Welcome to the Nasarawa Digital Fashion-Tech Summit Portal!
The Nasarawa Digital Fashion-Tech Summit is a pioneering initiative designed to catalyze innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth in Nasarawa State by integrating fashion and technology.
Scheduled to hold at Lafia City Hall from the 1st to 7th March 2025, the summit will bring together industry leaders, government representatives, artisans, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders to foster collaboration, enhance skills, and drive investment in the state’s fashion and technology sectors.
Vision Statement
To establish Nasarawa State as a leading hub for digital fashion innovation, sustainable manufacturing, and economic growth in Northern Nigeria, fostering global collaboration and empowering local communities
Mission Statement
To create a platform that integrates fashion and technology, empowering artisans, driving innovation, and attracting investment to catalyze sustainable development in Nasarawa State and beyond.
Urgent Call To Action
We seek the state government’s full support, financial backing, and participation in making this event a success. Together, we can position Nasarawa State at the forefront of the fashion-tech revolution in Nigeria and beyond.
DRIVEN BY TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT:SUMMIT OVERVIEW
The Nasarawa Digital Fashion-Tech Summit is a 7-day event that aims to catalyze innovation and economic growth in Nasarawa State by integrating fashion, technology, and sustainable development. The summit will feature key industry leaders, government officials, artisans, and investors in a series of workshops, panel discussions, trade fairs, and networking opportunities.
We seek strategic partnerships that will help elevate the visibility and reputation of Nasarawa State as a pioneering region in fashion-tech innovation. The support of the Nasarawa State Government and key stakeholders will significantly enhance the summit's impact on both the local community and the global stage.
Executive Summit Summary
This summit represents a unique opportunity to revolutionize the fashion-tech landscape in Nasarawa State and position it as a model for sustainable development in Nigeria.
Strategic Objective
1. Empower Local Artisans: Through training programs and workshops, artisans will acquire advanced skills in sustainable garment production and digital marketing.
2. Promote Innovation: Highlight the intersection of technology and fashion, showcasing innovative products and solutions that align with global trends.
3. Create Economic Opportunities: Attract investments and foster partnerships that will support job creation, enhance exports, and position Nasarawa State as a fashion-tech hub.
2. Promote Innovation: Highlight the intersection of technology and fashion, showcasing innovative products and solutions that align with global trends.
3. Create Economic Opportunities: Attract investments and foster partnerships that will support job creation, enhance exports, and position Nasarawa State as a fashion-tech hub.
Expected Outcome
Impact On Nasarawa State
SUMMIT HIGHLIGHTS The summit highlights are sure to be both enlightening and inspiring CENTERPIECE!
Empower local artisans through training on sustainable production and digital marketing.90%
Promote policy advocacy for a thriving fashion-tech ecosystem.80%
Attract investment to establish the Joint Manufacturing Hub (JMH) in Nasarawa State.70%
Launch the OurMarketHub Project to digitize local markets and create global opportunities for artisans.100%
Raise 10 billion Naira to fund the summit and drive sustainable growth across all projects.80%
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Fashion-Tech Growth in Nigeria
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State’s Strategic Advantage
"Don't Wait
Apply for the Summit as soon as possible—before the deadline."
"We will be thrilled to have you join us! This is your gateway to exploring the transformative power of fashion and technology
Exhibitors Information for Nasarawa Digital Fashion-Tech Summit Benefits of Exhibiting at the Summit
1. Networking Opportunities:
- Meet key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, and potential investors.
- Build connections with other artisans, entrepreneurs, and tech innovators.
- Showcase products to an audience of over 5,000 attendees.
- Leverage the Trade Fair to generate direct sales and expand customer reach
- Gain visibility through pre-event promotions and live event coverage.
- Feature your brand in summit materials, including exhibitor listings and event advertisements.
- Access workshops and masterclasses to enhance your skills and knowledge in fashion-tech and sustainable production.
Don't miss out on this incredible summit and its exciting opportunities!
Fashion-Tech as a Growth Sector
Economic Potential of Fashion-Tech in Nasarawa and Its Impact
The global fashion-tech industry is projected to grow significantly, with innovations such as e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, and sustainable production driving its expansion.
Africa's textile and apparel market is expected to reach $15 billion by 2030, positioning Nigeria as a critical player due to its large population and increasing demand for locally produced goods.
The global fashion-tech industry is projected to grow significantly, with innovations such as e-commerce platforms, digital marketing, and sustainable production driving its expansion.
Africa's textile and apparel market is expected to reach $15 billion by 2030, positioning Nigeria as a critical player due to its large population and increasing demand for locally produced goods.
