Africa Bank 4.0 Summit
17th EDITION WEST AFRICA 2026
The 17th Africa Bank 4.0 Summit & Awards – West Africa brings together 300+ senior banking, fintech, and regulatory leaders at a time when the region’s financial ecosystem is being rapidly reshaped by technology, innovation, and inclusion.
With digital banking revenues surging, mobile money adoption expanding, and fintech ecosystems accelerating—West Africa stands at the forefront of financial transformation.
From AI-driven banking and real-time payments to embedded finance and digital identity, institutions are navigating a new era defined by speed, scale, and customer expectations.
Across two dynamic days, the summit delivers:
- Strategic, high-level discussions
- Cutting-edge solution showcases
- Curated networking and collaboration
All focused on building secure, inclusive, and future-ready financial institutions.
A key highlight of the summit is the Africa Bank 4.0 Awards – West Africa, celebrating excellence in digital banking, innovation, and financial inclusion across the region.
Join us in Lagos to shape the future of banking—smarter, safer, and more inclusive than ever before.
Industry-Led. Market-Driven. Built for Impact.
Advisory Council Members
At the core of the Africa Bank 4.0 Summit is a powerful advisory council comprising leaders from banking, fintech, payments, and regulatory institutions. Their insights shape a highly curated agenda aligned with the real challenges and opportunities defining West Africa’s financial services ecosystem.
Confirmed Speakers will be updated shortly!
Leaders Driving Banking Transformation in Africa
Speakers and Panelists
The summit features influential voices from across the financial ecosystem—CIOs, CDOs, regulators, fintech founders, and banking executives—sharing insights on innovation, inclusion, and the future of finance.
Pius Opeoluwa Emeya
Country CIO
Access Bank
Osas Itua
Managing Director
Chase MFB
Echezona Agubata
Chief Technology Officer
Coronation Merchant Bank
Olusegun Adeniyi
Chief Digital Officer
Wema Bank Plc
Central Themes
Directly reflecting the region’s most pressing priorities, the summit explores:
Embedded Finance & API Ecosystems
Domestic Payment Schemes & Financial Sovereignty
AI, Cloud & Automation in Banking
Digital Identity & Customer Trust
Fraud Prevention in Real-Time Payments
Data-Led Lending & SME Financial Inclusion
ESG & Sustainable Banking Innovation
Market overview / State of the Sector
West Africa’s banking sector is undergoing a structural transformation driven by:
- Rapid fintech innovation
- Growth in mobile money and digital wallets
- Increasing adoption of real-time payments
- Expanding financial inclusion initiatives
With 41% of adults now holding a bank or mobile money account and Nigeria hosting 28% of Africa’s fintech ecosystem, the region is emerging as a global hotspot for financial innovation.
However, this growth also introduces new complexities—ranging from regulatory evolution and cybersecurity risks to infrastructure and inclusion challenges.
The 17th Africa Bank 4.0 Summit – West Africa serves as the region’s leading platform to address these shifts—bringing together stakeholders to translate innovation into scalable, real-world solutions.
This is where:
- Policy meets execution
- Innovation meets scale
- Inclusion meets impact
Why West Africa?
West Africa is not just evolving—it is redefining the future of financial services in emerging markets.
- A rapidly growing fintech ecosystem
- High mobile penetration and digital adoption
- Strong regulatory momentum across key markets
- Increasing focus on financial inclusion and SME growth
Yet, unlocking this potential requires collaboration across banks, fintechs, regulators, and technology providers.
The summit enables:
- Cross-sector collaboration and partnerships
- Acceleration of digital banking transformation
- Scalable financial inclusion strategies
- Innovation in payments, lending, and customer experience
Sponsors & Partners
Lead Partner
Platinum Partner
Gold Partner
Silver Partners
Associate Partner
Supporting Association
Media Partners
Ready to Position Your Brand at the Forefront of Banking Innovation in West Africa?
Showcase your solutions to a highly curated audience of decision-makers across banking, fintech, and financial services. From launching new products to building strategic partnerships—this is your platform to lead the future of finance.
Why the Africa Bank 4.0 Summit is a Must-Attend
Access to Decision-Makers
Engage with C-level executives, regulators, and fintech leaders shaping the future of banking
Lagos
Financial Powerhouse: One of Africa’s most dynamic fintech and banking hubs
Curated Networking
One-to-one meetings, roundtables, and high-value connections
Actionable Insights
Real-world case studies, AI-driven strategies, and innovation frameworks
Conference | Showcase | Awards
A complete ecosystem experience driving learning, visibility, and recognition