Programme
Three days of unparalleled intellectual exchange, technical excellence, and strategic networking in the heart of West Africa.
Lagos Continental Convention Center
Strategic Foresight & Emerging Risk Landscape
Delegate Registration, Credentials Verification & Networking Reception
Collection of summit packs, morning executive networking, and National Anthem.
Official Opening Ceremony & Welcome Addresses
Executive Opening Remarks and Chairman's Welcome Address inaugurating the 2026 Summit.
Building Economic Resilience Through Trust: Strengthening Assurance, Cybersecurity, and Implementing AI Governance in Nigeriaโs Volatile Economic Landscape
High-level ministerial keynote on driving economic trust, robust AI oversight, and enterprise resilience.
Global & Regional Perspective: Addresses from AFIIA & Global IIA
Strategic alignment with global internal audit standards and African continent initiatives.
โ Executive Morning Tea Break & Exhibition Tour
Morning refreshments and interactive partner exhibitions.
Strategic Positioning of Internal Audit in the AI Era โ Call to Action for Internal Audit Executives
Executive dialogue on transforming internal audit from retrospective verification to forward-looking strategic leadership.
Goodwill Message: National Universities Commission (NUC)
Strengthening academic synergy and future governance capacity.
Cybersecurity as a Strategic Risk: Are Institutions Prepared?
Assessing organizational readiness against cyber threats, ransomware, and digital infrastructure vulnerabilities.
๐ฌ Interlude: IIA Nigeria Milestones & Activity Highlights
Video retrospective and milestone review.
Using AI to Avert Security Risks, Internal Control Process Lapses, and Improve Revenue Efficiency at Nation's Border Points
Real-world case study on leveraging technology for control optimization and revenue protection.
Emerging Risks No One Talks About: Geopolitical Risk, Digital Fraud Networks, and Governance Gaps Weakening Nigerian Institutions
Unpacking hidden vulnerabilities, transnational financial crime networks, and governance reform.
๐ฝ๏ธ Executive Luncheon & Peer Networking
Curated luncheon and structured networking in the banquet hall.
The Next Billion-Naira Fraud May Be Synthetic: Are Internal Auditors Ready?
Combating synthetic identity theft, deepfakes, and automated fraud in financial systems.
๐ข Partner Showcase & Solution Spotlights
Innovations in audit tech, risk management tools, and continuous assurance platforms.
Auditing Artificial Intelligence: Frameworks for Governance and Risk Control
Global frameworks and practical toolkits for auditing automated algorithms and generative AI systems.
Day 1 Wrap-Up & Key Strategic Takeaways
Summary of resolutions, key highlights, and preview of Day 2 breakout tracks.
Practical Application, Innovation & Future Readiness
Morning Networking & Day 1 Recap Session
Reflections and synthesis of insights from Day 1.
Strengthening Public Accountability in an Era of Cyber Risks, AI Disruption, and Fiscal Uncertainty: The Evolving Role of Oversight in Nigeriaโs Assurance Ecosystem
Parliamentary oversight perspective on public sector audit integrity and financial governance.
Goodwill Message: Lagos State Government
Host state message on supporting governance, innovation, and public accountability.
๐ Breakout Session Logistics & Social Activities Briefing
Overview of parallel session locations and tour registration details.
Concurrent Breakout Sessions (Track A & Track B)
Inside the Boardroom: What Audit Committees Expect in 2026 and Beyond
Who is Watching the Horizon? Internal Auditโs Role in Validating Emerging Risk Intelligence
โ Executive Morning Tea Break & Networking
Refreshments and networking across the exhibition hall.
The AI-Enabled Auditor: Working Smarter, Faster and Better
Practical automation workflows, continuous audit techniques, and prompt-engineering for assurance teams.
๐ข Solution Spotlight & Breakout Transition
Partner product presentations and movement to industry breakout halls.
Parallel Industry Breakout Sessions
Auditing Digital Banking, Fraud Risk, and Cybersecurity Controls
Strengthening Accountability and Risk Oversight in Government Digital Systems
๐ฌ Interlude: IIA Nigeria Media Showcase
Visual highlights of conference activities and leadership moments.
Auditing AI Models: What Internal Auditors Should Test Beyond IT Controls
Testing for bias, explainability, data lineage, and model drift in enterprise AI implementations.
๐ฝ๏ธ Executive Networking Luncheon
Sponsored lunch with dedicated topic tables for focused conversations.
The Courage to Challenge: How Internal Auditors Can Lead in the Age of AI, Cyber Threats and Disruption
Cultivating leadership bravery, independent mindset, and strategic voice in executive decision-making.
Parallel Industry Breakout Sessions
Assuring Resilience in the Energy Sector: Managing Geopolitical Uncertainty, Asset Integrity and ESG Risks
Data Governance, AI Systems, and Cyber Risk Assurance
Goodwill Message: UPDC Limited
Corporate perspective on risk management in real estate and infrastructure development.
Closing Discussion: The Future of the Internal Audit Profession in Nigeria
Chartered profession roadmap, talent development, and next-generation assurance standards.
Conference Closing Remarks, Key Resolutions & Vote of Thanks
Formal communiquรฉ presentation and recognition of conference partners.
๐ธ Official Conference Closing Cocktail Reception
Celebration, executive networking, and cocktails for all delegates and invited guests.
Conference Social Activities & Cultural Tours
Delegate Assembly & Tour Logistics Briefing
Assembly of registered delegates at the designated meeting point for tour coordination, safety briefings, and luxury coach boarding.
Lagos City Tour โ Option A: Modern Lagos & Art
An energetic curated tour exploring contemporary Lagos culture, featuring the canopy walkway at Lekki Conservation Centre (the longest canopy walkway in West Africa), Nike Art Gallery (West Africaโs largest art gallery showcasing over 8,000 African artworks), the Illusion Zone, and the Yoruba Cultural Centre (Lunch Included).
Lagos City Tour โ Option B: Heritage & History
A rich historical journey through colonial architecture and cultural landmarks across Lagos, visiting Freedom Park & Onikan National Museum, Jakande Art Market & Nike Gallery, Jaekel House Colonial Heritage, and the legendary Fela Museum (Kalakuta Republic).
Exclusive Waterfront Boat Cruise
Scenic luxury boat cruise navigating the waterways of Lekki, Victoria Island, and the 3rd Mainland Bridge corridor featuring onboard catering, open-deck networking, and panoramic coastal skyline views (Lunch Included).
Conference Excursions & Exclusive Tours
A curated selection of premium social experiences on September 25th for summit delegates. Discover coastal luxury, modern art, and historic heritage across Lagos.
VIP Access
Social Tour A
Exclusive Boat Cruise
Experience the breathtaking Lagos skyline from a premium perspective navigating the exclusive waterways of Lekki and Victoria Island with coastal breezes.
- Departure: 9:30 AM Prompt
- Waterways of Lekki & Victoria Island
- Panoramic Skyline Views
- Premium Lunch Included
Option A
City Tour Option A
Modern Lagos & Art
An energetic tour exploring modern contemporary culture, Africaโs largest art gallery, and the renowned Lekki conservation canopy walk.
- Lekki Conservation Centre Canopy Walk
- Nike Art Gallery Curated Visit
- Illusion Zone Experience
- Yoruba Cultural Centre (Lunch Incl.)
Option B
City Tour Option B
Heritage & History
A rich historical journey through colonial architecture, historic landmarks, museum collections, and the legacy of legendary music icon Fela Kuti.
- Freedom Park & Onikan Museum
- Jakande Art Market & Nike Gallery
- Jaekel House Colonial Heritage
- Fela Museum (Kalakuta Republic)
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