GITEX Nigeria Shines a Global Spotlight on West Africa’s Digital Future with Support from Government, International Tech Leaders
Exhibitors report robust investor interest and heightened international visibility as inaugural event attracts participants from 78 countries
The launch of GITEX Nigeria has positioned Nigeria as a key player in West Africa’s digital transformation, drawing global attention and fostering immediate business prospects. The event, held from September 1-4 across Abuja and Lagos, attracted international exhibitors and investors eager to explore Nigeria’s burgeoning tech market.
Under the patronage of President H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, GITEX Nigeria was organized by KAOUN International, the global producer of GITEX events, with support from Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, the Lagos State Government, and NITDA. The event aimed to showcase Nigeria’s digital potential and facilitate international collaboration.
Olatunbosun Alake, Lagos State’s Commissioner for Innovation, Science & Technology, emphasized the event’s immediate impact: “In just three days, GITEX Nigeria has demonstrated its significance—from startups gaining exposure to global investors, to international organizations recognizing Nigeria’s growth opportunities. This annual event will drive long-term digitalization initiatives and showcase Nigeria’s strengths to the world.”
International participants praised the high-caliber engagement with decision-makers and Nigeria’s strategic market position. Abdelaziz Saidu, Cisco Nigeria & Ghana’s Country Lead, remarked: “GITEX Nigeria exceeded expectations — the crowd was impressive, both in size and quality, with key figures like the Lagos State Governor and Minister engaging with our AI and cybersecurity solutions. We’ve already generated promising leads and connected with organizations like the African Union. The event’s reputation truly attracted the right audience globally and locally, making this inaugural edition impactful.”
The event featured two major platforms: the GITEX Nigeria Tech Expo & Future Economy Conference at Eko Hotel and the GITEX Nigeria Startup Festival at Landmark Centre. These venues facilitated networking among Nigerian startups, investors, and corporate leaders, emphasizing Nigeria’s growing digital ecosystem.
As West Africa’s premier tech and startup showcase, GITEX Nigeria also hosted Nigeria’s most diverse international investor program, promoting cross-border collaborations among startups, corporates, and government stakeholders.
Support came from leading global technology companies and organizations, including AWS, IFC, IBM, Meta, UNDP, Kaspersky, Space42, Microsoft, and NVIDIA.