29th of July, 2025 |
Balmoral Convention Centre, V.I

The Fintech Ecosystem united under one roof

Nigeria Fintech Forum: The country's premier event uniting key fintech stakeholders, including innovators, regulators, investors, and industry leaders, working to advance financial technology in Africa's largest economy.

Drive your business growth at the leading gathering of Nigeria's fintech players

Nigeria Fintech Forum has become the gathering point for over 1,700 professionals and 450 companies, blending diverse expertise from payments, fintech, banking, e-commerce and retail industries.

As a hub of innovation, we harness the power of diverse ideas and solutions, creating a melting pot where the latest trends and forward-thinking strategies take shape.

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- Insights

2025 Key Content Tracks

Payments & Remittances

This track will explore the evolving landscape of domestic and cross-border payments in Nigeria, highlighting innovations in real-time transfers, mobile money, diaspora remittances, and the role of fintechs in driving financial inclusion.

Regulation

This track will examine the regulatory ecosystem shaping Nigeria’s fintech sector, focusing on policy reforms, sandbox frameworks, oversight by the CBN and SEC, and the balance between innovation and consumer protection.

Crypto & DeFi

This track will unpack the state of cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi) in Nigeria, covering peer-to-peer trading, blockchain adoption, regulatory responses, and the opportunities and risks within the DeFi ecosystem.

Lending & Credit

This track will analyze the digital lending space in Nigeria, including credit scoring innovations, BNPL models, micro-lending, regulatory compliance, and the challenges of responsible lending and recovery.

AI, Fraud & Security

This track will investigate the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing fraud detection, cybersecurity, and risk mitigation in Nigeria’s fintech sector, while addressing the ethical and regulatory dimensions of AI use.

Embedded Finance

This track will explore how embedded finance is transforming user experiences by integrating financial services within non-financial platforms, including trends in APIs, partnerships, and financial product distribution.

Wealth, Investment & Asset Management

This track will highlight digital solutions for savings, wealth management, and investing in Nigeria, including robo-advisors, crypto investments, and strategies for democratizing access to financial markets.

Agent Banking

This track will delve into the critical role of agent networks in expanding financial services to underserved populations in Nigeria, examining operational models, technology enablement, and regulatory support.

Customer Experience

This track will focus on how fintechs in Nigeria are leveraging UX/UI design, data personalization, and omnichannel strategies to enhance customer engagement, retention, and satisfaction across financial products.

- Why attend

No better place to be

1,700+ fintech, payments, banks, merchants, e-commerce and retail players get together for a day of jam-packed conversations, exchanges and networking about what's now & next across our industry.

Explore New Frontiers

Gain insights from leading FinTech pioneers who are pushing industry boundaries. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange diverse perspectives, and collaborate toward groundbreaking innovations.

Forge New Ventures

Network with industry leaders from 450 companies and connect with forward-thinking individuals and brands. Build lasting relationships that will advance your FinTech mission.

Fast-track Deals

Leverage the vibrant atmosphere to present your products and services to over 1,700 key professionals, accelerating your path to impactful deals and collaborations.

- Who attends

Whatever your portfolio is, there is something for everyone at Nigeria Fintech Forum

The industry leader

  • Drive strong partnership to thrive in an era of market consolidation
  • Explore emerging business models to exploit new opportunities
  • Future gaze to remain one step ahead
Industry Leader

The product director

  • Understand consumer trends to scale product lines
  • Remain compliant whilst balancing the need to innovate
  • Integrate emerging technologies
Product Director

The compliance director

  • Stay abreast of regulatory changes to inform future strategies
  • Identify future threats to safeguard your customers
  • Understand how policy will shape the fintech ecosystem and your business
Compliance Director

The marketing and sales director

  • Build your marketing and sales pipeline
  • Enhance your company's brand by positioning amongst the best
  • Deliver your brand announcements and launch new solutions
Marketing Director
What to Expect in 2025

Get ready for a bigger, bolder NFF experience! Here’s what’s in store:

Build your profile

Enhance your visibility, grow your network, and position yourself as a thought leader in the fintech space.

Market leading breakout sessions

Dive into focused, expert-led sessions covering the most relevant trends, technologies, and policies shaping the future of finance in Nigeria.

Network in meeting areas

Connect with industry leaders, partners, and peers in thoughtfully designed networking lounges and meeting zones.

Amplify your brand through our studio

Step into the spotlight with on-site interviews, brand features, and media content creation at the NFF Studio.

NFF After Party

Unwind and celebrate with the community at our exclusive after party — good vibes, music, and high-level networking guaranteed.

Grab a bite of your choice

Enjoy a variety of delicious meals and snacks from curated food vendors across the venue.

Charging stations

Stay powered up throughout the day with multiple fast-charging stations available at key locations.

Larger Expo

Experience an expanded exhibition floor showcasing cutting-edge fintech products, services, and demos from top players and emerging innovators.

- Who attends

Who participates at our events?

- Speakers

Who speaks at Nigeria Fintech Forum?

Oladipo Alabede

Regional Managing Director- West Africa,

Network International

Dr Ayotunde Coker

CEO,

Open Access Data Centres

Patrick Irebo

Vice President, Core Banking, Self Service Channels & Merchants Services,

Qore

Omoruyi Edoigiawerie

Lead Partner,

Edoigiawerie and Company LP

Olutoyosi Egunjobi

Global Head of Compliance,

Encryptus

Wole Ayodele

CEO,

Fincra

- Testimonial

What they had to say

"We are always excited to be parts of events like this as it provides us with an opportunity to promote partnership amongst stakeholders and equally showcase our solutions."

Akeem Lawal

MD,

Interswitch Purepay

2025 Sponsors and Partners

Gold Sponsor
Associate Sponsors
Exhibitors
- Highlights

Highlights from previous editions of NFF

NFF 2024 Recap

You've got the brand, we've got the platform

Partner with us to make your mark across Nigeria's Fintech Ecosystem

Amplify.

Your brand awareness across multiple touchpoints

Engage.

Your prospects with unrivaled thought leadership

Connect.

Generate relevant and qualified leads

Exhibit.

Your innovative solutions/services to thousands of attendees

Speak to our team

If you are interested in learning more about our available sponsorship, speaking, exhibitions and other partnership opportunities, please speak to our team.

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