Day One
September 16, 2025
Day Two
September 17, 2025
Day Three
September 18, 2025
Setting the Stage for Workforce Transformation
Focus: Understanding the Disruption & Reframing L&D for the Future.
7.00 am - 8.30 am

Registration, Networking Breakfast. Marketplace Exploration
Delegates check-in, directed to breakfast and to explore the Marketplace. Seated by 8:15.
8.30 am - 9.00 am

Opening Formalities
Anthem, HSSE, Navigating the grounds, Programme review, Sponsors, Exhibitors, Ground Rules.
9.00 am - 9.15 am

Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address
Welcome by LDNI President, Olumide Ajomale LDM, CEO, FTSL.
9.15 am - 9.45 am

Goodwill Messages
In person and pre-recorded short messages from executive leaders from the public, private and development sectors.
9.45 am - 10.45 am

Keynote 1: Future-Fit Talent: Building Capability for Organisational and National Development.
Exploring the core competencies needed for individuals and organizations to thrive in the digital economy and the near future. (Including 30 minute Q&A)
10.45 am - 11.30 am

Panel Discussion: Redefining Workforce Readiness - Strategies for Building Future-Fit Talent
PANELISTS
Elizabeth Ajala LDS, Lead Human Resources, Babban Gona || Olufemi Oyebanjo, Managing Director, Work Nigeria || Chinwe Udo-Davis, CEO, Instollar
Elizabeth Ajala LDS, Lead Human Resources, Babban Gona || Olufemi Oyebanjo, Managing Director, Work Nigeria || Chinwe Udo-Davis, CEO, Instollar
12.00 pm - 1.15 pm

Marketplace Exploration Exhibitor Showcases
Tour of marketplace, exhibitor stands and LDNI Store with merchandise and member books
5-min talks by exhibitors in marketplace.
5-min talks by exhibitors in marketplace.
12.00 pm - 1.15 pm

Main Screen Sponsor Showcases
Screening of advertiser, exhibitor and sponsor marketing videos and brands.
5-minute talks by sponsors on main stage.
5-minute talks by sponsors on main stage.
12.00 pm - 1.15 pm

Lunch
Find diners offering the same L&D services as you, compare notes and opportunities to collaborate.
1.15 pm - 1.30 pm

Mobile Phone ‘How-to’ Hack
Moderator: David Brown LDM, CEO, Dbrownconsulting || Deputy President, LDNI.
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Learning Track
AI-Powered Learning and Development Practices for Increased Productivity.
Bruce Prins || Success4All Academy
Bruce Prins || Success4All Academy
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Leadership Track
Developing Middle Managers as Culture Champions.
Dr. Henry Onukwuba LDS, Lagos Business School
Dr. Henry Onukwuba LDS, Lagos Business School
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Thriving Track
Wired to Learn: Applying the Psychology of Learning to Unlock Human Potential.
Maryam Aliko Mohammed, Nestle Board Member
Maryam Aliko Mohammed, Nestle Board Member
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Future-Fit Talent Track
Workforce Intelligence: Using Learning Analytics to Shape Talent Strategy (Lab).
Joel Omeike, Founder/CEO P4PE Institutes
Joel Omeike, Founder/CEO P4PE Institutes
2.30 pm - 3.10 pm

Reflections and Actionable Insights.
LDG/LDA Members to report out. LDS/LDM to comment.
3.10 pm - 3.40 pm

‘How-To’ Masterclass.
Hands-on demo of a valuable L&D task (10 mins).
3.40 pm - 3.55 pm

Day 1 Closing Remarks
3.55 pm - 4.00 pm

Making the most of the Conference.
Lagos Tour guide sign ups. Special discounts at restaurants and bars. Gala night activities.
4.00 pm
Day 1 Close
Lagos Tour guide sign ups. Special discounts at restaurants and bars. Gala night activities.
Adapting Strategies for Workforce Readiness
Future-Fit Organizations & Practical Solutions.
7.00 am - 8.30 am

Networking breakfast and Marketplace exploration. Seated by 8:15.
Sign up for your preferred breakout session and get your sticker. It is on a first come first served basis.
8.30 am - 9.30 am
Opening Reconnect
Team building.
9.30 am - 10.30 am

Keynote 2: The Learning Leader’s Toolkit for a Hybrid Workplace
Team building.
10.30 am - 11.30 am

Industry Roundtables: Sector-Specific Challenges in Workforce Transformation - What Talent Leaders Need To Do Differently.
11.30 am - 12.00 pm

Future-Fit Competencies.
ATD Capability Model.
12.00 pm - 1.15 pm

Networking Break & Marketplace Exploration.
Exhibitor demos, book signings, sign-ups for LDNI membership!!!
12.30 pm - 1.15 pm

Lunch.
Find diners who are your potential customers or vendors for your L&D Services.
1.15 pm - 1.30 pm

