5,000 participants set for Kwara Tech Fest



MoiPayWayTechnologies Limited is set to host the Kwara Tech Fest 2026 in Offa, Kwara State, with about 5,000 participants expected at the two-day event.The festival, scheduled to hold from October 20 to 21, 2026, is aimed at connecting technology entrepreneurs, developers, investors, institutions, sponsors, exhibitors and emerging talents, while positioning Kwara State as an emerging technology hub.The Chief Executive Officer of the company, Damilola Parkinson, said the event would provide opportunities for innovation, investment and collaboration within the state’s growing digital economy.In a statement shared withSociety Plus, Parkinson said the festival would bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners.He said, “The event is expected to bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners for two days of innovation, investment discussions, product exhibitions and practical collaboration.”Related NewsInvestors eye Nigeria as digital infrastructure demand risesAI4Africa targets two million Africans for AI trainingApple, OpenAI clash in court over secret device projectAccording to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. The festival, scheduled to hold from October 20 to 21, 2026, is aimed at connecting technology entrepreneurs, developers, investors, institutions, sponsors, exhibitors and emerging talents, while positioning Kwara State as an emerging technology hub.The Chief Executive Officer of the company, Damilola Parkinson, said the event would provide opportunities for innovation, investment and collaboration within the state’s growing digital economy.In a statement shared withSociety Plus, Parkinson said the festival would bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners.He said, “The event is expected to bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners for two days of innovation, investment discussions, product exhibitions and practical collaboration.”Related NewsInvestors eye Nigeria as digital infrastructure demand risesAI4Africa targets two million Africans for AI trainingApple, OpenAI clash in court over secret device projectAccording to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. The Chief Executive Officer of the company, Damilola Parkinson, said the event would provide opportunities for innovation, investment and collaboration within the state’s growing digital economy.In a statement shared withSociety Plus, Parkinson said the festival would bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners.He said, “The event is expected to bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners for two days of innovation, investment discussions, product exhibitions and practical collaboration.”Related NewsInvestors eye Nigeria as digital infrastructure demand risesAI4Africa targets two million Africans for AI trainingApple, OpenAI clash in court over secret device projectAccording to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. In a statement shared withSociety Plus, Parkinson said the festival would bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners.He said, “The event is expected to bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners for two days of innovation, investment discussions, product exhibitions and practical collaboration.”Related NewsInvestors eye Nigeria as digital infrastructure demand risesAI4Africa targets two million Africans for AI trainingApple, OpenAI clash in court over secret device projectAccording to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. He said, “The event is expected to bring together technology leaders, startup founders, investors, developers, students, corporate organisations, government institutions, universities and international partners for two days of innovation, investment discussions, product exhibitions and practical collaboration.”Related NewsInvestors eye Nigeria as digital infrastructure demand risesAI4Africa targets two million Africans for AI trainingApple, OpenAI clash in court over secret device projectAccording to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. According to him, the event would create opportunities for local talents to connect directly with organisations seeking new markets, investment opportunities, skilled professionals, institutional partnerships and emerging technology solutions.The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. The organisers said the festival would feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, startup pitches, product demonstrations, exhibitions, technical workshops, career opportunities, investor engagements, policy sessions and networking activities.They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. They added that discussions would focus on emerging technologies and sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, blockchain, agritech, digital infrastructure, creative technology, smart city development, financial inclusion, education, public safety and the broader digital economy.Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders. Expected at the event are the Kwara State Commissioner for Youth Development, Shehu Usman; and the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Lawal Olohungbebe, among other government officials and stakeholders.