The 20th edition of the Titans of Tech Awards, held at the weekend, was a spectacular celebration of innovation and excellence in Nigeria’s ICT industry. The event, marked by glamour and dazzle, opened with an enchanting performance by the national dance troupe, setting the stage for a memorable and exciting evening.
The highlight of the evening was the cutting of the anniversary cake and the unveiling of the highly anticipated book, _50 Most Influential ICT Innovators in Nigeria_ . This book not only celebrates the trailblazers of the past but also acknowledges the ongoing contributions of industry leaders who continue to shape the future of technology.
The ceremony was graced by Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, who was represented by Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Hon. Ogbede Ifaluyi-Isibor, and a prestigious array of honourees, including beneficiaries of the Lifetime Achievement Award, Engr. Dr. Ernest Ndukwe, who is Chairman of MTN Nigeria; Chairman of Alpha Technologies, Col. Aiyegbeni Peters;
Founder of CWG, Austin Okere; CEO Mobile Software Solutions, Chris Uwaje; and former Managing Director of First Atlantic Bank and one-time Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Femi Pedro.
Thirteen distinguished individuals were inducted into the Titans of Tech Hall of Fame, recognizing their exceptional contributions and enduring impact on the ICT sector. The Hall of Fame inductees included Obaseki; CEO Newwaves Ecosystem Limited, Femi Williams; Founder/President, Royal FM 95.1Mhz, Gbenga Adebayo; Managing Director of Alpha Technologies, Margaret Peters;
and Founder of Programos Software, and InnovationBed, Amos Emmanuel.
Others included General Manager of Ezzential Global Services Limited, Oyesola Awodiya; President of the Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria, Tony Emoekpere; pioneer Chief Executive Officer of Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria, Muhammed Rudman; Managing Director of Digital Realty, Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani; Chairman of Africa Data Centres Association, Ayotunde Coker; Founder/CEO of Ethnos Cyber Limited, Peter Ejiofor; CEO Cedarview, Olawale Owoeye; CEO Zoracom, John Nwachukwu; Managing Director of Netaccess Systems, Pastor Lekan Balogun; and
and Managing Director of Tranter IT, Lare Ayoola.
In his welcome address, Don Pedro Aganbi celebrated the remarkable journey of the Titans of Tech Awards, reflecting on the evolution of the ICT industry and its visionary leaders. He emphasised the
evening’s significance in honouring past achievements while envisioning a future brimming with potential.
The Nigerian Communications Commission won the Pan African Telecommunication Regulator of the year, and Outstanding Public Service Communications Team of the Year Awards; ALX emerged as the Most Innovative EdTech Company of
the Year; while MTN clinched the Best Telecom Company of the decade Award.
Among other winners are Digital Realty (Best Global Data Centre Platform of the Year), Itel (Best Customer Choice Smartphone Brand of the Year), NetAccess (Best Broadband Company of the Year),
Hyperspace Technologies (Most Innovative Web3 Security Solutions provider of the Year), Alpha Technologies (Most Innovative Value Added Company of the Year), Tecpoint Global Services
(Enterprise Solution Company of the Year) and ipNX (Digital Connectivity Company of the Year Award).
NewGlobe was awarded the Pan African Digital Learning platform Award, while One Data scooped the
ISP of the Year Award. Others are: Zoracom (Excellence in Cybersecurity Award), Covenant University (Most Innovative Tertiary Institution of the Year, Tobi Ayeni, Most Innovative Digital Content Creator of the Year), and Royal Ibeh (Most Innovative ICT Reporter of the Year).
The Titans of Tech Awards continue to be a hub of excellence, celebrating those who drive the industry forward and inspire future generations of innovators.
