PAFON 3.0 to Foster Collaboration on Digital Payments, Cybersecurity, and AI in Nigeria
Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON), the leading industry platform for digital finance stakeholders in Nigeria, has announced the third edition of its flagship event, PAFON 3.0. Scheduled for Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos, the high-profile gathering will bring together top minds from banking, fintech, and regulatory sectors.
Under the theme of exploring emerging trends, PAFON 3.0 is set to host over 600 industry professionals and more than 20 expert speakers. The forum will serve as a vital platform for banks, fintech firms, telecom companies, and policymakers to collaborate on shaping the future of digital payments, cybersecurity, and the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in finance.
As Nigeria continues to lead Africa in digital payment innovation, this year’s focus is on establishing a sustainable framework for inclusive growth. A key session titled “Fair Digital Payments as a Catalyst for Deepening Financial Inclusion in Nigeria” will address how technology can democratize access to financial services for millions of Nigerians.
Chike Onwuegbuchi, Co-Convener of PAFON and Chairman of the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA), expressed the significance of this year’s event:
_”PAFON 3.0 is more than just a conference; it is a policy-industry dialogue designed to shape the future of our digital economy. We are bringing together regulators like the CBN, NITDA, and NCC alongside infrastructure providers to ensure that Nigeria’s payment ecosystem remains fair, accessible, and technology-driven. Our goal is to champion a consumer-first approach that empowers both MSMEs and everyday users.”
*Key Highlights of PAFON 3.0 include:**
– **Thought Leadership Panels:* Engaging discussions on AI, digital commerce, and the evolving regulatory landscape.
– **Regulator Engagement:** Direct access to agencies such as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).
– **Exhibition & Demos:** A showcase for fintechs and banks to unveil new products, from digital wallets to advanced POS solutions.
– **B2B Networking:** Opportunities for merchant aggregators, infrastructure providers, and financial institutions to forge strategic partnerships.
Powered by TechCastle Foundation and supported by Techeconomy, Nigeria’s leading digital platform for technology and business analysis, PAFON 3.0 invites industry stakeholders, tech enthusiasts, and media representatives to register via this link: https://forms.gle/QnDUy9Wc3pC1FMpZ8.