Mobile phone ‘How-to’ Session.
How to topic.
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Learning Track
From Attendance to Impact: Measuring Learning Effectiveness and ROI in the New World of Work.
Mr. Osunde Ephraim || Organizational Capability Manager, Chevron Nig. Ltd
Mr. Osunde Ephraim || Organizational Capability Manager, Chevron Nig. Ltd
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Leadership Track
Coaching for Growth: Fostering a Feedback-Driven Culture.
Mrs. Abike Wesey || GM, Human Resources & Administration, Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc
Mrs. Abike Wesey || GM, Human Resources & Administration, Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Thriving Track
Creating Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces for All.
Mr. Mohammed Ahmed || Clinical Psychologist, CEO, BlakMoh Consulting
Mr. Mohammed Ahmed || Clinical Psychologist, CEO, BlakMoh Consulting
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Future-Fit Talent Track
Creating Your L&D AI Agent (Lab).
Mr. Suleiman Shuaibu || Chief Consultant, BFT Consulting Services Limited
Mr. Suleiman Shuaibu || Chief Consultant, BFT Consulting Services Limited
12.30 pm -3.10 pm

Reflections And Actionable Insights.
LDG/LDA Members to report out. LDS/LDM to comment.
3.10 pm -3.40 pm

‘How-To’ Masterclass.
Hands-on demo of a valuable L&D task (10 mins)
3.40 pm -3.55 pm

Day 2 Closing Remarks
Observations about LDNI and takeaways from Day 2.
3.55 pm - 4.00 pm

Making the most of the Conference.
Lagos Tour guide sign ups. Special discounts at restaurants and bars. Gala night activities.
4.00 pm
Day 2 Close
5.00 pm - 7.00 pm

Networking Dinner.
Table Games, Membership Awards, Conference Competition Winner.
Taking Action & Making an Impact.
Practical Implementation & The Future of Workforce Learning.
7.00 am - 8.30 am

Networking breakfast and Marketplace exploration. Seated by 8:15.
Sign up for your preferred breakout session and get your sticker. It is on a first come first served basis.
8.30 am - 9.00 am
Opening Reconnect
Psychometrics.
Demonstrator, Company
Demonstrator, Company
9.30 am - 10.30 am

Keynote 3: The Power of Mindset: Shifting Perspectives for Impact
Strategies for building agile, high-performing, and innovative work environments.
Dr. Laila St. Matthew-Daniel || Lead Consultant, Jacinta Limited
Dr. Laila St. Matthew-Daniel || Lead Consultant, Jacinta Limited
10.30 am - 11.00 am

Team Building Activity
11.00 am - 11.30 am

Charge to Delegates.
The Future-Fit Workforce -- A Call to Action.
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika || Director, Cadbury Nigeria.
Mrs. Ibukun Awosika || Director, Cadbury Nigeria.
11.30 am - 12.30 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
11.30 am - 12.30 pm

Learning Track
Advanced hybrid facilitation and training delivery skills (Lab).
Bazallahi Mohammed || Manager Admin, Central Bank of Nigeria
Bazallahi Mohammed || Manager Admin, Central Bank of Nigeria
11.30 am - 12.30 pm

Leadership Track
Succession Planning for the Digital Age: Building Leadership Pipelines.
Lola Esan || Partner, EY.
Lola Esan || Partner, EY.
11.30 am - 12.30 pm

Thriving Track
High-Performance Cultures: Balancing Well-Being and Productivity.
Akanimo Ekong || CEO, Candour Consulting
Akanimo Ekong || CEO, Candour Consulting
11.30 am - 12.30 pm

Future-Fit Talent Track
Bridging Generational Knowledge Gaps in the Workplace.
Yemi Faseun || Chief Talent Officer, YF Talent Partners
Yemi Faseun || Chief Talent Officer, YF Talent Partners
12.30 am - 1.345 pm

Networking Break & Marketplace Exploration.
Practice deal making in the marketplace and over lunch!!!
12.30 am - 1.345 pm

Lunch
Wheeling and Dealing!!! – close those deals.
1.45 pm - 2.15 pm

‘How-To’ Masterclass.
How to network and close business deals, sales deals, get participant sign-ups, and member collaborations.
Tonye Briggs || Founder, Sales Talent
Tonye Briggs || Founder, Sales Talent
2.15 pm - 3.00 pm

Reflections And Actionable Insights.
LDG/LDA Members to report out. LDS/LDM to comment.
Abayomi Oyelola LDS || CEO, Daedalus Consultancy, Abuja Region Chair.
Abayomi Oyelola LDS || CEO, Daedalus Consultancy, Abuja Region Chair.
3.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Closing Keynote: Leading, Learning and Thriving as an L&D Practitioner.
Ubong Essien || Blue Economy Academy.
3.30 pm - 3.50 pm

Vote of Thanks.
Appreciation to sponsors, exhibitors, delegates, and organizers.
Habiba Balogun, LDS || CEO Habiba Balogun Consulting || CTD 2025 Conference Chair
Habiba Balogun, LDS || CEO Habiba Balogun Consulting || CTD 2025 Conference Chair
3.50 pm - 4.00 pm

Closing Formalities.
Final chance to sign up for Lagos Tour guide and LDNI membership.
4.00 pm

Conference Close.
Farewell Drinks in Marketplace till 6pm.
Rhythm Band.
Rhythm Band.
6.00 pm
General departure