Meet the 8 women leading conversations at BuildHers Circle

On Thursday, March 12, 2026, Technext Nigeria will host its inaugural women-in-tech gathering, BuildHers Circle, bringing together women who are actively shaping conversations and careers within Nigeria’s technology ecosystem.

The event marks the first edition of the initiative. It will feature eight remarkable women as speakers, panellists, and moderators, each bringing a unique perspective on leadership, career growth, innovation, and the realities of building sustainable careers in the industry.

On the day of the event, 100 women will gather at Zone Tech Park, Gbagada, Lagos, to engage in conversations that examine what it truly takes to build influence, remain relevant and create long-term impact in the tech industry.

Guiding these conversations are eight women who represent different aspects of Nigeria’s tech ecosystem — from founders and corporate leaders to ecosystem builders and storytellers.

Read also: Introducing BuildHers Circle 2026: a gathering for Women leading and entering tech

Rebecca Edun – Event Host

Rebecca Edun will serve as the host of the BuildHers Circle event and also the moderator of the fireside chat, guiding the flow of conversations and ensuring a dynamic and engaging experience for attendees.

She is a dynamic media personality, presenter, and advocate for girl-child empowerment whose career reflects both resilience and innovation.

Her professional journey began in fashion and beauty consulting before she found her true calling in broadcasting. Today, she is an On-Air Personality with Naija FM 102.7 Lagos.

Rebecca is also a proud fellow of the acclaimed MTN Media Innovation Programme, where she deepened her expertise in media innovation and audience engagement. She continues to champion storytelling that bridges entertainment and impact, proving that media can be both influential and inclusive.

Adedoyin Jaiyesinmi – Speaker

Adedoyin Jaiyesimi is a Strategic Communications Advisor, Corporate Trainer, and the Co-Founder of The Comms Avenue, a Pan-African capacity-building and networking platform for communications professionals, who will be speaking on the fireside chat.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Adedoyin has successfully executed projects for organisations across Africa, including Luminate and mothers2mothers, and she has facilitated communications training for Mastercard Foundation, Michelin Nigeria, GIZ Nigeria, the NMDPRA, amongst others.

A Chartered PR Practitioner and a certified Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP) with a Master’s in Corporate and Marketing Communications degree from IE Business School, Adedoyin is an advisory board member of the Institute for Internal Communication Africa (IFICA) and a member of the Global Columnist Network of Strategic – a leading global communication leadership platform.

Anwuli Emmanuella Awogu – Speaker

Joining the fireside chat is Anwuli Awogu,  a strategic brand and communications leader shaping how modern African institutions build influence, trust, and long-term relevance. 

She currently leads Marketing at Oxygen X Finance Company, the digital lending subsidiary of Access Holdings, where she drives brand strategy, executive positioning, and integrated communications that strengthen market authority and customer confidence.

Anwuli holds an MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology (USA), a Mini-MBA from Tekedia Institute, and a Law degree from the University of Benin. Beyond her professional work, she mentors emerging communications professionals and enjoys playing lawn tennis.

Ngozi Nwabueze – Speaker

Also on the fireside chat is Ngozi Nwabueze, Esq., fondly known as the ‘Mother-In-LAW’ of Businesses. She is the CEO/Founder of PocketLawyers.io, an innovative all-in-one legal tech infrastructure helping Lawyers digitize their practise. 

She is also the Founder/Managing Partner at PocketLawyers LP, a leading Virtual Law Firm which offers legal services and advisory to SMEs and Startups, which has rapidly grown into a leading Corporate Commercial Law Firm and has offered services and advisory to over 250 businesses in the last three years.

Ngozi is a vibrant, forward-thinking, result-oriented Legal Practitioner, visionary entrepreneur and a legal expert dedicated to revolutionising the business space and the legal industry in Africa through technology-driven solutions.

Ifeoluwa Adebayo – Moderator, Panel Session

Moderating the panel discussion will be Ifeoluwa Adebayo, a tech journalist at Technext Nigeria who leads coverage within the Women in Tech segment.

Through interviews, features and news reporting, Ifeoluwa amplifies the voices of women building and leading across Africa’s technology landscape. 

As the moderator for the panel session, she will guide the discussion on the realities of building sustainable careers in tech, drawing on both industry insights and the experiences of the panellists to spark meaningful dialogue.

Detiem Tawo – Panellist

Speaking on the panel is Detiem Tawo, the Programs Lead at CyberSafe Foundation, a nonprofit organisation focused on improving cybersecurity awareness, digital safety and resilience across Africa.

Her work sits at the intersection of technology, education and advocacy, where she leads initiatives designed to equip individuals and organisations with the knowledge required to stay safe in digital environments. 

At BuildHers Circle, she will contribute perspectives on cybersecurity careers, ecosystem development and the importance of digital resilience.

Adaeze Agunwah – Panellist

Adaeze Agunwah is a Talent Manager at Tech4Dev, an organisation committed to bridging the digital skills gap and expanding access to technology opportunities across Africa.

Through her work, she supports talent development initiatives that equip thousands of individuals with in-demand digital and technical skills. 

Her experience places her at the centre of conversations about workforce development, career transitions and the pathways through which more women can enter and thrive in the tech industry.

Emmanuella Edeh – Panellist

Also joining the panel is Emmanuella Edeh, a Product Delivery and Implementation Manager at TeamApt, a subsidiary of Moniepoint. Here, she works on building and deploying financial technology solutions used by businesses across Nigeria.

Her work involves coordinating teams, managing complex product rollouts and ensuring technology solutions translate effectively into real-world impact. 

At BuildHers Circle, she will speak about product leadership, operational execution and what it takes to remain effective within fast-growing technology companies.

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