NIWIIT Champions Women’s Leadership In AI Innovation

The Nigerian Women in Information Technology (NIWIIT) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women in the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), spotlighting their leadership and innovation potential in tech.

To support this mission, NIWIIT has announced InnovateHer 2025, its 10th National Conference and 11th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for June 18-19, 2025, at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre, 177 Ahmadu Bello Way, Opp: next Cash & Carry, Kado, Mabushi, Abuja.

Themed “Women and AI: Unlocking Resilience, Fostering Innovation, and Leadership,” the conference will bring together educators, policymakers, industry leaders, and tech professionals to explore inclusive approaches to AI development.

NIWIIT President, Dr. Ayodele Oluwakemi Sade, explained that the conference will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange and mentorship, particularly for women in emerging technology fields.
She emphasized that it also aims to strengthen NIWIIT’s advocacy for gender equity in the tech industry.

Keynote speakers include Prof. Stella Chiemeke, Vice Chancellor of the University of Delta, Agbor, and Bukola Ajayi, General Manager of Architecture and Engineering at MTN. Other distinguished guests expected include the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, and the Chairman of the Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, Senator Shuaib Salisu.

In addition to plenary sessions and breakout discussions on AI ethics, digital policy, and innovation leadership, the conference will feature an induction ceremony for new members and an AI workshop and competition targeting secondary school girls through NIWIIT’s Robogirls Initiative.

NIWIIT also announced plans to sponsor 50 female students from tertiary institutions to attend the event, offering mentorship, networking opportunities, and free induction into the organisation. The conference will include an AI & Innovation Showcase, where participants can present practical tech solutions like beginner-friendly AI tools, creative AI, machine learning applications, and cybersecurity education.

Through a partnership with Oracle, NIWIIT members can now access the company’s MyLearn platform for AI training and certification.

Founded to promote women’s participation in the ICT sector, NIWIIT operates chapters across Nigeria and remains a strong advocate for increased female representation in leadership and digital innovation.