The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) has mentioned it is going to deal with synthetic intelligence, digital currencies, and new operational frameworks at its 18th Annual Banking and Finance Convention in Abuja.
Pius Olanrewaju, President and Chairman of Council, CIBN who disclosed this in Lagos, mentioned the flagship occasion, scheduled for September ninth to tenth in Abuja, anticipated to draw over 10,000 contributors globally, would discover the intersection of banking, coverage, and know-how below the theme “The New Financial Playbook: The Intersection of Banking, Coverage and Know-how.”
“According to our core mandate to persistently construct the capability of banking and finance professionals, the Institute is ready to host the 18th annual Banking and Finance convention, reputed to be the most important gathering of banking and finance professionals in Africa.
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“The earlier version was probably the most trending occasion globally that day, and with the assist we’ve got from regulators, supervisors, and companions, this yr guarantees to be one other grand event,” Olanrewaju mentioned.
He added that the theme of this yr’s convention is each well timed and thought-provoking.
“The flagship occasion, which is hosted yearly serves as a platform for all stakeholders within the banking and finance ecosystem, which incorporates coverage makers, regulators, monetary operators, teachers, shoppers, and different curiosity teams to be told and likewise to deliberate on vital developments inside the sector and likewise the broader financial system as a complete.”
Additionally talking, Mariam Olusanya, Chair of the Consultative Committee and Group Managing Director of Warranty Belief Holding Firm PLC, mentioned the convention would handle the realities of digital currencies, AI-driven programs, embedded finance, and the necessity for brand new operational fashions amid geopolitical and financial shifts.
She mentioned: “I’m honored to welcome you in the present day as we unveil plans for the 18th Annual Banking and Finance Convention with the theme, The New Financial Playbook: The Intersection of Banking, Coverage and Know-how, which captures the shifts within the monetary providers trade, now and sooner or later.
“The financial assumptions of the previous proceed to be challenged, so due to this fact there’s a want for us to repeatedly create new operational frameworks.”
“We’ll convene probably the most revered voices in finance, know-how, and coverage to supply native, regional, and international views.”
In accordance with Olusanya, three enterprise periods will deal with Unlocking Nigeria’s Financial Potential, Adapting to World Shocks, and Navigating the AI Revolution.
The CIBN added that the convention will search to strengthen dialogue between policymakers, regulators and personal sector leaders whereas inspiring actionable concepts for the monetary providers trade.
