In collaboration with NMA and NAPON
Scientific Programme & Faculty
Discover the perspectives, technologies and partnerships shaping the future of surgery. Explore faculty presentations, keynote addresses, expert panels, oral scientific abstracts, industry innovations and dedicated partner and sponsor sessions across all three days.
Where surgical expertise meets innovation
Join an international gathering of surgeons, clinicians, researchers, educators, health-system leaders and industry innovators. The programme explores advances in robotic and minimally invasive surgery while creating space for meaningful scientific exchange, research visibility, technology demonstrations and strategic partnerships.
Speakers, roles & presentation topics
This page outlines scientific content and participants. A detailed timed agenda will be published separately.
Robotic Surgery, Emerging Technologies and Global Surgical Innovation
Keynote addresses · Faculty scientific presentations · Oral abstract presentations · Industry presentations · Partner & sponsor sessions
His Excellency, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu
Executive Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria
Positioning Lagos as a Hub for Surgical Innovation: Government Leadership, Investment and Equitable Access to Advanced Healthcare
Prof. Adebusola A. Owokole
Founder & CEO, The Operating Room Global (TORG)
Advancing Surgical Innovation, Skills and Access: The Global Vision and Strategic Priorities of TORG
Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme
Professor of Urology; Consultant Urological Surgeon; Wrexham Glyndŵr University, Wales; CEO, The Prostate Clinic
The Evolution of Robotic Urological Surgery: Technological Milestones and Future Frontiers
Prof. John Imaralu
Professor and Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Babcock University Teaching Hospital
Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery in Nigeria: Current Practice and Emerging Techniques
Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi
Special Adviser on Health to the Governor of Lagos State
Public-Private Partnerships for Advanced Surgical Technology Adoption in Lagos State
Dr. Hammed Ninalowo
Interventional Radiologist; Founder/CEO, IRDOCNIGERIA; Co-founder, Accuread Teleradiology; President, SAFIRE
Interventional Radiology: Expanding the Frontiers of Image-Guided Minimally Invasive Treatment
Dr. Adeoluwa Adeniji
Chief Medical Director, MeCure Cancer Centre; Consultant Clinical and Radiation Oncologist
Precision Oncology: Integrating Advanced Imaging and Targeted Treatment Technologies
Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu
Medical Director/CEO, Twinex Medical Centre; Immediate Past National First Vice President, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA)
The Role of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) in Advancing Surgical Innovation, Professional Advocacy and Access to Modern Surgical Care
Dr. Chidi Achebe
Chairman and CEO, AIDE/AIDE Africa Group; Healthcare Strategy and Investment
Financing Robotic Surgery: Investment Models, Capital Partnerships and Sustainable Infrastructure
The Future of Robotic Surgery: Global Innovation, Investment and Equitable Access
Moderator: Dr. Michael Erhayanmen (Amb.P)
Chairperson, TORG-NG; Media Editor, World Journal of Surgery; Global SOTA Fellow, G4 Alliance; Global Surgery and Cancer Advocate
Panel faculty
- Prof. Kingsley Ekwueme
- Dr. Benjamin Olowojebutu
- Dr. Chidi Achebe
- Dr. Hammed Ninalowo
- Mr. Christopher Adeyemi Olaniyan – Chairman, NAPON Lagos State Chapter
- Comrade Bunmi Lawal-Aiyedun – Paediatric Practitioner; Community Mobiliser, Patient Advocate and Health Systems Strengthening Speaker
Industry Innovation & Technology Presentations
Robotic surgical systems, advanced imaging, navigation technologies and emerging surgical platforms.
Participating companies and presentation details will be announced as arrangements are finalised.
Partnership & Sponsor Spotlight
Technology adoption, investment partnerships, healthcare infrastructure and expanding access to advanced surgical technologies.
Dedicated opportunities for participating organisations to share initiatives and build strategic connections.
Research & Innovation Abstracts
Selected original research will be presented orally. Presentation titles and presenters will be announced following scientific review and acceptance notifications.
