Conference
July 29, 2026
“Technology With Purpose; Responsible Innovation for Global Impact”
A day of talks and sessions bringing the community together around responsible innovation.
On the day
- Keynote speeches
- Panel session
- Fireside chat
- Workshop session
The full story
Conference Day
WIE WEEK 2026 CONFERENCE
Technology with Purpose: Responsible Innovation for Global Impact
29 July 2026 | BOO C, Obafemi Awolowo University
270+ Attendees | 2 Keynote Speakers | 3 Panelists | 1 Workshop Facilitator
The WIE Week 2026 Conference brought together 270+ participants for a day of learning, meaningful conversations, networking and exposure to purposeful technology and leadership.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Keynote I: Precious Okafor — Building Purposeful Solutions Through Technology
- Workshop: Olamide Lawal — Positioning for Opportunities through Skills, Relationships & Visibility
- Keynote II: Tijsunimi Afolabi— Leadership with Purpose: Building Impact through Vision, Teams & Execution
- Panel Session: Purpose-Driven Careers: Building Impact Through Technology and Leadership
- IEEE & WIE Awareness: Introduction to IEEE, WIE and opportunities within the OAU Student Branch
- Networking: Attendees connected, shared interests and explored potential collaborations.
- Recognition: Our Official Corporate Sponsor (In-Right Kenexcl), alongside speakers, panelists, volunteers, organizing committee, and lecturers, were appreciated and recognized.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Purposeful innovation starts with solving real problems, while impactful leadership requires vision, the right team and effective execution. Participants were encouraged to build skills, document their work, create meaningful relationships and take action.
IMPACT
The conference created a platform for participants to learn, connect, gain practical insights, explore opportunities and rethink how technology can be used responsibly to create meaningful impact.
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