Introduction
Nigeria is facing one of the biggest brain drains in its history. Young people are migrating in droves, chasing better opportunities abroad. But what if we flipped the script?
What if we turned this brain drain into brain gain
Converge exists to create a space for young Nigerians across the world to share ideas, collaborate, and give back. Connect the diaspora to the local ecosystem in meaningful, actionable ways. Build bridges between global talent and local opportunities — because Nigeria’s future needs everyone on deck. We’re not waiting for others to “fix it.” We’re doing it ourselves, one connection at a time.
ABOUT CONVERGE
Converge is more than an event, it’s a movement. It is where Nigeria’s brightest young talents at home and abroad meet, connect, and build the future together.
Born from a vision to bridge borders and harness global experiences for local impact, Converge gathers the next generation of leaders across various industries and institutions. We don’t just talk about the diaspora, we bring them home, physically and emotionally, to shape Nigeria’s future.
The flagship 2024 event brought together attendees from seven countries: Nigeria, Kenya, the UK, Ireland, the USA, the Netherlands and Canada, working across Finance, Tech, Legal, Consulting, Healthcare, Engineering, International Development, Media, Sport and Entertainment.
With so many young Nigerians returning home each year for Detty December, Converge is designed to ensure we’re having meaningful conversations and building valuable connections in the midst of the celebrations.
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Supported by
Keynote speaker: Tunde Onokoya
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World-renowned chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums
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THE TEAM
Supported by
Keynote speaker: Tunde Onokoya
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World-renowned chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums
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Partner with Converge
Nigeria’s brightest minds are gathering and your brand should be there.
By partnering with Converge, you’re not just supporting an event; you’re backing the future of Nigerian innovation, leadership, and collaboration
As a Partner, you get
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Build
Build partnerships and connect with future changemakers
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Insights
Gain valuable insights into emerging market trends and innovative strategies
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Brand
Brand positioning as a champion of young talent and diaspora collaboration
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Access
Give your best employees access to their brightest peers globally.
Frequently asked questions
Young Nigerian professionals (Aged 20-35) from home and the diaspora across banking, tech, consulting, healthcare, and the creative industries.
No! We welcome attendees from across the world — the diaspora is part of our story.
Converge is a free, invitation-only event designed to bring together a curated community of brilliant minds. There are a few ways to receive an invitation:
✔ Be recognised as a thought leader or have a visible professional/social profile.
✔ Get referred by a past or current Converge attendee.
✔ Fill out our interest form to tell us about yourself and why you’d like to join.
We’re always looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, innovation, and global-local impact. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
Converge 2025 will take place in Lagos, Nigeria, on December 21, 2025.
No. Converge is about real connection, shared experiences, and building a powerful global-local network. Expect guided networking, thought-provoking panels, and unforgettable energy.
We’re currently speaking to partners and sponsors for Converge 2025. Get in touch with us by sending an email to converge@thetobigeorge.com
