By Chukwuma Ajakah

In conjunction with Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) Ago-Iwoye, the OOU Future Tech Conference is hosting its inaugural edition themed ‘The Next Frontier: Building Africa’s Digital Future.
According to the organizers, the conference is scheduled for March 27, 2026, 10 am – 6 pm, at Otunba Gbenga Daniel Hall (OGD), aiming for a Guinness World Record in collaboration with Nigeria’s four-time record holder, Adetunwase Adenle.

The event, expected to attract over 2,000 participants from various faculties and campuses, will feature activities including an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the Largest Display of Coloring Pages. Hundreds of students, led by Adetunwase, will contribute creatively by completing specially designed pages.

Adetunwase’s innovative initiatives have earned him Guinness World Records for Largest Painting by Numbers (2010), Most Children Reading Aloud (2011), Most People Washing Hands (2011), and Largest Special Stamp (2016).

The multiple world record holder will guide participants through this attempt, expected to attract government, corporate, and entrepreneurial attention while promoting creativity and student participation

While speaking about the initiative, OOU Future Tech Conference Convener, Ademuwagun Mayokun Precious, reveals that the collaboration is expected to create a memorable and impactful experience for students, demonstrating how creativity and innovation could bring young people to converge on a global stage.

Besides connecting students with industry leaders and mentors,” he says, “the record attempt will highlight the conference, exposing them to opportunities in tech, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship.

Beyond the record attempt, the conference will feature keynote addresses by renowned speakers such as
Paul Jatai and Luther Lawoyin, panel discussions, technology sessions, and networking opportunities aimed at inspiring students to pursue opportunities in the evolving digital economy.
The organizers anticipate the conference will mark a significant moment for the university and students, highlighting the growing culture of innovation. The OOU Future Tech Conference positions itself as a platform for empowering young minds and connecting students to global tech opportunities.

The OOU Future Tech Conference is a forward-thinking platform that brings together innovators, industry leaders, and students to explore the future of technology, innovation, and digital transformation.

The initiative has received sponsorship support from Selar, further amplifying its reach and impact within the African education ecosystem.

Dignitaries expected include: 9Mobile’s Chief Digital Officer Ina Alogwu, Pricepally CEO Luther Lawoyin, Augli Africa CEO Paul Jatai, and University VC Professor Ayodeji Agboola.

Ademuwagun Precious, conference convener, is a Nigerian software engineer leveraging tech to transform education and empower African youth. He’s the Founder of ExamBrite, an educational platform boosting learning access, and Convener of the Maths Hackathon, connecting Nigeria and Malawi students.

Driven by a strong vision to shape the future through education and technology, Precious is passionate about creating opportunities, building impactful platforms, and inspiring the next generation of innovators. He also interns at Animation Hub, building tech skills through innovations and education.

Sharing his thoughts on the upcoming conference, Africa CEO, Auqli, Paul Jatai weighs in on the Future Tech Conference: “Africa is at an interesting moment. Opportunities that did not exist ten years ago are now accessible to a student with a phone and a working idea. But the students who will benefit from this moment are not the ones who can identify what is wrong. They are the ones who have trained themselves to ask what can be done about it.

“I am looking forward to being at the OOU FutureTech Conference because this conversation belongs in a university room. I believe no one is too young or too under-resourced to start creating value today. Africa’s digital future will not happen until we either help build it and make that future a reality.”
Expressing his own view about the auspicious event, Luther Lawoyin, CEO of Pricepally, who is also expected as keynote speaker, says, “What stands out to me about the conference is that it is not just talking about the internet, it is showing young people how to use it with purpose. Too many people see the digital space as a place for quick wins, but the real opportunity is in building skills, solving problems, and creating value. What this conference is doing is important because it gives students clarity on what is possible and exposes them to practical paths in areas like Web 2, Web 3, and the creative economy.

“From my experience building a business, the internet rewards consistency, discipline, and value creation. There are real opportunities to earn, grow, and compete globally. This conference is helping to bridge that gap by moving students from just learning to actually earning. The goal is for them to live with a different mindset, one that focuses on building something meaningful and sustainable.”

The OOU Future Tech Conference unites innovators, leaders, and students to shape Africa’s tech future.