By Angeline Mgbele, Bureau Chief, Northern Nigeria
In a move aimed at building strategic partnerships towards a more connected Digital Nigeria, the ntel Executive Team led by its MD/CEO, Soji Maurice-Diya, has visited Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote.
Joining the ntel MD/CEO were the Chief Operations Officer, Afolabi Oladunjoye; Chief Technical Consultant, Kingsley Uwazie; GM, Corporate Communications & Sustainability, Ariyike Akinbobola; GM, Regulatory & Government Affairs / Abuja Operations, Ochai Audu; and IT/PMO, David Oluyele.
The engagement provided an opportunity for meaningful discussions on innovation, industry growth, Nigeria’s evolving ICT landscape, and the future of digital connectivity in the country, with bias on cybersecurity and effective and efficient management of critical stakeholder data.
There were also discussions around the criticality of innovative ICT solutions and opportunities to expand access to connectivity that supports businesses, empowers communities, and creates greater digital opportunities for Nigerians. The engagement further highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships and collaboration in advancing Nigeria’s digital transformation and strengthening the ICT ecosystem.
The highlight of the visit was the presentation of an ntel Appreciation Award to Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote.
Ntel stated: “As a company committed to advancing digital connectivity in Nigeria, ntel recognises the important role that robust telecommunications infrastructure plays in enabling a secure, inclusive and digitally empowered Nigeria.
We commend NIMC for its continued contribution to strengthening Nigeria’s digital identity ecosystem, driving inclusion and supporting the country’s digital transformation journey.
We look forward to exploring opportunities for collaboration and contributing to an ecosystem where technology, identity and connectivity work together to create greater value for Nigerians.
Here’s to stronger partnerships and a more digitally connected Nigeria.”
