GITEX has become one of the biggest and most influential technology gatherings in the world, and this year, Nigeria is taking center stage. GITEX Nigeria 2025 officially started, and it is bringing together startups, investors, global tech leaders, and policymakers in Lagos for innovation and knowledge sharing.

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What Is GITEX About?

GITEX, short for Gulf Information Technology Exhibition, is a global technology platform that brings together startups, investors, governments, and industry leaders to showcase innovation and shape the future of the digital economy.

This platform is best known for its annual event in Dubai, which has run for more than 40 years and attracts some of the most important names in technology and business. The expansion into Africa through GITEX Africa and now GITEX Nigeria shows just how important the continent has become in the global conversation about digital transformation. With Nigeria’s fast-growing tech ecosystem and its reputation as home to some of Africa’s biggest startups, Lagos is a natural choice for this gathering.

GITEX Nigeria 2025 has officially started in Lagos today, September 3, bringing together startups, global tech leaders, policymakers and investors for two days of innovation and collaboration. The event is split between two venues, with the Nigeria Startup Festival holding at Landmark Centre and the Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference running at Eko Hotel Convention Centre.

At Landmark Centre, the Nigeria Startup Festival is showcasing more than one thousand startups across sectors like fintech, healthtech, agritech and artificial intelligence. Entrepreneurs are networking with investors and buyers while also competing in the Supernova Challenge, a global pitch competition backed by over 200 billion dollars in investment capital. Meanwhile, at the Eko Hotel Convention Centre, the Tech Expo and Future Economy Conference is holding. Here, established technology companies including IBM, MTN, Cisco and Space42 are unveiling solutions in areas such as cybersecurity, AI, connectivity and digital infrastructure. The conference is also hosting discussions with policymakers and business leaders about how these technologies can drive Africa’s growth and prepare the region for the future economy.

What makes GITEX Nigeria so important is the way it brings every part of the ecosystem together. Startups are given the platform to showcase bold ideas, investors have the chance to spot the next generation of unicorns, and enterprise leaders can share the technologies that will shape industries across the continent. For Nigeria, it is also a chance to position itself as a leading hub for technology and innovation in Africa.

The expansion of GITEX into Nigeria is part of a broader story. With GITEX Global in Dubai and GITEX Africa in Morocco already attracting worldwide attention, the Nigerian edition strengthens the continent’s voice in the technology space. Africa is home to some of the world’s fastest-growing startup ecosystems, and platforms like GITEX are helping to bridge the gap between local talent and global markets. This event runs until September 4, but the conversations and connections being made here will continue long after the event ends.

With more events and speaker sessions lined up, GITEX Nigeria 2025 is more than just a showcase. It is a platform for Africa to take its place in the global digital economy.
For more details, updates, and information on upcoming programs, visit the official website at https://gitexnigeria.ng