The vibrant and ever-evolving tech landscape of Lagos is about to enter a bold new era. The 7th edition of the Art of Technology Lagos—affectionately known as AOT Lagos 7.0—is officially announced and set to welcome innovators, policymakers, investors, and changemakers from across Africa and the world. Scheduled for Thursday, 4 December 2025 at the Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, this event promises to be a milestone in the city’s journey toward becoming a smart, sustainable megacity.
Organised by the Eko Innovation Centre in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science & Technology, AOT Lagos 7.0 returns with the unifying and forward-thinking theme: “Future Technologies & Sustainable Lagos.”
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The Vision: Smart, Sustainable, Inclusive
Over the years, AOT Lagos has firmly anchored itself as an indispensable platform—not merely a conference but a movement—for those shaping Lagos’s technological future. This year builds on that heritage with renewed vigour. The focus lies on emerging forces like artificial intelligence, blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), smart infrastructure, and clean energy, all converging to shape a Lagos that is not only high-tech but also sustainable, resilient, and equitable.
But AOT Lagos 7.0 isn’t just about showcasing innovation—it’s about transforming ideas into action. Attendees will be immersed in policy-driven discussions, practical applications, and cross-sector collaborations capable of moving the needle on technology policy and urban governance.
What to Expect: Engagement, Recognition, Connection
AOT Lagos 7.0 promises a rich tapestry of opportunities for inspiration, engagement, and growth:
- High-Level Keynotes and Panels: Featuring a powerful lineup of government officials, industry leaders, global experts, and visionary policymakers who will dissect pressing challenges and share transformative solutions.
- Workshops and Breakout Sessions: Hands-on sessions aimed at unpacking policy frameworks, smart infrastructure, governance innovations, digital inclusion, and sustainable urban design.
- AOT Ecosystem Awards (4th Edition): Celebrating the bright stars of the ecosystem—startups, policy champions, and ecosystem enablers—whose work is driving Nigeria’s tech scene forward.
- Career Pavilion: A powerful bridge between tech talent and recruitment decision-makers, offering direct access to emerging opportunities.
- Innovator Exhibitions: A showcase where both local and global startups will place their most compelling innovations on display, spotlighting what’s next.
- Collaborate Lagos Pitch: A unique platform for innovators to pitch real-world urban solutions before a panel that includes investors, policymakers, and development partners.
For participants, AOT Lagos 7.0 isn’t merely an event—it’s a launchpad for action. It offers:
- Deep connections with investors, global leaders, and policy influencers
- Strategies for deploying future technologies in meaningful ways
- Opportunities to shape forward-looking public policy and urban innovation
In short, AOT Lagos continues to serve as the focal point where action, policy, and innovation intersect to accelerate Lagos’s evolution as Africa’s tech capital.
Why Lagos, Why Now? The Strategic Imperative
Why does AOT Lagos matter so much? Lagos stands at a critical intersection: as the city wrestles with the demands of urbanisation, socio-economic inequalities, and environmental sustainability, emerging technologies offer both opportunity and responsibility. AOT Lagos 7.0 takes place in this context.
By focusing on “Future Technologies & Sustainable Lagos”, the conference situates innovation within the broader ecosystem of city development. It’s not just about gadgets—it’s about deploying technology ethically, inclusively, and strategically for real impact.
Moreover, the emphasis on policy and collaboration signals Lagos’s readiness to accelerate from vision to practice. Whether it’s smart grid systems, AI-powered governance, or IoT-enabled infrastructure, these ideas are no longer futuristic—they’re essential.
As Lagos continues on its path toward becoming a fully digitised smart megacity, the energy and networking at AOT Lagos 7.0 will catalyse the very collaborations that transform blueprints into built realities.
Conclusion
AOT Lagos 7.0 is shaping up to be an extraordinary convergence of minds, ideas, and action. With a laser focus on future technologies and sustainable development, this edition is poised to not only showcase innovation but to embed it into Lagos’s playbook for growth.
If you’re in tech, policymaking, investment, or civic innovation—or simply passionate about the future of Lagos—mark Thursday, 4 December 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre as a moment you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned via official channels like aotlagos.com for registration and updates.
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