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
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.
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.
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
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Leadership Track
Developing Middle Managers as Culture Champions.
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
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
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
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
1.30 pm - 2.30 pm
Thriving Track
Creating Inclusive and Equitable Workplaces for All.
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
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
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
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.
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
11.30 am - 12.30 pm
Leadership Track
Succession Planning for the Digital Age: Building Leadership Pipelines.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
6.00 pm
General departure