Nigeria Fintech Forum 2026 Set for July 30 in Lagos

The Nigeria Fintech Forum 2026, organized by Eventh, is set to take place on July 30, 2026, at the Civic Centre in Lagos. The event will gather approximately 1,700 stakeholders from the financial services ecosystem, including regulatory bodies, bank executives, fintech founders, and investors.

The forum's theme, "Finance Regulation: New Operational Realities," addresses the increasing regulatory oversight and compliance obligations facing fintech companies. Discussions will cover various topics, including the acquisition of microfinance bank licenses, the evolution of digital asset regulation, and the demand for stronger financial infrastructure.

A roundtable session will feature compliance leaders, fintech executives, and policy experts examining issues related to licensing, supervision, and risk management in the digital asset space. Jamiu Ijaodola, the Chief Executive Officer of Eventh, stated that Nigeria's fintech industry is entering a mature phase, necessitating deeper conversations about the future of financial services in Nigeria and Africa.

Confirmed sponsors include Monica Open Access Data Centre, Equinix, and Belema Fintech.