOR PROGRAM FOR ‘PURPOSE DRIVEN FEMALE STARTUP FOUNDERS APPLICATION IS OPEN’.
DATE: MONDAY, 10th OCTOBER, 2022
TIME: 08:30 AM
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Concept Note
In recent times, there has been a whole lot of hype relating to new technology concepts —NFTs, DeFI, Blockchain, and Web 3.0— being explored across the world including Africa. However, are we making the most of the opportunities that will arise from these concepts? Our 3rd edition of Nigeria Digital Economy Summit (NDES) aims to simplify all the hullabaloo with the assistance of a knowledgeable panel of leading industry practitioners and stakeholders.
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His Excellency, Prof. Oluyemi Oluleke OSINBAJO, SAN, GCON, the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is an avid supporter and champion of technological advancement, innovation and the green economy in Nigeria. Prof., as he is fondly called, firmly believes in the role Nigeria has to play in leading the continent of Africa, and has consistently lent his open support to various tech-inclined initiatives. His Excellency continues to support opportunities for attracting foreign investments in Nigeria’s technology space.
His Excellency, Prof. Yemi OSINBAJO,
SAN, GCON
Special Guest of Honour & Keynote Speaker
Rt. Hon. ’Femi Hakeem Gbajabiamila is the Speaker of the 9th Assembly of the House of Representatives, Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. An experienced lawyer who has practiced internationally, he chose to return to Nigeria in the late 90’s to apply his knowledge and expertise from the legal profession in contributing to the development of his home country, Nigeria. Learn More
RT. Hon. ’Femi Hakeem Gbajabiamila
SPECIAL GUEST: MR. SPEAKER, 9TH ASSEMBLY OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A Digital Economy Advocate, passionate about Africa and a long-time proponent of its digital transformation. Former SSA to the Nigerian President on Technology (for 5 years), with international, private sector experience spanning over 17 years.
Founder & CEO of The Foresight Group, a collaboration of three uniquely distinct private limited companies that have come together to form an alliance to support Africa’s digital transformation. A group of independent companies with interwoven expertise namely, –Foresight Innovation Consulting, Foresight Knowledge Hub, and Foresight Seeds Fund– our venture capital.
‘Lanré OSIBONA
Founder & CEO The Foresight Group, Digital Economy Advocate & CONVENER, NDES
Elo Umeh
Founder & CEO, Terragon Group
Odunayo Eweniyi
Co-founder & Chief Operations Officer, PiggyVest
Babak Ahmadzadeh
Director Plug and Play Abu Dhabi and Middle East
Yomi Adedeji
Founder and Co-CEO of Softcom and Eyowo
About NDES
The Nigeria Digital Economy Summit (NDES) is a privately funded, public-private partnership forum to support Nigeria’s digital transformation into a leading digital economy.
The forum will collaborate with both Federal and State Governments to develop the different levers —Entrepreneurship, Skills, Finance, Infrastructure and Platforms— that are critical to the development of a robust digital economy.
Nigeria will leverage the innovation and creativity of its youthful population. This is a key asset for the Knowledge Economy that harnesses unprecedented opportunities brought about by the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
It is expedient that we develop Nigeria’s digital economy as it creates opportunities for learning new skills, extending market reach, and creating new jobs that can bring about economic prosperity for millions. This is crucial to Nigeria’s GDP growth, irrespective of shortcomings in traditional infrastructure.
Why NDES?
Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa with a population of approximately 216.7 million and projected to reach 400 million by 2050 according to UNFPA (2021). This accounts for 47% of West Africa’s population and has one of the largest populations of youth and women in the world. For many years it was viewed as the most dynamic and innovative economy in the region.
However, despite relative stability, it could be argued that Nigeria has not lived up to its obvious potential with regards to the digital revolution.
At current GDP growth, subdued oil prices and increased population growth, there is a need to reimagine how the Nigerian government invests and utilises digital developments to increase relevant foreign direct investments and trade in emerging industries whilst achieving cost effective public service delivery.
Our goal is to collaborate with all stakeholders in resolving these aforementioned challenges.
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