Where African students, facilitators and sponsors build the continent's AI talent pipeline.

AI-Boosted Capital Market Workshop for Stockbokers

Date: 22nd August 2025 Workforce Training Announcement - General Invitation ok.pdf The Managing Director/CEO, CloudIntegra Software User Firms in Africa, & Lovers of Market Automation Dear Sir/Madam, Invitation to a Complimentary Overview Session on "Operational Excellence in AI-Boosting & Readiness Capital Market Process Automations" On behalf of Programos Software Group, the founders of the Innovationbed AI Academy, we are pleased to extend an invitation to the operations team of your organization for an exclusive overview session on the pivotal trends shaping the modern stockbroking landscape. Our platform has been used to deliver different successful programmes and has collaborated with major talent development organizations like Jobberman/Mastercard Foundation, University of Lagos, Mountain Top University, Bell University, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, US, NGE Solutions Inc., and OCCAM - Observatory for Digital Communications at the UN. This complimentary awareness session is designed to provide your key personnel—the engine of your business—with a high-level understanding of advanced operational strategies. Their enhanced knowledge is fundamental to maintaining a competitive edge and achieving operational excellence. Event Details: Course Overview: Operational Excellence in AI-Boosted (System Administration, Registrar, Accounts, HR (Wages Management) & Operations) Automation Date: Saturday, 27th August 2025 Time: 02:30 PM - 3:30 PM (GMT+1) Delivery Mode: Live Virtual Session - Join your class Zoom Link from your Innovationbed AI Academy portal! The session will provide valuable insights into: Key Reviews/Additions and Changes on CloudIntegra Back Office Software Advanced Account Management & Central Securities Clearing System Integration Precision Trading (Jobbing) & Complex Fee Structures Securities & Lien Management for Robust Collateral Control Execution of Corporate Actions (Dividends, Bonuses, Splits, Rights Issues) Strategic Operational Reporting & Settlement Balancing Regulatory Inspection Readiness Artificial Intelligence basics for Stockbroking Practice FIX Technology basics and recent challenges We will receive some Infrastructure Consultants to offer some ideas of interest for some firms that have been requesting critical optional hosting service information from us. Please note: This is a complimentary awareness session offered without a certificate of participation. We also wish to bring to your attention that our academy offers in-depth, paid certificate courses designed for professionals seeking mastery and formal recognition in "Strategic Roles in the New and Emerging Stockbroking Era." These comprehensive programmes are tailored for those aiming to excel in leadership and specialized functions within the capital market. Details can be found on your portal dashboard as advertised from time to time. Registration Instructions for Your Team: To facilitate access for your staff, kindly advise them to: Visit our training portal to sign up: https://innovationbed-ai.xcloudintegra.com/student-signup Register a personal account - with your details. As corporates kindly pick GENERAL for institutions, course of study, LGA, as the portal is also used by students of diverse disciplines, from various tertiary institutions in Africa. Optionally, you can update your photo. Log in here: https://innovationbed-ai.xcloudintegra.com/login/ and Request to join this specific course as highlighted. Select the "GRANT" option during registration for complimentary, fee-waived access to this overview session. Our secretariat will approve all grants from your organization. Every organization is free to nominate as many of its personnel as possible We are confident that this session will be a significant value-add for your team and look forward to the privilege of hosting them. After this overview session, we implore your organization to recommend some of our platform programmes to your workforce from time to time. Early registration required. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to professional development in technology, as we also mark our 28th year in active design & technical support service to African Stockbrokers since the Automated Trading System (ATS) was launched in Nigeria in 1997. This, to us, is a promise kept! Yours faithfully, Amos Emmanuel mNCS, FIIM, CDOA For: Innovationbed AI Academy World Summit Awards National Expert for Nigeria https://wsa-global.org/country/Nigeria/ Chief Data Office, Africa IPV6 Cybersecurity Task Force https://www.ipv6cyber.africa/about (Programos Software Group) https://innovationbed-ai.xcloudintegra.com/group-info Cc: MD/CEO Cc: Stockbrokers Cc: Compliance Officials Cc: Financial Control Cc: Researchers Cc: Head of Human Capital Development Cc: Head of Operations/ICT,

