Events & Gatherings

Events & Gatherings

Join us for inspiring events that inspire, connect, and strengthen our community.

New Event

The Moguls
of Africa Series

The Moguls
of Africa Series

Columbia Business School,
Manhattanville Campus, New York

Columbia Business School,
Manhattanville Campus, New York

Friday, 19th Sept, 2025

Friday, 19th Sept, 2025

3PM

3PM

09days
02hours
51minutes
48seconds
09days
02hours
51minutes
48seconds

Here’s What Awaits You

Here’s What
Awaits You

Be present, stay connected, and unlock opportunities.

Unlocking African Markets

Unlocking African Markets

Future of Trade, Commerce & Finance in Africa.

Future of Trade, Commerce & Finance in Africa.

Government & Policy

Government & Policy

Regulation, Policy, and Africa’s Business Climate

Regulation, Policy, and Africa’s Business Climate

Diaspora as Catalysts

Diaspora as Catalysts

The Role of the Diaspora in Building Africa’s Future

The Role of the Diaspora in Building Africa’s Future

Diaspora Capital

Diaspora Capital

Fuel: Diaspora Investment & Venture Capital Flows

Fuel: Diaspora Investment & Venture Capital Flows

Innovation & Emerging Tech

Innovation & Emerging Tech

AI, Fintech, and Africa’s Leapfrog
Moment

AI, Fintech, and Africa’s Leapfrog
Moment

Entrepreneurship Festival

Startup Founders & Builders Shaping Global Businesses

Entrepreneurship Festival

Startup Founders & Builders Shaping Global Businesses

Careers & Pathways

Entering African Markets: Talent, Skills & Diaspora Returnees

Careers & Pathways

Entering African Markets: Talent, Skills & Diaspora Returnees

Meet Our 2025 Speakers

Sponsorships & Partnerships

Sponsorships & Partnerships

Our diverse partnerships span across education, technology, business, and community development.

Our diverse partnerships span across education, technology, business, and community development.

Call for Sponsorship & Partnership

Call for Sponsorship & Partnership

Our diverse partnerships span across education, technology, business, and community development.

Past Event Highlights

Past Event Highlights

See highlights from our recent events and the impact they created.

See highlights from our recent events and the impact they created.

Moguls of Africa 2024 Series

Moguls of Africa 2024 Series

A platform for Africa’s changemakers to share, inspire, and lead.

Dr.

Jumoke Oduwole

MFR

Nigerian Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment

Benjamin Fernandes

Founder and CEO of NALA

Founder and CEO of NALA

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji

Co-Founder of Flutterwave and Future Africa

Co-Founder of Flutterwave and Future Africa

Sola Yomi-Ajayi

CEO United Bank for Africa (UBA) America

CEO, United Bank for Africa (UBA) America

Oluwabankole Falade

Flutterwave Chief Regulatory and Public Policy Officer

Chief Regulatory and Public Policy Officer, Flutterwave

Never Miss an Opportunity

Never Miss an Opportunity

Join 800+ Nigerian professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders building meaningful connections and creating lasting impact across the East Coast and beyond.

Join 800+ Nigerian professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders building meaningful connections and creating lasting impact across the East Coast and beyond.

FAQ

Questions & Answers

Have more questions? Don't hesitate to email us:

01

How do I join the community?

Simply click on the "Join Community" which will take you to a WhatsApp Group. Once you're in, introduce yourself and start connecting with other members. Membership is free and open to all Nigerians and friends of Nigeria.

02

What types of events do you organize?

03

Do I need to live in New York to join?

04

Is there a membership fee?

05

How can I get involved beyond attending events?

06

Can I host an event or workshop?

FAQ

Questions & Answers

Have more questions? Don't hesitate to email us:

01

How do I join the community?

Simply click on the "Join Community" which will take you to a WhatsApp Group. Once you're in, introduce yourself and start connecting with other members. Membership is free and open to all Nigerians and friends of Nigeria.

02

What types of events do you organize?

03

Do I need to live in New York to join?

04

Is there a membership fee?

05

How can I get involved beyond attending events?

06

Can I host an event or workshop?

To unite, empower, and celebrate the Nigerian diaspora on the East Coast while strengthening our influence in Nigeria. Our mission is to build a vibrant community that fosters cultural pride, professional growth, and meaningful connections across generations and borders.

© 2025 Nigerians in New York. All rights reserved.

© 2025 Nigerians in New York. All rights reserved.

To unite, empower, and celebrate the Nigerian diaspora on the East Coast while strengthening our influence in Nigeria. Our mission is to build a vibrant community that fosters cultural pride, professional growth, and meaningful connections across generations and borders.