The 6th edition of the Art of Technology Lagos (AOT Lagos 6.0) is set to welcome an impressive lineup of speakers, including Lagos State’s own Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, who will lead the first plenary session on the AI revolution.
Introduction to Art of Technology Lagos 6.0
The event will open with addresses from the Chief Host, Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, and Honourable Commissioner of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Olatubosun Alake, setting the stage for discussions on AI’s impact on Africa’s future.
Key Themes and Conference Talks
Plenary sessions will explore critical topics:
- **The AI Revolution: Transforming Lagos into Africa’s Digital Powerhouse**: Led by Deputy Governor Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, this session will feature insights from industry leaders like Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, Co-founder of Accelerate Africa; Dr. Obadare Adewale, CVO of Digital Encode; and Dr. Vincent O. Olatunji, National Commissioner of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission.
- **Beyond the Hype: Preparing Africa’s Infrastructure & Workforce for the Rise of AI**: Led by Olugbolahan Olusanya of TeKnowledge, contributions from experts such as Femi Osinubi from PwC and Sade Dada from Meta will be central.
- **Balancing Data, Privacy, and Ethics in Nigeria’s Digital Hustle**: A critical discussion on navigating privacy and ethical issues in AI, featuring Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji of Rise Networks and Dr. Bayo Adekanmbi from Data Science Nigeria.
Closing Remarks and Participation
In addition to plenary sessions, attendees can participate in targeted breakout sessions on AI’s impact on the workforce and using AI for social good, led by experts like Bright Okere from Transsion Holdings and Deborah Ojengbede from AFEN Blockchain Network.
The Art of Technology Lagos 6.0 conference promises to be a landmark event in exploring the future of AI in Africa. It will offer a platform for sharing insights and ideas that can propel Lagos into being the digital hub of the continent.