Abdullahi A. SuleGovernor
Muhammad Ubandoma AliyuSSG Nasarawa State Government
Nasir El-RufaChairman of Afrinvest
Silas AgaraDirector of the National Directorate of Employment
SCHEDULED PROGRAMS FOR THE SUMMIT"Pioneering the Future of Fashion and Technology at Lafia City Hall"
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Day 1: Opening Ceremony & Keynote Addresses
Registration & Welcome Reception
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Official Opening Ceremony
- Opening Speech by the Governor of Nasarawa State
- Remarks by the Summit Organizers and Key Partners
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Keynote Address
Revolutionizing Fashion-Tech in Northern Nigeria: Opportunities and Impact" by a prominent industry leader
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
- Meet key stakeholders, including policymakers, industry leaders, and potential investors.
- Build connections with other artisans, entrepreneurs, and tech innovators.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Panel Discussion 1: The Intersection of Fashion and Technology
Discussing how technology is transforming the fashion industry and the opportunities for local players
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Workshop 1: Digital Tools for Fashion Designers
Hands-on training on digital tools and software for enhancing design processes
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Day 2: Industry Innovations & Investment Opportunities
Panel Discussion 2: Investment in Fashion-Tech Startups.
Insights from investors and venture capitalists on opportunities in the fashion-tech sector
Insights from investors and venture capitalists on opportunities in the fashion-tech sector
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Workshop 2: Building a Digital Fashion Business
Focused session on creating and scaling a fashion-tech startup
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
9:05 - 10:00 AM
Trade Fair Opening
Official launch of the Fashion-Tech Trade Fair showcasing innovative products, services, and technologies
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Networking & Product Demos
Opportunities for exhibitors to showcase and demo their products to attendees
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch
Measuring the Human Condition
Measuring the Human Condition
1:50 - 2:40 PM
From Sensed Data to Digital Biomarkers
From Sensed Data to Digital Biomarkers
2:40 - 5:00 PM
Team Science
Team Science
8:00 - 9:15 AM
Experimental Designs for Personalized Digital Behavioral Interventions
Experimental Designs for Personalized Digital Behavioral Interventions
9:15 - 10:00 AM
Machine Learning and Big Data for Digital Behavioral Interventions
Machine Learning and Big Data for Digital Behavioral Interventions
10:00 - 12:00 PM
Team Science
Team Science
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch
1:00 - 1:50 PM
Design Thinking for Engaging Patients Through Technology
Design Thinking for Engaging Patients Through Technology
1:50 - 2:40 PM
Strategies for Engaging Patients
Strategies for Engaging Patients
2:40 - 4:30 PM
Team Science
Team Science
4:30 - 5:00 PM
Report-Backs on Team Projects
Report-Backs on Team Projects
8:00 - 8:25 AM
Agile Science: Behavior Change in the Real World
Agile Science: Behavior Change in the Real World
8:25 - 9:00 AM
Patient-led Innovation & Research
Patient-led Innovation & Research
9:00 - 9:45 AM
Optimizing Behavioral mHealth Interventions: What Does Control Systems Engineering Have to Offer?
Optimizing Behavioral mHealth Interventions: What Does Control Systems Engineering Have to Offer?
9:45 - 12:00 PM
Team Science
Team Science
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch
1:00 - 1:45 PM
mHealth and Vulnerable Populations
mHealth and Vulnerable Populations
1:45 - 2:45 PM
Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) of mHealth Research
Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) of mHealth Research
2:45 - 5:00 PM
Team Science
Team Science
8:00 - 8:45 AM
Open-Source Tools for Biometric Monitoring
Open-Source Tools for Biometric Monitoring
8:45 - 9:30 AM
Cloud-based Resources for Digital Health at Scale
Cloud-based Resources for Digital Health at Scale
9:30 - 12:00 PM
Workshop: Hands-on Training in MD2K's Tools and AWS Cloud Computing
Workshop: Hands-on Training in MD2K's Tools and AWS Cloud Computing
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch
Lunch
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Finalize Capstone Presentations
Finalize Capstone Presentations
8:00 - 8:15 AM
Team 1
Team 1
8:15 - 8:30 AM
Team 2
Team 2
8:30 - 8:45 AM
Team 3
Team 3
8:45 - 9:00 AM
Team 4
Team 4
9:00 - 9:15 AM
Team 5
Team 5
9:15 - 9:30 AM
Break
Break
9:15 - 9:30 AM
How to Engage in Transdisciplinary mHealth?
How to Engage in Transdisciplinary mHealth?
10:00 - 10:20 AM
Getting Recognition for Interdisciplinary Scholarship
Getting Recognition for Interdisciplinary Scholarship
10:20 - 10:50 AM
Survive & Thrive in Academia
Survive & Thrive in Academia
10:50 - 11:30 AM
Funding for mHealth Projects
Funding for mHealth Projects
11:30 - 1:00 PM
Lunch / Graduation Certificates / Closing Comments
Lunch / Graduation Certificates / Closing Comments
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