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By Chinenye Anuforo
Payments Forum Nigeria (PAFON) 2.0 is poised to convene Nigeria’s leading minds in digital finance, policymakers and tech innovators at a confab in Lagos next month.
Building on the success of its inaugural edition, PAFON 2.0, according to the organizers, solidifies its position as the nation’s premier platform for shaping the future of payments innovation.
This year’s theme, “Bridging the Customer Experience Gap for Financial Inclusion Using AI,” tackles the critical intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and financial inclusion. In an era of rapid digital transformation, PAFON 2.0 will address the urgent need to fortify digital transactions against emerging threats while simultaneously expanding access to financial services.
Ebhijie Momoh, Chief Executive Officer of AfriGOPay Financial Services Limited, will deliver the keynote address, setting the stage for a day of insightful discussions. The forum boasts a diverse lineup of speakers and participants, including representatives from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), leading banks, cybersecurity agencies like the Office of the National Security Adviser and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), fintech innovators, and blockchain security experts.
PAFON 2.0 will feature: Expert-led panel discussions: Delving into AI-driven fraud detection, secure authentication, and evolving regulatory strategies.Fireside chats: Providing exclusive insights from top executives in banking, fintech, and regulation amongst others.
“As Nigeria accelerates its transition to a digital economy, ensuring trust and security in payments has never been more critical,” stated Mr. Chike Onwuegbuchi, co-convener of PAFON. “PAFON 2.0 will serve as a pivotal platform to address these challenges and unlock opportunities for a more resilient and inclusive financial system.”
PAFON 2.0 is designed for payment service providers, fintech companies, banks, regulatory bodies, cybersecurity professionals, and all stakeholders invested in the secure and innovative future of digital transactions in Nigeria.