WORKFORCE TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear Sir, Subject: Invitation to a Complimentary Overview Session on "Operational Excellence in AI-Boosting & Readiness Capital Market Process Automations" On behalf of Programos Software Group, the founders of the Innovationbed AI Academy, we are pleased to extend an invitation to the operations team of your firm for an exclusive overview session on the pivotal trends shaping the modern stockbroking landscape. Our platform has been used to deliver different successful programmes and has collaborated with major talent development organizations like Jobberman/Mastercard Foundation, University of Lagos, Mountain Top University, Bell University, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, US, NGE Solutions Inc., and OCCAM - Observatory for Digital Communications at the UN. This complimentary awareness session is designed to provide your key personnel—the engine of your business—with a high-level understanding of advanced operational strategies. Their enhanced knowledge is fundamental to maintaining a competitive edge and achieving operational excellence. Event Details: Course Overview: Operational Excellence in AI-Boosted (System Administration, Registrar, Accounts, HR (Wages Management) & Operations) Automation Date: Saturday, 23rd August 2025 Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (WAT) Delivery Mode: Live Virtual Session - Join your classes Zoom Link from your Innovationbed AI Academy portal! The session will provide valuable insights into: Advanced Account Management & CSCS Integration Precision Trading (Jobbing) & Complex Fee Structures Securities & Lien Management for Robust Collateral Control Execution of Corporate Actions (Dividends, Bonuses, Splits, Rights Issues) Strategic Operational Reporting & Settlement Balancing Please note: This is a complimentary awareness session offered without a certificate of participation. We also wish to bring to your attention that our academy offers in-depth, paid certificate courses designed for professionals seeking mastery and formal recognition in "Strategic Roles in the New and Emerging Stockbroking Era." These comprehensive programmes are tailored for those aiming to excel in leadership and specialized functions within the capital market. Details can be found on your portal dashboard as advertised over time. Registration Instructions for Your Team: To facilitate access for your staff, kindly advise them to: Visit our training portal to sign up: https://innovationbed-ai.xcloudintegra.com/student-signup Register a personal account - with your details. As corporates kindly pick GENERAL for institutions, course of study, LGA, as the portal is also used by students of diverse disciplines, from various tertiary institutions in Africa. Optionally, you can update your photo. Request to join the course highlighted for your firm. Select the "GRANT" option during registration for complimentary, fee-waived access to this overview session. Our secretariat will approve all grants from your organization. We are confident that this session will be a significant value-add for your team and look forward to the privilege of hosting them. Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to professional development. Yours faithfully, Amos Emmanuel For: Innovationbed AI Academy (Programos Software Group)

Artificial Intelligence in Rural Research: Advancing Africa's Development

🌍 Artificial Intelligence in Rural Research: Advancing Africa's Development 🌾 As we enter 2025, I’m thrilled to kickstart the year by championing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Rural Research, a critical focus area for Africa's sustainable development. This initiative resonates with our shared mission at Programos Foundation, in collaboration with the UN World Summit Awards, WSA the UN @ICT4SIDS Strategic Planning Initiatives, Tertiary Institutions across Africa, Africa IPv6 Cybersecurity and global partners, to leverage AI as a tool for transformative rural progress, in the wake of a new internet framework changing the whole landscape with developing concerns for Africa. The OCCAM, the Observatory on Digital Communication in special Consultative status at UN ECOSOC Infopoverty World Conference Programme has long been a beacon for empowering underrepresented communities through innovation. This year, we align our efforts to drive sustainable intensification in rural Africa, targeting low-hanging fruits where AI can have the most immediate and scalable impact: 🌾 Precision Agriculture: AI-powered tools to optimize farming practices, increase yield, and combat food insecurity. 🏥 Healthcare Access: Telemedicine and AI diagnostics to reach underserved rural areas. 📚 Education: Adaptive AI systems to bridge learning gaps and localize content in native languages. 🔋 Renewable Energy Deployment: Smart solutions to power off-grid communities. 💡 Economic Empowerment: AI-driven marketplaces and financial inclusion tools to uplift rural entrepreneurs. Join me on Day 5 - Saturday, February 1st, 2025, as we launch this vital conversation and unveil actionable frameworks to bring AI closer to the heart of Africa’s rural communities at the Global Forum for Sustainable Rural Development (GFSRD). Together, we can transform lives and accelerate development, ensuring no one is left behind in this digital age. Let’s collaborate to make 2025 a year of impactful innovation. 🌟 hashtag#ArtificialIntelligence hashtag#RuralDevelopment hashtag#SustainableAfrica hashtag#InnovationForGood hashtag#ProgramosFoundation hashtag#UNICT4SIDS hashtag#IPV6 hashtag#WorldSummitAwards hashtag#Innovationbed-AI hashtag#NGESolutionsInc hashtag#HarrisburgUniversity Innovationbed.AI (WSANigeria), Innovationbed Academy4AI (Gambia), and every African regional ecosystem of hashtag#InnovationbedAfrica

