InnovateHer 2025: NIWIIT Champions Women’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

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InnovateHer 2025: NIWIIT Champions Women’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence

The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) proudly announces InnovateHer 2025, its 10th National Conference and 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled to take place from June 18–19, 2025, at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre, 177 Ahmadu Bello Way, Opp. Next Cash & Carry, Kado, Mabushi, Abuja.

With the timely and powerful theme, “Women and AI: Unlocking Resilience, Fostering Innovation, and Leadership,” this landmark event will bring together trailblazing women leaders, AI innovators, policymakers, educators, and global stakeholders to shape the future of Artificial Intelligence through a gender-inclusive lens.

A High-Impact, Future-Focused Event
InnovateHer 2025 will feature a robust two-day agenda including:

Opening Ceremony with government dignitaries and industry leaders.
Keynote Presentations by leading voices in AI, digital inclusion, and policy.
Panel Discussions exploring AI ethics, tech-driven innovation, gender leadership, and inclusive development.
Interactive Breakout Sessions with hands-on demos and real-world solutions.
Induction Ceremony to welcome new members to NIWIIT family.

Confirmed guests, speakers and panelists include representatives from global tech companies, academia, and international development organizations.

Driving Access, Skills & Youth Engagement
NIWIIT is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Oracle, granting NIWIIT members exclusive access to the Oracle MyLearn e-learning platform, enabling pre-conference upskilling and access to globally recognized certifications in AI and emerging tech.

In line with its mission to inspire the next generation of tech leaders, NIWIIT’s Robogirls Initiative will run a dynamic AI workshop and competition for secondary school girls, providing early exposure to artificial intelligence, robotics, and innovation.

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Additionally, 50 female students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria will be fully sponsored to attend the conference, receive mentorship, and be inducted as members of NIWIIT — advancing a new wave of tech-savvy, empowered young women.

Call for Entries: AI & Innovation Showcase

As part of this year’s program, NIWIIT invites innovators, developers, educators, and tech entrepreneurs to submit proposals for the AI & Innovation Showcase. This is a live, engaging platform for presenting groundbreaking yet teachable projects. Areas of interest include:
Beginner-friendly AI tools
Machine learning applications
Creative AI and generative design
Cybersecurity education tools
AI for social good and inclusion
Deadline for submission is June 9, 2025.Proposals (including demo outline and tech needs) should be sent to conference@niwiitng.org, with a copy to support@niwiitng.org.

Why Attend InnovateHer 2025?

Meet leading AI and tech experts from Nigeria and around the world.
Explore collaborative pathways for women-led innovation.
Participate in skills workshops, mentorship clinics, and networking events.
Discover real-world AI solutions with community, policy, and business impact.
Connect with stakeholders from government, private sector, development agencies, and academia.

Special Guests of Honour

Dr Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, President, Nigeria Computer Society NCS

Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, Chairman Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity

Dr Vincent Olatunji, The National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission NDPC

Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA

Keynote Speakers:

Prof Stella Chiemeke Vice Chancellor, University of Delta, Agbor, Delta State
Bukola Ajayi, General Manager Architecture and Engineering at MTN

Panelists:

Mr Rex Ayodeji Abitogun, MD Management Edge
Mrs Damilola Anwo-Ade, Managing Partner, Sprout Digital Development Limited

Adamma Isamade, Head of Legal Unit Nigeria Data Protection Commission

Achudume Nkechi Evelyn, Information Security Professional

Mrs. Iklima Musa Salihu, SA to Director General on Strategic Partnerships, NITDA

Host:

Dr Ayodele Oluwakemi Sade, President, Nigerian Women In Information Technology NIWIIT

About NIWIIT

The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) is Nigeria’s foremost network advancing the inclusion, empowerment, and professional development of women and girls in tech. With chapters across the nation and strategic global partnerships, NIWIIT champions digital equity through training, advocacy, mentorship, and leadership development.

Join us in Abuja this June as we ignite conversations, build capacity, and celebrate the power of women in AI.

For media inquiries, sponsorship opportunities, or exhibition space, please contact:Folusho O. Owoeye, Public Relations Officer, NIWIIT📧 pro@niwiitng.org

Read Also: Inspiring the Digital Generation: Mrs. Funmilola Omojola Honoured with ICT Girls Torch Holder Award

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