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques, Clinical Outcomes and Patient Safety
Keynote addresses · Faculty scientific presentations · Oral abstract presentations · Industry presentations · Partner & sponsor sessions
Her Excellency, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu
First Lady of Lagos State, Nigeria
Advancing Patient-Centred Surgical Care: Women’s Health, Patient Safety and Equitable Access to Minimally Invasive Surgery
Prof. Obi Davies Ekwenna
Professor and Vice-Chair, Department of Urology, University of Toledo; Robotic, Transplant and Urological Surgeon; CEO, Robomed Academy
Robotic Urological Surgery: Contemporary Clinical Applications and Patient Outcomes
Dr. Dayo Ajayi
Executive Chairman, Renaissance Medical Centre; Surgeon with Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and Surgical Oncology Expertise
Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Advanced Techniques and Clinical Applications
Dr. Usman Bello
Consultant Surgeon, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano; Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery in Nigeria: Patient Selection, Operative Techniques and Outcomes
Prof. Kehinde Okunade
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology; Chairman, NMA Lagos Branch
Quality and Safety in Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery: Evidence, Complications and Outcomes
Dr. Ekaette Joseph-Isang
Physician Executive and Healthcare Strategy Consultant; RiteBridge Consultants
Value-Based Surgical Care: Measuring Outcomes, Cost-Effectiveness and Patient Value
Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide
Paediatric Surgeon, Lagos University Teaching Hospital; Global Surgery and Health Systems Strengthening
Paediatric Minimally Invasive Surgery: Adapting Techniques for Children in Resource-Limited Settings
Dr. Toyin Akande-Ajala
Founder/Medical Director, JBS Gerontology Centre; Geriatrician
Minimally Invasive Surgery in Older Adults: Frailty Assessment and Perioperative Risk Optimisation
Dr. Rotimi Dada
Head, Department of Nursing, Anchor University, Lagos; Former Head of Theatre Services, LUTH
Human Factors and Team Communication in Robotic and Minimally Invasive Operating Rooms
Dr. Olugbenga Ojo
Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospitals, Ile-Ife
Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery: Advances in Techniques, Patient Outcomes and Future Opportunities in Nigeria
Dr. Nelson D. Egwu
Medical Director/CEO, Goodnews Specialist Hospital & Maternity Limited, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic Surgery in Gynaecological Practice: Clinical Applications, Patient Selection and Outcomes
Dr. Olalekan Oke
Assistant Professor of General Surgery, Canada
Minimally Invasive Hepatopancreatobiliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery: Contemporary Techniques and Clinical Decision-Making
Advancing Minimally Invasive Surgery: Global Best Practices, Training and Sustainable Implementation
Moderator: Dr. Tolu Fanibuyan’Sr
Global Director, MedxTech; MedTech/Biotechnology and Biomedical Innovation Researcher
Panel faculty
- Prof. Obi Davies Ekwenna
- Dr. Usman Bello
- Prof. Kehinde Okunade
- Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide
- Prof. Akhere Omonkhua – CEO, Africa Research Excellence Fund; Professor, University of Benin
- Dr. Rotimi Dada
- Prof. Omokhoa Adeleye – Professor and Consultant, Public Health and Community Medicine, University of Benin and UBTH
- Mr. Ojekhekpen Sunday – Director of Nursing & Operations, Alliance Hospital, Abuja; Faculty Lead, TORG-GET
- Mrs. Temitope Dokunmu – Former Chair, Lagos State NAPON; Lecturer, Anchor University
- Dr. Nelson D. Egwu
- Dr. Olalekan Oke
Industry Innovation & Technology Presentations
Laparoscopic and endoscopic instruments, surgical energy devices, imaging solutions and technologies supporting patient safety.
Participating companies and presentation details will be announced as arrangements are finalised.
Partnership & Sponsor Spotlight
Clinical technology integration, professional training partnerships, equipment procurement and sustainable implementation of minimally invasive surgery.
Dedicated opportunities for participating organisations to share initiatives and build strategic connections.
Research & Innovation Abstracts
Selected original research will be presented orally. Presentation titles and presenters will be announced following scientific review and acceptance notifications.
Congress Gala Dinner
An evening of professional networking and celebration of surgical innovation.
Surgical Education, Artificial Intelligence, Research and Health Systems Innovation
Keynote addresses · Faculty scientific presentations · Oral abstract presentations · Industry presentations · Partner & sponsor sessions
Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa
Honourable Minister of Education, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Strengthening Medical and Technical Education for Nigeria’s Future Surgical Workforce
Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi
Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos State on Health
Building Sustainable Surgical Health Systems: Policy, Workforce Development, Research and Innovation
Prof. Omokhoa Adeleye
Professor and Consultant, Public Health and Community Medicine, University of Benin and University of Benin Teaching Hospital
Artificial Intelligence in Surgical Research: Ethical Governance, Validation and Responsible Innovation
Mr. Abdulkarim Abdulwahab
National Chairman, National Association of Perioperative Nurses of Nigeria (NAPON)
The Role of the National Association of Perioperative Nurses of Nigeria (NAPON) in Building Workforce Readiness for Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery
Dr. Taiwo Opeyemi Alabi
Urologist and Robotic Surgeon
Establishing Robotic Urology Services in Nigeria: Institutional Readiness and Implementation Challenges
Prof. Akhere Omonkhua
CEO, Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF); Professor, Department of Medical Biochemistry, University of Benin
Building Research Excellence for Surgical Innovation in Africa: Capacity Development, Funding and Sustainable Partnerships
Prof. Moji Ariyo
Chief Medical Director, Babcock University Teaching Hospital
Academic Medical Centres as Hubs for Surgical Research, Innovation and Specialist Training
Dr. Ademola Dada
CEO, Redeemer’s Health Village, Mowe, Ogun State
Developing Sustainable Healthcare Facilities for Advanced Robotic Surgical Services: Infrastructure and Operational Planning
Comrade Bunmi Lawal-Aiyedun
Paediatric Practitioner; Community Mobiliser, Patient Advocate and Health Systems Strengthening Speaker
Community Engagement and Patient Advocacy: Improving Access to Safe Surgical Care in Nigeria
Mrs. Sarah Kumi
Perioperative Professional Involved in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Developing Practical Competencies for Minimally Invasive Surgical Instrumentation and Equipment Management
Industry Innovation & Technology Presentations
AI-enabled surgical technologies, virtual reality simulation, surgical training platforms, digital health and research innovation.
Participating companies and presentation details will be announced as arrangements are finalised.
Partnership & Sponsor Spotlight
Workforce development, research collaborations, educational partnerships, innovation funding and long-term healthcare technology partnerships.
Dedicated opportunities for participating organisations to share initiatives and build strategic connections.
Research & Innovation Abstracts
Selected original research will be presented orally. Presentation titles and presenters will be announced following scientific review and acceptance notifications.
Scientific Awards, Congress Recommendations & Closing Ceremony
Celebrating scientific contributions and opportunities for continued collaboration.
Connect with the people shaping surgical care
Beyond scientific learning, Lagos 2027 offers an opportunity to explore surgical technologies, engage with clinical and institutional stakeholders, exchange ideas with international experts and identify collaborative pathways for adoption, training and investment.