Connect X Ignite 2026
🕚 Doors open 10:00AM | After-party from 6:00PM
A flagship gathering of Nigerian tech professionals, founders & operators shaping the future of innovation, in the UK and beyond.
Join 300+ members of the UK-based African tech ecosystem — from seasoned founders and investors to new entrants and curious students — for a full day of real talk, real connections, and real opportunity.
The Speakers
🔥 What to Expect
Fireside Chat (in collaboration with Founders Connect)
Mr Godwin Obaseki in conversation with Peace Itimi on the structural gaps and connective support systems it takes to build and scale in hard markets.
Panels — Money & Talent
Two panels, one thread: capital and people.
Networking (in between): The connective tissue between main-stage moments, where most of the actual deal-making and relationship-building happens.
Breakout Rooms
Three parallel workshops plus an open-mic AMA
Lunch
Networking Lunch & Huddles with so much downtime for the conversations the agenda doesn't leave room for.
Awards
The Award Ceremony which brings to an a nominations and judging process of the first UK-Africa Tech Corridor Awards.
After Party & Socials
DJ, small chop, photo booth, dance floor — the one night the community shows up in full outside the conference format.
💡 Why You Should Come
You’re in tech and want to grow your network with people who get you
You’re building something and want visibility, feedback, or support
You want to learn how others are navigating visas, jobs, investments, and scaling
You miss the culture and want a community where you can show up fully as yourself
You want to give back and open doors for those coming behind you
🎟️ Ticket Info:
Your ticket gets you access to the full-day conference and the official after-party.
🧠 About TN Naija
TN Naija is a vibrant community of over 600 Nigerian tech professionals based in the UK — all endorsed under the Global Talent route. We are builders, dreamers, leaders, and connectors rewriting what it means to innovate from the diaspora.
💬 Final Word?
If you’re in tech or a tech enthusiast, and in the UK — this is your event. Pull up and let’s build what’s next, together.