Lagos, Nigeria – October 7, 2025 – Interswitch, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and
digital commerce companies, has officially kicked off the fifth edition of its flagship industry
engagement series, TechConnect 5.0, with the Enugu leg of the nationwide tour.
Held recently at the Best Western Hotel, the event convened financial leaders, policymakers,
innovators, and business stakeholders to explore the evolving dynamics of Nigeria’s digital
payments ecosystem and the opportunities that lie at the intersection of innovation,
collaboration, and compliance.
Anchored on the theme, “United Frontiers: Growth Powered by Innovation, Collaboration and
Compliance,” the Enugu edition delivered high-impact sessions, hands-on product showcases,
and thought-provoking discussions that offered participants actionable insights to scale their
operations and strengthen the wider ecosystem.
One of the key highlights was the panel session titled “Scaling Digital Payments: Tackling
Infrastructure, Financial Proficiency, and Fraud for Inclusive Growth,” which addressed critical
challenges such as infrastructure gaps, limited financial literacy, and rising fraud. Speakers
emphasised the need for ecosystem-wide cooperation, shared infrastructure, and enhanced
consumer education to sustain trust in Nigeria’s digital payment systems.
This was complemented by a fireside chat themed “Collaboration as a Growth Multiplier:
Unlocking Potentials Through Digitised Payments,” where industry experts explored how
strategic partnerships among banks, fintechs, regulators, and merchants can unlock new
opportunities, drive innovation, and expand access to financial services.
Speaking on the event, Akeem Lawal, Managing Director, Payment Processing and Switching
(Interswitch PurePay), reaffirmed Interswitch’s commitment to advancing Africa’s digital
economy.
“TechConnect 5.0 provides a vital platform for engaging with industry stakeholders, co-creating
solutions, and addressing the real challenges that define our industry. The conversations here in
Enugu have reinforced the importance of innovation, collaboration and compliance in building a
more inclusive and resilient payments ecosystem,” he said.
Beyond the discussions, participants also experienced Interswitch’s suite of innovative solutions
designed to drive efficiency, scale operations, and unlock value for businesses of all sizes. Live
product demonstrations and customer success stories showcased how the company’s
technology is enabling efficiency, transparency, and growth for businesses across Nigeria.
The event also featured an awards presentation, where outstanding partners and contributors
were recognised for their commitment to driving digital transformation and innovation across
the financial ecosystem.
The Enugu edition marks a successful opening for the TechConnect 5.0 tour, which will continue
in Abuja on October 14th at The Wells Carlton Hotel, and culminate in a grand finale in Lagos on
November 11th, 2025, at the Federal Palace Hotel and Casino, Victoria Island.
With TechConnect setting the standard, Interswitch continues to reinforce its role as a trusted
partner in powering Africa’s digital transformation, advancing financial inclusion, and shaping a
resilient and collaborative, innovation-driven future.
