The Omniverse, a pioneering ecosystem platform for technology, innovation, and connected industries in Africa, has officially launched operations in Nigeria, the continent’s most populous country, with a vision to empower and revolutionize the continental landscape.
Business A.M gathered that the platform will bring together development partners, public sector entities, regulatory agencies, academia, the startup community, finance and investment professionals, media, entertainment, arts, culture, and the creative industries, among others. By connecting these stakeholders, The Omniverse seeks to catalyze cross-industry collaboration, shaping a thriving ecosystem that will contribute to driving growth and transformation in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
Furthermore, The Omniverse aims to foster collaboration, connections, community, and content that will enable the entire ecosystem to scale investments and share knowledge for positive and lasting impact..
To mark its official launch, The Omniverse has announced its flagship event, the Annual Omniverse Summit and Expo, scheduled to take place from November 12 to 16, 2023, in Lagos. The week-long event is expected to bring together global, continental, and local thought leaders, innovators, and influencers from the tech, innovation, and connected industries.
According to the organisers, participants at the event will experience an immersive experience featuring exhibitions, masterclasses by influencers and experts, a gaming league, entertainment programming, insightful conversations, thought-provoking panels, and engaging fireside chats, all centered around the transformative power of technology.
The Omniverse also aims to foster collaboration, connections, community, and content that will enable the entire ecosystem to scale investments and share knowledge for positive and lasting impact.
Obi Asika, Convener of The Omniverse, expressed excitement about the platform’s launch, stating thatThe Omniverse is a platform where connected industries and cross-stakeholders can collaborate, learn, and thrive together.
“Our Annual Summit and Expo will be a landmark event, bringing together the best minds and talents to explore the vast potential of technology and its impact on society. We look forward to creating meaningful connections, sparking innovation, and honoring the visionaries who are shaping Africa’s connected future,” Asika added.
Charles Emembolu, director of ISN, emphasized the power of cross-sector collaboration and expressed pride in leading the way towards a brighter future.
According to Emembolu, The Omniverse unites a diverse range of stakeholders in driving transformative growth for Africa through the power of cross-sector collaboration, connecting minds and industries.
“As co-founders of this thriving ecosystem, Innovation Support Network (ISN) is proud to lead the way towards a brighter future. Together, we will shape a vibrant ecosystem that propels us towards a prosperous, more inclusive future,” he said.
