The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) has announced plans to host the Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards 2025 at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, between 9th and 10th October 2025. The highly anticipated two-day event is expected to bring together top government officials, innovators, development partners, and technology experts to explore how emerging technologies can reshape Nigeria’s public sector.
With the theme, “Redefining Possibilities: Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Public Service Delivery and Socio-Economic Development,” the conference aims to promote new ideas that will improve governance, efficiency, and transparency in public administration through the strategic adoption of technology.
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Transforming Governance Through Technology
Speaking ahead of the event, the Director-General of BPSR, Mr. Dasuki Ibrahim Arabi, said the 2025 conference will serve as a platform to accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda and strengthen collaboration between public institutions and technology innovators.
He explained that GovTech—short for “Governance Technology”—is not just about digitising public services, but about transforming how government interacts with citizens. “This initiative is a bold step toward a smarter, more transparent, and efficient Nigerian public service,” he said.
The 2025 edition will focus on practical discussions and case studies that highlight how innovation can help solve persistent governance challenges—ranging from inefficient service delivery to data management and citizen engagement.
According to the BPSR, the conference will feature keynote sessions, high-level panel discussions, and interactive workshops that bring together leaders in public policy, academia, and the private sector. Experts will share insights on the ethical, policy, and technical dimensions of digital governance—ensuring that Nigeria’s digital transformation is inclusive and sustainable.
Honouring Innovation and Excellence
One of the most anticipated segments of the event is the GovTech Awards, designed to recognise Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as private sector partners, that have demonstrated outstanding innovation in using technology to improve public service delivery.
The Awards, according to organisers, go beyond celebrating achievement—they aim to set a national benchmark for innovation in governance. Winners will serve as role models for other institutions, showcasing how digital tools can be used to improve efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the public sector.
This year’s categories are expected to include awards for Best MDA in Digital Transformation, Outstanding Innovation in Citizen Engagement, and Best Public–Private Partnership in GovTech, among others. Each award reflects BPSR’s goal to encourage continuous improvement and to inspire a culture of creativity within Nigeria’s public service.
The BPSR has also confirmed that the event will host a technology exhibition, allowing startups, ICT firms, and development organisations to showcase innovative products and services relevant to governance and service delivery.
Who Should Attend and Why It Matters
The Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards is open to all federal, state, and local government institutions, private sector players, civil society organisations, and development partners committed to advancing public sector innovation.
Interested participants and sponsors can contact the organisers directly through +234 815 509 6851 for registration and partnership inquiries.
Holding the event at the Presidential Villa—the symbolic heart of Nigeria’s governance—underscores the government’s recognition of technology as a strategic driver of reform and socio-economic growth. By bringing together both decision-makers and innovators under one roof, the BPSR hopes to ensure that the insights shared translate into actionable reforms across ministries and agencies.
In the words of a senior BPSR official, “This is more than a conference—it is a national conversation about how technology can help government work better for the people.”
A Step Toward Nigeria’s Digital Future
Nigeria’s journey towards digital governance has seen promising progress, from e-governance initiatives to the introduction of service automation in several ministries. Yet, challenges remain—ranging from inadequate infrastructure to limited digital literacy within public institutions.
The 2025 GovTech Conference comes at a critical time, offering an opportunity to evaluate progress, identify gaps, and scale up successful innovations. Experts believe that the event could accelerate Nigeria’s transition from traditional bureaucracy to a technology-driven, citizen-focused government.
Participants can expect to engage in forward-looking conversations around artificial intelligence, blockchain, data analytics, and smart public infrastructure—technologies that are increasingly shaping governance around the world.
Beyond the technical sessions, the conference will also highlight human capacity development—acknowledging that technology is only as powerful as the people using it. By integrating digital literacy and innovation culture into public service training, Nigeria could build a more agile and responsive workforce for the future.
The outcomes of the Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards 2025 are expected to influence future government policy and reform strategies, positioning BPSR as a central driver of Nigeria’s public service transformation.
As anticipation builds, the conference promises not only to celebrate digital excellence but also to inspire a renewed national commitment to innovation, accountability, and service delivery.
With the Presidential Villa as its venue, technology as its tool, and public service reform as its mission, the 2025 Nigeria GovTech Conference and Awards could well mark the next milestone in Nigeria’s digital governance journey.
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