Africa’s rapidly evolving financial sector is poised for its next phase of transformation, driven by the rapid growth of digital payments and the need to expand access to financial services.
Against the backdrop of a projected US$1.5 trillion digital payments economy by 2030, GITEX NIGERIA is set to unveil FDX by GITEX, a new platform designed to modernise financial infrastructure, accelerate financial inclusion and connect capital, policy and digital innovation to expand economic opportunities across Africa.
The FDX by GITEX summit will take place at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, on 3 September as part of the second edition of GITEX NIGERIA, which runs across Abuja and Lagos from 31 August to 3 September 2026.
Held under the patronage of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, GITEX NIGERIA is West Africa’s largest technology, artificial intelligence and startup event. The event is supported by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), endorsed by the Lagos State Government and organised by KAOUN International, the global organiser of GITEX events.
FDX by GITEX will bring together regulators, institutional investors, enterprises and high-growth startups to explore how financial innovation can translate into tangible economic outcomes.
The platform will focus on stimulating investment, broadening financial participation, driving regulatory reform and advancing digital assets, capital markets, cross-border finance and collaboration across sectors.
H.E. Dr Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, Deputy Governor of Lagos State, said: “As the commercial and innovation engine of West Africa, Lagos is committed to building a modern, tech-driven financial ecosystem that leaves no one behind. FDX at GITEX NIGERIA represents a pivotal platform to shape forward-looking policy and accelerate bold financial innovations. By aligning future banking and finance policy with cutting-edge digital infrastructure, we can deepen financial inclusion, unlock seamless cross-border trade, and catalyse sustainable economic value. Forward-thinking financial policies shall empower the entrepreneurial ambitions of Lagosians and drive the digital transformation of Nigeria’s US$1 trillion economy ambition.”
Beyond policy and digital infrastructure, the summit will examine how institutional capital can be mobilised and channelled towards high-impact opportunities. FDX by GITEX aims to bridge the gap between public-sector ambitions and the capital, investment and partnerships required to drive sustainable economic transformation.
Ahead of his keynote address in Lagos, Dr Armstrong Ume Takang, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), Nigeria, said: “Unlocking Nigeria's US$1 trillion economic ambition requires moving beyond policy intent to the effective mobilisation of institutional capital. At MOFI, we aim to professionalise the management of government-owned assets while pursuing a long-term vision to build a ₦100 trillion portfolio that can catalyse investment, strengthen strategic sectors, and create sustainable national value. FDX at GITEX NIGERIA provides a timely platform to connect policymakers, investors, and innovators, advancing the partnerships needed to accelerate economic transformation and position Nigeria as a leading financial and investment hub.”
Shaping Africa’s financial future
FDX by GITEX will explore a broad range of issues shaping the continent’s financial future, including intelligent payments, digital assets, decentralised finance, institutional capital and financial infrastructure.
International experts will also examine the challenges and opportunities facing emerging financial markets, including trust, compliance, institutional participation, borderless payments, digital identity, financial inclusion and policy coordination.
Among the headline sessions is ‘Access to Real World Assets and the Rewiring of Capital Markets in Africa,’ which will examine how Africa can connect its underlying assets and growing pools of capital with investable markets to broaden participation and unlock new value.
Another key session, ‘Trust by Design: Navigating the Security Paradoxes Holding Back Digital Assets and CBDCs,’ will explore how institutions can balance security, innovation and public confidence as digital assets move closer to implementation.
Confirmed international speakers include Jean Kambuni, Deputy Director, Capital Markets, Nairobi International Financial Centre (NIFC), Kenya; Erwin Anet N'guetta, Chief Digital Officer for Operational Excellence, Digital Transformation, and Innovation, National Bank of Investment, Côte d'Ivoire; and Henry Amadiegwu, Chief Information Officer at Zenith Bank UK.
Ahead of his involvement as an expert panellist, Amadiegwu stated: “As Africa advances towards a more inclusive digital financial future, the intelligent use of AI, automation, modern infrastructure, and technological integration will be critical to building agile, secure, resilient, and compliant-by-design ecosystems. This is why FDX at GITEX NIGERIA is so significant. It brings global stakeholders together to accelerate Africa’s transition from legacy platforms to modern, globally aligned standards, combining innovation with trust, security, resilience, and regulatory compliance. Ultimately, the goal is not technology for technology’s sake, but ensuring that next-generation finance creates sustainable value and delivers greater access and opportunity to people and businesses across Africa.”
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