IEEE to Drive Nigeria’s Digital Economy, Research, and Innovation at NIGERCON 2026

Nigeria is set to take a major leap in Africa’s digital transformation journey as the IEEE Nigeria International Conference on Digital Transformation, NIGERCON 2026, arrives in Lagos. Scheduled for November 5-6, 2026, at the University of Lagos, Akoka, the event will dive deep into the fusion of cutting-edge technologies and digital innovation across vital sectors. From connectivity and communications, including 5G and 6G, to telecommunication systems and the Internet of Things, the conference will also tackle artificial intelligence, data science, machine learning, and cybersecurity. This gathering brings together researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and global tech experts to explore how emerging technologies can fuel inclusive economic growth, boost public sector efficiency, and sharpen industrial competitiveness across Nigeria and the broader African landscape. As Nigeria’s digital economy steadily contributes more to national GDP, NIGERCON 2026 is poised to be a strategic bridge between government, academia, and the private sector. It aligns with national priorities focused on digital public infrastructure, innovation-driven growth, and tech-enabled services in healthcare, education, finance, and smart infrastructure.