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Top Africa’s Stakeholders in IT Converges in Lagos to Discuss Future
Top Africa’s Stakeholders in IT Converges in Lagos to Discuss Future
By: Michael Mike
Leading industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Africa are to converge in Lagos to discuss the continent’s digital transformation and future trends.
The event organised by CWG Plc, a leading technology solutions provider in Africa, marking the return of the company’s technology and innovation conference, Texcellence 3.0, is scheduled to take place on October 11, 2024, at the Balmoral Events Center, Lagos.
This year’s event, themed “Revealing Tomorrow,” is set to bring together industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Africa to discuss the continent’s digital transformation and future trends.
Texcellence in its third year, has solidified its place as the largest platform for thought leadership and groundbreaking discussions around the integration of technology into various sectors across Africa. This year’s edition will focus on the evolving role of technology in finance, telecoms, government, and energy industries alongside emerging trends in AI, automation, and digital infrastructure.
Key highlights of Texcellence 3.0 include:
Panel Sessions with Industry Giants: The conference will feature sessions such as “Leading Financial Institutions into the Future,” where top executives from Zenith Bank, FCMB, EcoBank, and Wema Bank will discuss how technology is reshaping the financial sector.
Spotlight on Innovation: Texcellence 3.0 will explore new technologies like AI, cloud computing, and data analytics that are driving efficiency and sustainability in various sectors.
Networking and Collaboration: With over 500 attendees, Texcellence 3.0 will provide opportunities for startups, policymakers, and industry leaders to network and form strategic partnerships.
Keynote Speakers at the conference include prominent figures in Africa’s tech ecosystem, including government representatives, CEOs, and thought leaders who are driving the continent’s tech agenda.
Speaking on the event, the CWG Plc Group Chief Executive Officer/ Managing Director, Adewale Adeyipo, expressed the importance of Texcellence as a catalyst for driving Africa’s tech future.
He said: “Texcellence is more than just a conference. It’s a movement that brings together visionary leaders to chart the path forward for Africa’s digital economy. Our goal is to empower organizations and individuals with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in a technology-driven future.”
Top Africa’s Stakeholders in IT Converges in Lagos to Discuss Future
Gombe police launch investigation after clash at wedding leaves one dead
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Gombe State have commenced investigation following a deadly clash during a wedding send-off party in Tulmi, Akko Local Government Area, which left one person dead and others injured.
According to a sources, the incident occurred on Feb. 1, 2026, at about 10:30 p.m., when a group of men identified as Wada Hussaini, Ganji Alhaji Idi, Yaya Hussaini, Mohammed Maikudi, Bello Alhaji Idi, and one Tijjani, all from Garin Ardo Usman village, reportedly clashed with Abubakar Usman, 35, and Bello Adamu, 19, at the wedding organized by Godiya Mai Rai.
The confrontation resulted in serious injuries to Abubakar Usman, Bello Adamu, and Wada Hussaini. The injured were rushed to Cottage Hospital Tumu for treatment, but Abubakar Usman was confirmed dead. His corpse has been deposited at the hospital’s mortuary.
The suspects fled the scene following the incident, and police said efforts are ongoing to apprehend them. Investigation into the case has commenced.
Gombe police launch investigation after clash at wedding leaves one dead
Two children drown in Bauchi river, police investigate
By: Zagazola Makama
Two children drowned while swimming in a river on the outskirts of Bauchi metropolis, Bauchi State, police said.
According to sources, the victims, Saminu Mohammed, 12, and Tanimu Danladi, 11, both of Gudum Sayawa, went to a river in the area on Feb. 2, 2026, at about 4:30 p.m., when the incident occurred.
Police personnel swiftly moved to the scene, evacuated the children, and conveyed them to the Specialist Hospital, Bauchi, where they were certified dead by a medical practitioner.
Their remains were later released to their relatives for burial, while investigation into the incident continues.
Two children drown in Bauchi river, police investigate
Sokoto police arrest suspected bandits’ informants, financiers, recover rustled cows
By: Zagazola Makama
Sokoto State Police Command, in collaboration with the Community Guard, has arrested suspected bandits’ informants and financiers and recovered seven rustled cows along with a motorcycle.
Sources said that on Feb. 2, 2026, at about 1:00 a.m., operatives acting on credible intelligence swooped on Sarma Village in Tangaza Local Government Area, arresting two suspects, Nura Dan Haruna, 20, and Buhari Salah, 18, found in possession of seven stolen cows and a motorcycle without registration number.
The suspects reportedly confessed that they had been sent by Abdullahi Gulum and Dan Iko, both at large, to deliver the cows to Hamza Ibrahim, 56, of Kara Area, Illela, who has also been arrested.
Hamza reportedly admitted that he sold two of the cows last month to Abubakar Muhammad, 31, of Gwadabawa LGA, who was subsequently taken into custody.
Police confirmed that investigation is ongoing, and efforts are being intensified to apprehend the remaining suspects.
Sokoto police arrest suspected bandits’ informants, financiers, recover rustled cows
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