Banking leaders, regulators and policymakers from across West Africa will meet in Lagos on October 14 to discuss digital transformation, financial inclusion, sustainable finance and regional economic integration.
The discussions will take place at the West Africa International Banking Dialogue and Awards Gala 2026, hosted and sponsored by FirstBank.
The event is expected to provide a platform for industry stakeholders to examine emerging challenges and opportunities in the region’s banking and financial services sector.
FirstBank Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Olusegun Alebiosu, said the dialogue would enable industry leaders to develop ideas and partnerships to support the growth of banking across West Africa.
He said the bank remained committed to innovation, financial inclusion, sustainable growth and stakeholder value creation.
The event comes as FirstBank cites recent industry recognition, including awards for Best Retail Bank in Nigeria, Best SME Bank in Nigeria and Best SME Bank in Africa by The Asian Banker.
According to the bank, it received the Best Retail Bank in Nigeria award for the ninth time in 2025 and has earned recognition for its support of small and medium-sized enterprises in Nigeria and across Africa.
The dialogue is expected to explore collaborative approaches to strengthening financial services and expanding their contribution to economic development across the region.