Experts in finance and allied matters are ready to undertake a new digital journey as Finance and Business Online Publishers (FiBOP) holds a capacity building workshop under the theme ‘Digital Innovation: Deepening Infrastructure for Efficient Financial Ecosystem.”
The 3-day event, slated for October 18-20 2024 at the Orchids Hotel, Lekki, Lagos State, will feature knowledgeable speakers and panelists who will delve into the latest trends and innovations in digital technology and their application in the financial ecosystem.
The chairperson of the conference planning committee, Ms Vera Osokpo, said in a statement that the event promises to be they type that brings together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to brainstorm on the critical issue of deepening infrastructure for digital innovation.
She said one of the key issues for discussion at the workshop is the recent innovative moves by the capital market community aimed at encouraging greater market participation by attracting and boosting the interest of the next generation of investors, known as the ‘Gen- Zs’, to the capital market through the application of innovative technologies.
“The event aims to promote greater financial inclusion, shed light on how digital innovation aids efficiency in the financial ecosystem, and build the capacity of FiBOP members in the ever-evolving financial and business environment.
“The workshop also provides a platform for policymakers and economy experts to discuss the significance of infrastructure to digital innovation in their organisations’ management and operations and the economy in general,” she said.
She explained that through the workshop, FiBOP seeks to contribute meaningfully to the development of Nigeria’s digital economy and financial ecosystem, ensuring that the country is well-positioned to take advantage of the opportunities presented by digital innovation.
“The event promises to be a rich and engaging experience, with opportunities for networking, learning, and collaboration.
“It is a must-attend for stakeholders interested in the future of Nigeria’s digital economy and financial ecosystem,” Osokpo added.
FiBOP, a registered body of online publishers, is dedicated to promoting informed and balanced reporting of economic events and activities.
Its members comprise seasoned and highly experienced journalists and media practitioners with credible credentials from diverse digital media platforms in Nigeria and Africa.
