Day One
September 15, 2026
Day Two
September 16, 2026
Big Ideas & Strategic Direction
Focus: Re-centering Humans in a Tech-Driven Learning World
7.30am - 8.00am
Delegate Registration & Collection of Conference Materials
8.30 am - 9.00 am
Opening Formalities, Onboarding & Introductions
Masters of Ceremony (MCs): Physical: Victor Diali, LDM & Jumoke Akindolire LDP
9.00 am - 9.45 am
Tea Break, Networking & Exhibition Visits
Event Management & LOC Sub Committees
9.45 am - 10.00 am
The LDNI Pledge
Yemisi Peters LDP
The LDNI Registrar
10.00 am - 10.15 am
The President's Welcome Address: Why Human-Centred Learning Matters More Than Ever
David Brown, LDM
10.15 am - 10.30 am
Goodwill Message
Dr. Fredrick Akinfala - Executive Director
Finance and Administration
Nelfund
10.45 am - 11.45 am
The Inspire Session - The Future of L&D: High-Tech Without Losing High-Touch
Dr. Emomotimi Agama FCMA CGMA FCIS MCSI FCMR PhD
Director General
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Nigeria.
Abuja
11.45 am - 12.45 pm
The Engage Session/Panel Discussion: AI in Learning – Tool, Threat, or Teammate?
11.45am - 12.45pm
Moderator: Habiba Balogun, LDM
11.45am - 12.45pm
Speaker 1: Suleiman Shaibu, LDS
Chief Consultant, BFT Consulting Services Limited
12.45 pm - 1.15 pm
Marketplace Exploration (Opening of Exhibition Hall : A walk through of the Exhibition Booths. The screens and online show the Exhibitors and our sponsors)
President, Deputy President, IPP, Registrar, Lead Sponsor SC, Keynote Speaker , LDMs
1.15 pm - 2.15pm
Lunch, Networking & Exhibition Visits
2.15 pm - 2.25 pm
How-To Masterclass: Writing Powerful AI Prompts
Omolaja Shoniran, LDS
Lead Consultant, Wysewater Consulting Services Ltd
2.25 pm - 2.55 pm
Industry Insights
The Lead Conference Sponsor
2.55 pm - 3.55 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
2.55 pm - 3.55 pm
Track: Leadership & Culture in Learning
Building Adaptive Learning Cultures: What Leaders Must Do Differently in Times of Change.
2.55 pm - 3.55 pm
Track: Human-Centred Design & Experience
Designing Learning Experiences That Work: A Human-Centred Approach from Start to Finish
Speaker
Shehu Zubair
Associate Partner Human Capital Partners
2.55 pm - 3.55 pm
Track:AI & Data-Driven L&D
AI in Learning: Practical Use Cases for Nigerian Organisations.

Speaker
Oluyemi Adeosun PhD.
Heirs Energies
Designation - Principal Advisor Knowledge Management & Thought Leadership

3.55 pm - 4.25 pm
Reflections and Harvest Session
• Key insights wall
• Delegates capture: “One belief I’m changing about tech & people”

Aminu Yau LDP
Abuja Region Chair

4.25 pm - 4.35 pm
Day 1 Closing Remarks
4.35 pm
Day 1 Close
Tools, Application & Leadership Practice: From Ideas to Action
Focus: Future-Fit Organizations & Practical Solutions
7.30 am - 8.00 am
Registration, Pictures, Networking and Marketplace Exploration
8.00 am - 9.00 am
Opening Reconnect
9.00 am - 9.45 am
Tea Break, Networking & Exhibition Visits
Event Management & LOC Sub Committees
9.45 am - 10.45 am
The Inspire Session: Leading the Balance: Empowering People and Leveraging Technology for Learning and Growth.
Dorothy Tunde-Ajala
GPHR - CHRO T2Mobile NG

In a world racing toward automation, the real differentiator is not technology, it’s how leaders use it with empathy. This session challenges leaders to rethink how they balance people and technology to unlock learning, engagement, and performance.

10.45 am - 11.45 am
The Engage Session: Learning as an Asset: Turning L&D into a Financial Value Driver for Organizations and Professionals
Learning is no longer a cost, it’s a strategic asset. Discover how to turn L&D into a financial value driver for your organization while building your own income streams.
Gain practical insights on smart investments, monetisation, and tax-conscious strategies to grow sustainably as an L&D professional or business.
10.45 am - 11.45 am
Moderator: Bukola Konkwo
10.45 am - 11.45 am
Speaker: Theo Adegor
Group Director
Career and Skills Development
Nigeria Revenue Service
10.45 am - 11.45 am
Speaker: Sandra Iheanacho
M Bryan Consulting Ltd
10.45 am - 11.45 am
Speaker: Mrs Toun Roberts
Managing Consultant for HR on Wheels
10.45 am - 11.45 am
Speaker: Temi Dalley
CHRO, Sterling Bank
11.45 pm - 12.00 pm
Mind & Spark
Spoken Words or Reconnect participants with each other, surface quick insights, and reset focus for the next session.

Dr. Abiola Salami, LDS

12.00 pm - 1.00 pm
Industry Round-table Topic: AI in Learning: Diagnosing Challenges, Designing Solutions
Heads of organizations share real-world AI implementation challenges in learning and development. Through live discussion and collaboration, working together to diagnose issues and co-design effective solutions. Explore the intersection of AI, learning strategy, and organizational growth.

Focus Areas:
- AI-powered learning platforms
- Personalized learning experiences
- Data-driven decision making
- Change management and adoption
- Measuring ROI and impact

12.00 pm - 1.00 pm
Dr Steve Ojeh
Dir. Corp Serv, Seplat Energy
12.00 pm - 1.00 pm
Emmanuel Michael
Director of Human Resources at Eko Hotel and Suites
12.00 pm - 1.00 pm
Mrs. Abisola Khadijat Dokunmu-Adegbite
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic & Secondary Education, Lagos State
1.00 pm - 1.45 pm
Celebrating Achievement & Elevating Excellence
Recognize outstanding contributions by members and regions, honor new inductees, and elevate members across grades, culminating in the celebration of Masters-level members.

The President
The Director Membership

1.45 pm - 2.45 pm
Lunch, Networking & Exhibition Visits
2.45 pm - 3.45 pm
Concurrent Breakout Sessions
2.45 pm - 3.45 pm
Track: Leadership & Culture in Learning
From Employee to Enterprise: Building a Sustainable Career in L&D Beyond the 9–5

Speaker
Inyang Sami-Orungbe, LDS

2.45 pm - 3.45 pm
Track: Human-Centred Design & Experience
Designing Learning People Actually Use: Building Trust, Motivation, and Engagement

Speaker
Kemi Shonubi

2.45 pm - 3.45 pm
Track: AI & Data-Driven L&D
Beyond the Buzz: Using Learning Data to Prove Impact and Drive Decisions

Speaker
Mr Akinwande Akinsulire

3.45 pm - 4.05 pm
How-To Masterclass Podcast: UX Hacks That Instantly Boost Learning Engagement
4.05 pm - 4.25 pm
The Communique
The CTD 2026 Conference Chair
4.25 pm - 4.40 pm
Day 2 Closing Remarks
Announcement of 2027 Conference Chair & Group Picture

The 4th LDNI President & Deputy President

4.40 pm - 5.00 pm
Closing & Group Photography
5.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Networking Dinner
The 2026 Gala Committee
The Event Mgt Team,
Event Planner