The Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria (SCGN), in Lagos, Nigeria, on October 5, 2026, announced its upcoming annual conference scheduled for October 8, 2026, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence oversight, legal accountability and data governance in corporate boardrooms.
The SCGN 2026 AI Governance Conference is set to bring together regulators, corporate leaders, technology experts and governance professionals to examine how artificial intelligence and data-driven systems are reshaping decision-making, risk management and accountability within organisations.
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With the theme “Artificial Intelligence (AI), Power & Accountability: The New Architecture of Corporate Governance,” the conference will explore the growing influence of emerging technologies on boardroom responsibilities and corporate leadership structures.
A key highlight of the SCGN 2026 AI Governance Conference will be a fireside discussion featuring global AI and data experts, including Alwin Magimay of PA Consulting UK and Dr Jania Okwechime of Deloitte, who will examine how organisations can responsibly integrate AI into strategic decision-making.
The conference will also feature a keynote address by Dr Evans Woherem, alongside regulatory insights from Dr Rabiu Olowo of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and Ms Omolola Oloworaran of the National Pension Commission.
A high-level panel session will include senior industry leaders such as Dr Karl Olutokun Toriola of MTN Nigeria, Christopher Ogirri of PwC Nigeria and other governance and AI specialists. Discussions will focus on board oversight, legal liability for AI-driven decisions, regulatory expectations and responsible innovation.
According to SCGN, the SCGN 2026 AI Governance Conference is designed to address critical questions around how boards can maintain effective oversight as organisations increasingly deploy algorithmic systems and automated decision-making tools.
The event will also examine emerging governance risks, including accountability gaps, compliance challenges and the ethical implications of deploying artificial intelligence at scale across business operations.
Ahead of the main conference, SCGN will host a legal pre-conference on October 6, 2026, in partnership with KENNA and Banwo & Ighodalo.
The session will focus on directors’ legal duties in an era of AI adoption, examining how liability, risk and oversight are evolving in technology-driven organisations.
Together, both sessions aim to create a multidisciplinary platform where law, regulation, technology and corporate governance intersect, offering practical guidance for boards navigating rapid digital transformation.
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The Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria noted that the conference will provide actionable insights for organisations seeking to balance innovation with accountability while ensuring responsible adoption of emerging technologies.