WSANigeria Enterpreneurship and Innovation Conference @UNILAG

Join Us at the WSA_Nigeria Entrepreneurship and Innovation Conference (WSA_NEIC 2024) I am delighted to share that in just three days, we will conclude the impactful World Summit Awards (Nigeria) graduate and undergraduate student programme intervention on Entrepreneurship and Innovation Conference. The event will take place at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Lagos Campus, Akoka, Lagos. As the UN-based WSA Eminent National Expert for Nigeria, I proudly join WSA Youth Ambassadors, @Samuel Johnson and @Oyindamola Osinubi, in welcoming distinguished guests: Prof. Folasade Tolulope Ogunsola, Vice-Chancellor, UNILAG Prof. Ayodele Victoria Atsenuwa, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UNILAG Prof. Oluwatoyin T. Ogundipe, Pro-Chancellor, Redeemer's University & Former Vice-Chancellor, UNILAG Mr. Lekan Ajisafe, CEO, Post Assurance Brokers This remarkable event is brought to life through the partnership of the UNILAG Entrepreneurship and Skills Centre, Innovationbed-AI Mentorship Academy (WSANigeria), and several other esteemed organizations. The World Summit Awards (WSA) is a UN-based global initiative that connects and showcases digital innovations that improve society. Its relevance spans every country and economy, offering a unique platform for: Empowering Local Talent: By identifying and promoting cutting-edge digital solutions that address local challenges. Encouraging Cross-Sectoral Collaboration: By bringing together academia, businesses, government, and civil society to foster innovation-driven solutions. Enhancing National Development: By aligning innovations with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring a sustainable impact. Promoting Economic Growth: By empowering institutions, startups, and young entrepreneurs to contribute meaningfully to their national economies. Building Global Networks: By connecting innovators with international mentors, investors, and like-minded peers. Past WSA Winners include but not limited to: BudgIT Nigeria, Peter Ihesie @iPoliceMobile, Luqman Balogun @Carrot.ng, Oare Ehiemua-Ochui, LaborHack, Fauzuddeen Mahmud, Hamzat Lawal @followthemoney, Siro Collins, Skooqs, Oluwadamilola Ojo, Chekkit Technologies Corp. Dare Odumade -- view more here: https://lnkd.in/dnM4j6uU We encourage everyone passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and societal transformation to join this powerful conversation. 📌 Register now to be part of the conference: https://lu.ma/x7ew4wgn The University of Lagos (UNILAG) is set to host the World Summit Awards (WSA) Nigeria Entrepreneurship & Innovation Conference (NEIC) 2024 on Saturday, December 21, 2024. With the theme: Promoting Digital Innovations Geared towards Creating Sustainable Solutions the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Conference is scheduled to commence at 9:00 a.m. prompt at the Faculty of Social Science Lecture Theatre, UNILAG. The event will focus on the potential of technology to create sustainable, impactful solutions for a better future. This is part of WSA’s global initiative dedicated to celebrating and advancing digital solutions that address global challenges. Together, let’s champion innovation and foster a brighter future! Warm regards, Emmanuel Amos UN-based WSA Eminent National Expert (Nigeria)

