Past editions
Two years. Two themes. One trajectory.
Since 2024, FOC has evolved from reviving education to championing human capital development across sectors. Here's what happened.
'24
REVIVE
What the Government, Business, and Development Sector Need to Do to Revive Education in Nigeria.
Keynote voices
- Julius Ilori
- Praise Mbanali
- Seun Kayode
- Victoria Oladipo
Sessions
- Pitch Competitions — innovative solutions to educational challenges
- Panel Discussions — public-private partnerships and social entrepreneurship
- Documentary Screening — Dreaming of a Brighter Classroom
Impact
Resulted in scholarships and mentorship opportunities, including an annual ₦100,000 bursary for a featured child until secondary school completion.
- 100+ participants — Changemakers across sectors
- ₦100,000 bursary — Annual, to secondary completion
- Documentary screening — Dreaming of a Brighter Classroom
'25
CONNECT
Connecting Education and Technology at All Levels — held at the J.F Ade Ajayi Auditorium, University of Lagos.
Keynote voices
- Prof. Oladipo Adebayo
- Oluwakemi Olurinola
- Olanrewaju Oniyitan
- Dr. Katindi Sivi
- Grant Davis
- Dr. Robynn Whitaker
- Easter Okech
Sessions
- Career Fair — many connected with stakeholders, forming partnerships
- Competitions — Debate, Poster, Art, Hackathon
- Creative Showcase — art exhibition and Teachers' Musicale
Impact
Long-term partnerships with tech firms, education ministries, and social impact organisations.
- 1,000+ attendees — Students, educators, tech innovators
- 12 mentors — Across thematic areas
- Career fair + hackathon — Long-term partnerships formed