Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA)
Alumni Day Conference ’26
Theme
Driving Nigeria’s Economic Transformation Through Leadership, Capital & AI-Driven Innovation
Host class OMP 40
Nigeria stands at a defining moment
As businesses navigate evolving markets, technological disruption, capital constraints and shifting global dynamics, the need for visionary leadership, strategic investment and innovation has never been greater.
Organised by the Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA), Alumni Day Conference 2026 brings together business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, academics and the LBS alumni community to examine the opportunities and challenges shaping Nigeria’s economic future.
Through keynote presentations, high-level panels and expert insight, you will leave with practical perspectives on building resilient businesses, attracting investment and putting artificial intelligence to work, plus the connections to act on them.
Three conversations, one agenda
The conference examines critical issues and opportunities across these focus areas.
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Leadership and economic transformation
The role of visionary leadership, institutional effectiveness and sound governance in driving national development.
Leadership fireside chat, moderated by Prof. Franca Ovadje
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Capital mobilisation and investment
Unlocking domestic and international capital, strengthening investment confidence and financing sustainable growth.
Capital session, moderated by Funmi Unuajefe
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Artificial intelligence and digital innovation
Harnessing AI, digital transformation and emerging technologies to improve competitiveness and productivity.
AI session, moderated by Oluwaseun Oluboyo
Why attend Alumni Day Conference 2026
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Leadership and strategic insight
Hear from influential leaders on the decisions, policies and strategies required to drive Nigeria’s transformation.
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Capital and investment
Explore financing models, investment priorities and strategies for mobilising capital for growth.
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AI-driven innovation
See how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping industries, lifting productivity and opening new markets.
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Networking and collaboration
Connect with alumni, executives, entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers in one room.
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Practical business perspectives
Take home actionable insight for strategy, investment decisions and organisational growth.
Who should attend
Designed for the LBS community and the wider business ecosystem shaping Nigeria’s economy.
Speakers and facilitators
Business leaders, policymakers, academics and practitioners with hands-on experience in leadership, investment, economic development and technology.
Keynote speaker
Mr. Chris Oshiafi
Chairman, Pan African Capital Ltd
Hosts and conveners
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Prof. Olayinka David-West
Dean and Professor of Information Systems, Lagos Business School
Host
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Babajide Benson
Consummate Media and Communications Professional
Convener
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J. Valentine Okelu
MD/CEO, Neimeth Pharmaceuticals Plc
President, LBSAA
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Michael Ekeagbara
Founder and Group CEO, Microware Solutions Limited
Host Class President
Moderators
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Prof. Franca Ovadje
Founder/ED, Danne Institute for Research
Moderator, Leadership Fireside Chat
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Funmi Unuajefe
Media Trainer, Multimedia Journalist and Communication Strategist
Moderator, Capital Session
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Oluwaseun Oluboyo
CTA, ipNX Nigeria Limited
Moderator, AI Session
Panelists
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Dr Odiri Oginni
CEO, United Capital Asset Management
Panelist
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Dr Rafiq Raji
Africa Economist
Panelist
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Prof. Bongo Adi
Professor of Economics, Lagos Business School
Panelist
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Ayodele Olowookere
MD, Imperial Homes Mortgage Bank
Panelist
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Chinyere Inya
Consummate Media and Communications Professional
Panelist
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Dr Pius Onobhayedo
Visiting Research Scholar, University of Southern California, USA
Panelist
11,000+ LBS alumni in the network
Put your brand in front of the people shaping Nigeria’s economy
Showcase your products, services and solutions to business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and professionals across the Lagos Business School community and beyond.
Sponsorship and partnership packages offer brand visibility, strategic engagement and access to the LBS business community.
As an exhibitor you can
- Showcase your products and services to a targeted business audience
- Build relationships with potential clients, partners and investors
- Increase brand visibility and strengthen corporate positioning
- Generate leads and explore strategic partnerships
- Engage directly with decision-makers across industries
Sponsors
Thank you to the organisations making Alumni Day Conference 2026 possible.
Microware Solutions
Lily
Sylken
Transcorp
NETS
Neimeth
Cedrus
CarrotTop Drugs
Capitalfield
Branca Water
Alpha Brooks
Lagos Business School
Lyte Shipping Limited
Dimalor Resources
Walure
Lipton
United Capital
Sanlam Allianz
NBC
Highmarksplus Real Estate
DavoDani Microfinance Bank
Cardify
BOMFit
Adept Lessor Ltd
Ready to be part of Nigeria’s economic transformation?
Join business leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs and the LBS alumni community for the conversations shaping the future of leadership, capital and innovation in Nigeria.
Thursday, 12 November 2026, 8:00 AM Lagos Business School, Ajah, Lagos
Registration and general enquiries
Lagos Business School Alumni Association (LBSAA). Host class: OMP 40.