Scroll to top
Register Interest
Trust Anchored in Identity and Data Powered by AI

CxOTrail CISO Leaders Forum Lagos 2025

November 25, 2025

Victoria Island, NIGERIA

Register Interest View Agenda

Hurry Up!

Book Your Seat Now

Four Points by Sheraton,
Lagos

About the Event

An Executive Gathering of Nigeria’s top CISOs, CIOs, DPOs, CTOs

Join Nigeria’s leading CISOs, CIOs, DPOs, and technology leaders as we explore how data, identity, and AI are redefining cybersecurity, trust, and digital resilience.

  • World-class speakers
  • Keynotes, panel discussions, and networking
  • Cybersecurity solutions showcase and live demos
>Data Security / Identity Trust / AI Confidence / Cyber Leadership / Data Sovereignty / Secure Tomorrow /
Data Security / Identity Trust / AI Confidence / Cyber Leadership / Data Sovereignty / Secure Tomorrow /
Why Attend

What You’ll Gain

Hear directly from Nigeria’s top CISOs, regulators, and technology leaders as they unpack the realities of securing data, identity, and trust in an AI-driven world.

Strategic Insight

Gain perspective from Nigeria’s leading CISOs, CIOs, and regulators as they explore how data, identity, and AI are redefining cybersecurity and digital trust across enterprises.

Data Compliance

Understand NDPA implementation, data sovereignty, and governance frameworks shaping Nigeria’s security and regulatory priorities for 2026 and beyond.

Identity Security

Explore advanced identity and access strategies, from zero trust to adaptive authentication, built for a connected and AI-driven ecosystem.

Regulatory Vision

Hear directly from national institutions and policymakers driving Nigeria’s secure digital transformation and setting future compliance benchmarks.

AI Resilience

Learn how artificial intelligence is powering proactive defense, incident response, and predictive governance for next-generation cybersecurity operations.

Executive Networking

Connect with senior security and technology leaders from top banks, fintechs, and regulators in an exclusive, invitation-only environment.

“The CxOTrail CISO Leaders Forum Lagos 2025 brings together forward-thinking CISOs, CIOs, DPOs, and regulators to address this balance, exploring how trust, governance, and human oversight can coexist with intelligent automation.”

Tentative Agenda - CxOTrail CISO Forum Lagos 2025

Theme: Trust Anchored in Identity and Data Powered by AI

  • Opening & Keynote

    Setting the tone for Nigeria’s cybersecurity and data protection priorities.

    Keynote: Trust Anchored in Identity and Data Powered by AI
    Featuring insights from regulators and enterprise security leaders.

    Identity, AI, and Digital Trust

    Exploring how Nigerian enterprises are redefining identity management, zero trust, and adaptive authentication in the era of AI.

    Includes the panel discussion: Identity Security and Trust in the Age of AI

    Data Sovereignty & Compliance

    In-depth dialogue on NDPA readiness, data governance, and regulatory enforcement.

    DPOs and CISOs discuss practical steps to align enterprise operations with national data mandates.

    Cyber Resilience & Leadership

    Fireside conversation and closing reflections on building security culture, leadership accountability, and resilience for 2026.

    Followed by CISO wrap-up, networking lunch, and media interaction.

  • 09:00 – 10:30 AM
    Leila Zhang
    Head of AI Strategy, VisionFlow

    Session: Ethical AI — From Theory to Practice

    Explore how leading companies are implementing fairness, accountability, and transparency in real-world AI systems across healthcare and finance.

    11:00 – 12:30 PM
    Lisa Zhang
    AI Ethics Researcher, FairAI Group

    Session: Bias in Data — Hidden Dangers in AI Pipelines

    Lisa dives deep into the causes of bias in training data and showcases methods to detect and mitigate harm before deployment.

    14:00 – 15:30 PM
    Markus Blom
    CTO, SynthMind AI

    Session: Generative Models Beyond Text

    A practical tour of the next generation of multimodal models generating images, video, and even 3D environments with AI.

    16:00 – 17:30 PM
    Priya Natarajan
    Lead Engineer, CogniWare

    Workshop: Building AI-Powered Interfaces

    Learn how to embed conversational AI into web and mobile apps using modern open-source frameworks and API-first design.

  • 09:00 – 10:30 AM
    Sofia Romero
    ML Engineer, NeuronEdge

    Session: Transformers in 2025 — What's Next?

    A technical session diving into the future of transformer architectures, memory optimization, and scaling challenges.

    11:00 – 12:30 PM
    Tomás Eriksson
    Founder, RealSim AI

    Session: Synthetic Data Generation for Training

    Tomás shares tools and techniques for creating high-quality synthetic datasets that speed up training and reduce risk.