WSA (Nigeria) Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp @UNILAG 2024

UN WORLD SUMMIT AWARDS (Nigeria) Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp @UNILAG 2024 WSA Nigeria Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp 2024 Theme: "Promoting Digital Innovations Geared at Creating Sustainable Solutions" Date: December 5th-7th 2024 Location: Online: https://bit.ly/3ZtvF0L This is the zoom link to share Backed by: Inovationbed Africa Welcome Message Join us for a transformative 3-day bootcamp designed to empower entrepreneurs and businesses with actionable insights and strategies for sustainable growth. Learn from industry experts, connect with fellow innovators, and pitch your ideas to potential investors. Day 1: Foundational Strategies for Startups & Businesses Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Time Topic Speaker Notes Opening Remarks Amos Emmanuel WSA National Experts Opening Remark Arslan Dawood Faculty, NGE-Innovationbed Samuel Johnson WSA Youth Ambassador - Convener Special Guest’s Welcome Address 10:00 – 11:00 AM Understanding Market Needs and Crafting a Unique Value Proposition Shamsuddeen Muhammad Author: The Role of Digital Technology Towards Empowering Youth in the 21st Century 11:00 – 11:10 AM Break 11:10 – 12:10 PM Building a Scalable Business Model and Customer Acquisition Strategies Elijah Moses WSA National Nominee 2024 and Innovator for VerionX App 12:10 – 12:20 PM Break 12:20 – 1:20 PM Building a Brand Identity and Awareness Ehigbai Ohiwerei Founder Shadowscribes 1:20 – 1:30 PM Break 1:30 – 2:00 PM Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways Amos Emmanuel, and Samuel Johnson WSA Youth Ambassador Day 2: Business Operations, Financial Management, and Growth Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Time Topic Speaker Notes 10:00 – 11:00 AM Streamlining Operations and Budgeting for Efficiency Oluwaseun Tobusun Agbejimi COO of TradeFi- 11:00 – 11:10 AM Break 11:10 – 12:10 PM Basics of Financial Management, Funding Options, and Financial Forecasting Olufemi Chris Financial Analyst 12:10 – 12:20 PM Break 12:20 – 1:20 PM Developing a Scalable Growth Strategy Edith Irogbalachi Business Development Associate at Comercio Partners- 1:20 – 1:30 PM Break 91:30 – 2:00 PM Wrap-Up & Key Takeaways Oyindamola Osinubi WSA Youth Ambassador Day 3: More on Digital Solutions Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Time Topic Speaker Notes 10:00 – 11:00 AM Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategies Adekitan Issac Adeyemi Certified Ambassador, Bellwether International AI Governance Enthusiast 11:00 – 11:10 AM Break 11:10 – 12:10 PM Preparing and Perfecting Your Investor Pitch Oluwadamilola Ojo Founder, Skooqs WSA Youth Innovation Winner Nigeria’s Flagbearer@Mexico WSA Winners’ Congress 12:10 – 12:20 PM Break 12:20 – 1:20 PM Taking Market-Ready Action on SDGs by People Under the Age of 26 Moses Oluwatowo Amos WSA Youth Ambassador for Nigeria Programos Foundation Highlighting innovations from peers worldwide and showcasing baseline products serves as a foundation for our youth to leapfrog into creating impactful solutions as forward-thinking innovators. 1:20 – 1:30 PM Break 1:30 – 2:00 PM Spotlighting the global champion: As Nigeria's flag bearer, Soyombo serves as an inspiration for young innovators in Nigeria, showcasing the potential of youth-led solutions to address societal challenges and contribute to global progress. She stood out best in her category in Mexico. Closing Remarks and Awards Amos Emmanuel WSA National Expert for Nigeria Watersam Seizing this opportunity to reflect on the performance of Global Champion along 1. Inspiration and Role Model, 2. Global Acknowledgment: Participation in the WSA Winners Congress signifies that Damilola Soyombo's innovation under education has been recognized not only on a national scale but also internationally, affirming its relevance and excellence among peers from around the world. Why Attend? - Gain actionable insights from top industry experts. - Learn critical strategies for business operations, finance, and growth. - Network with like-minded professionals and potential investors. - Perfect your pitching skills and showcase your ideas to investors. Join us for an unforgettable learning experience that will help you drive innovation and sustainable solutions!

