Lagos State Showcases Tech Startups at GITEX Nigeria 2026
The Lagos State Government showcased its technology ecosystem and emerging startups at GITEX Nigeria 2026, held at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, coordinated by the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (MIST) under Commissioner Olatunbosun Alake, aimed to strengthen partnerships and promote Lagos as Africa's innovation capital.
The two-day program included a technology exhibition, the Future Economy Conference, and a Startup Festival, attracting government officials, technology entrepreneurs, and investors. Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi Hamzat described Lagos as a “consequential city” and emphasized the need for investment in infrastructure and talent.
Ganiyu Oseni, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Innovation, Technology and Broadband Development, highlighted the importance of developing home-grown solutions in digital finance and urged investors to establish operational bases in Lagos. Over two dozen startups, including Sidebrief, DawnAI, and RollaPay, participated in the exhibition, showcasing innovations across various sectors.
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