    14:00 – 15:30 PM
    Aisha Mensah
    Senior AI Strategist, Datavine

    Panel: AI Regulation & Global Policy Outlook

    Top voices discuss the global AI policy landscape, upcoming legislation, and how it will shape the future of AI deployment.

    16:00 – 17:30 PM
    Leo Tanaka
    Robotics Engineer, MetaForm

    Session: Embodied AI in Robotics

    Discover how AI is powering next-gen robotics for manufacturing, logistics, and autonomous mobility through real-time interaction models.

  • 09:00 – 10:30 AM
    Nina Köhler
    Chief Product Officer, SynthOS

    Session: AI in Product Design — From Concept to Launch

    Nina shares how AI is revolutionizing product development, from ideation to real-time user feedback integration.

    11:00 – 12:30 PM
    Emmanuel Ruiz
    CEO, NextCore Analytics

    Session: Scaling AI Infrastructure for Enterprise

    Explore key considerations when deploying and managing scalable, secure, and cost-effective AI systems in the enterprise space.

    14:00 – 15:30 PM
    Isabelle Chen
    Head of Language Models, LumoAI

    Session: Multilingual AI — Global Challenges & Innovations

    How modern LLMs are overcoming linguistic bias, translation errors, and dialect diversity in global applications.

    16:00 – 17:30 PM
    Connor Walsh
    Cloud AI Architect, SkyStack

    Workshop: Building AI Pipelines in the Cloud

    Hands-on session building a full AI workflow using serverless tech, vector databases, and model deployment strategies.

  • 09:00 – 10:30 AM
    Elena Greco
    Ethics Advisor, Global AI Forum

    Session: Ethical Design in AI — A Human-Centered Approach

    A deep dive into responsible AI, highlighting bias mitigation, fairness, transparency, and global implications of autonomous systems.

    11:00 – 12:30 PM
    Marcus Dlamini
    Founder, EduAI Labs

    Session: Personalized Learning with AI

    Explore how AI-driven platforms are transforming education with adaptive learning paths and dynamic content delivery.

    14:00 – 15:30 PM
    Lara Nguyen
    GenAI Director, NovaSynth

    Session: Creative AI — From Text to Video

    Lara demonstrates how generative AI is transforming content creation, with real-time demos in video, audio, and image generation.

    16:00 – 17:30 PM
    Dr. Hassan Al-Mansour
    Lead Data Scientist, FutureVision

    Closing Keynote: AI & Humanity — Co-Evolution or Collapse?

    A visionary closing on AI’s long-term trajectory, human-AI collaboration, and the existential questions we must answer now.

Event Location

Location & Venue

Be part of an exclusive gathering at Four Points by Sheraton Lagos, set amid the city’s vibrant commercial and cultural hub, connecting Nigeria’s foremost cybersecurity, data, and technology leaders.

Address

Victoria Island, Lagos - Nigeria

Phone

Call: +44 7782 262569

Email

hello@shahpermedia.com

Everything You Need to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CxOTrail CISO Leaders Forum Lagos?
The CxOTrail CISO Leaders Forum Lagos is an exclusive gathering of Nigeria’s top CISOs, CIOs, DPOs, CTOs, and regulators, focused on data security, identity protection, and AI-driven trust in the digital economy.
When and where will the event be held?
The forum will take place on 25 November 2025 at Four Points by Sheraton Lagos, located in the city’s commercial and innovation hub.
Who can attend the event?
Attendance is by invitation or confirmation only, reserved for senior executives driving cybersecurity, privacy, and data resilience within Nigeria’s leading enterprises and public institutions.
How can I register for the event?
Invited delegates can confirm participation through the official registration link shared via email or LinkedIn. For assistance, contact hello@shahpermedia.com .
Is there a participation fee?
No. Attendance is complimentary for qualified CISOs, CIOs, DPOs, and regulators, but seats are limited and subject to confirmation.
How can technology leaders or partners participate?
The forum welcomes a limited number of Strategic and Knowledge Partners who contribute to thought leadership in cybersecurity, data, and AI. Partnership opportunities include speaking sessions, branding, and executive networking. To inquire, contact hello@shahpermedia.com .
Can I apply to speak at the event?
Yes. Limited speaking opportunities are available for CISOs, DPOs, and regulators leading strategic initiatives in cybersecurity, AI governance, and data privacy. Submit your interest via hello@shahpermedia.com.
Will there be virtual participation?
The event is designed as an in-person leadership forum to encourage direct networking and collaboration. However, selected sessions may be recorded and shared post-event. .
How can I stay informed about updates?
Follow CxOTrail on LinkedIn or visit www.cxotrail.com/ciso-lagos for updates, agenda announcements, and featured partners.