Capital Market KYC Policy Enforcement Executive Workshop

Programos Software Group will be responding to market policy review demanding an immediate enforcement of a secure KYC Policy requiring the flagging of accounts with incomplete KYC (Know Your Customer) in CiFixPro Orders Management System (OMS) Executive Summary: Capital Market KYC Policy Enforcement & Regulatory AutoComply Awareness Workshop Welcome to this pivotal workshop on Capital Market KYC Policy Enforcement and Regulatory AutoComply Awareness, a program designed to empower market operators with cutting-edge strategies, tools, and best practices for navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. The event emphasizes the importance of data governance, seamless compliance, and operational excellence as critical drivers of sustainable growth in the capital market ecosystem. At the forefront of this initiative is Programos Software Group, a trailblazer in capital market automation and technology innovation across Africa. With over two decades of industry leadership, Programos Software Group continues to redefine standards with its flagship solution, CloudIntegra 3.0x Premium Edition. This state-of-the-art platform is a hallmark of visionary leadership, offering unmatched automation, intuitive workflows, and intelligent compliance management to streamline operations for capital market operators. Below is a detailed checklist for your operations attention: KYC Incompleteness Checklist and Compliance Scores totalling 100%: CloudIntegra Basic Information - 25%: Missing full name or inconsistent with documentation. (5%) No date of birth or incorrect format/data (5%) . Contact details missing (phone number, email, or address) (10%) . Biometric Verification: (10%) . Image capture. Means Identity Verification: (10%) . National ID, passport, or driver's license availability. (5%) Expiry Status. (5%) Certificate of Incorporation (10%) . Certificate of incorporation for Corporate Accounts Only. (5%) Address Verification: (10%) . No utility bill, lease agreement, or other proof of address submitted. Address proof provided is outdated or illegible. Financial Information: (10%) . Missing bank account details for payment processing. Tax Identification Number (TIN) or other local financial identifiers not provided. Additional Regulatory Requirements: (10%) . Occupation or source of funds not declared (if required by jurisdiction). Politically Exposed Person (PEP) status not identified. CloudIntegra will resume your data governance verifications upon activation and implement system rules that automatically detect and flag accounts with missing or invalid KYC details in line with the above. It will also resume Notification and Escalation by Setting up automated alerts to notify flagged users and CI Compliance departments. Executive Training Programme is hereby announced for your compliance and operations personnel to attend virtually come December 4th, 2024. Actions to Address Incomplete KYC: User Communication: Send notifications (email, SMS, or in-app alerts) explaining what is missing and how to update their KYC. Provide deadlines for resubmission and consequences of inaction (e.g., account suspension). Grace Period: Allow users a specific time to update their KYC to avoid disruption of service. Temporary Restrictions: Limit activities (e.g., order placement, fund withdrawal) for flagged accounts until KYC is completed. Escalation Protocol: Escalate long-pending cases to compliance or legal teams for further review. System Enhancements: Add dashboards for real-time KYC completeness tracking. Integrate automated reminders and document validation systems. Reporting: Generate reports for internal and regulatory compliance audits on flagged accounts. Technology Integration: API Validation: Use external services to validate documents (e.g., OCR, government ID checks). Database Matching: Cross-check with watchlists, such as AML or sanction lists. Machine Learning: Implement algorithms to identify potential fraud or discrepancies in submitted documents. This checklist and approach will ensure a streamlined and complaint handling of incomplete KYC issues within your OMS. Quiz: Data Governance for AutoComply Implementation What is the primary objective of data governance in the context of AutoComply automation? a) To minimize server usage b) To ensure accurate, complete, and secure management of data c) To reduce employee workload d) To automate financial transactions Which of the following is NOT a subtask under Basic Report Details? a) Report date b) Bank code c) Transaction type d) Branch code What is a key governance focus for Customer KYC Information? a) Collecting excessive data for potential future use b) Automating manual financial calculations c) Protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) d) Reducing the size of customer data files Why is standardization important in data governance? a) To ensure consistency across records b) To make data easier to delete c) To simplify user interfaces d) To allow unrestricted data sharing What is the recommended method for managing Personally Identifiable Information (PII)? a) Share with all employees to promote transparency b) Use secure access controls and encryption c) Convert it into an unstructured format d) Store it in external cloud servers without restrictions Which subtask is part of Transaction Details? a) Customer type b) Identification number c) Linked/connected accounts d) Email What does role-based access control achieve in data governance? a) Prevents unauthorized access to data b) Reduces the number of employees in the organization c) Automates all reporting requirements d) Eliminates the need for audit logs What should organizations regularly audit to maintain data quality? a) Employee attendance b) Data completeness, accuracy, and consistency c) Customer complaints d) Financial performance What is the purpose of cross-validation in customer data governance? a) To ensure customer data aligns with regulatory requirements b) To simplify the registration process c) To eliminate duplicates from financial reports d) To reduce the number of data fields Which metric can be used to measure the success of data governance implementation? a) Number of customer complaints b) Data completeness rate c) Reduction in software installation times d) Increase in server capacity Answers Key (For Reference): b c c a b c a b a b

"Yes, we have only five years left to achieve the SDGs. Yes, the setbacks are real, and the challenges are immense."

Amina Mohammed

Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations

"Programos Software Group (Innovationbed Hub for AI & IPv6 Productivity) gave me the push I needed to build my first ML project."

Aisha M.

"The facilitators were top-notch, and the content was very beginner friendly."

Tunde O.

"I was skeptical at first, but this is the most impactful program I've joined."

Mary J.

"From zero knowledge to building real-world models. Forever grateful!"

Ibrahim K.