Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), will lead a group of technology industry leaders at the sixth edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH), scheduled to take place on November 13 in Lagos.
The event will bring together policymakers, investors, technology executives and founders to discuss the opportunities and challenges influencing Africa’s digital economy.
AfriTECH 6.0 will be held at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos, under the theme, “The Next $1 Trillion Opportunity: Building Africa Through Technology.” Discussions will examine the infrastructure, investment, policies and innovations required to transform Africa’s digital potential into sustainable economic growth.
Industry Leaders Confirmed as Speakers
Dr. Maida will be joined by Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON); Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani, Chief Executive Officer of Digital Realty Nigeria; and James Agada, founder of Ixzdore Laboratories Limited.
Dr. Aminu Maida
Dr. Aminu Maida serves as the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission. Before his appointment in 2023, he was Executive Director of Technology and Operations at Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS), where he worked on technology standards and interoperability within Nigeria’s electronic payments ecosystem.
His previous positions include Chief Technology Officer at Arca Payments Network and roles at Cisco Systems and UK telecommunications company EE. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Bath.
Engr. Gbenga Adebayo
Engr. Gbenga Adebayo is the Chairman of ALTON, an organisation representing licensed telecommunications operators in Nigeria.
His professional career includes 19 years at Siemens in Germany and service as General Manager of VGC Communications before establishing Communication Network Support Services Limited (CNSSL).
He also has business interests in broadcasting, publishing and other sectors. He is the author of Telecom in Nigeria: A Role in the Call.
Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani
Engr. Ikechukwu Nnamani is the Chief Executive Officer of Digital Realty Nigeria, formerly known as Medallion Data Centres Limited.
He has led the company’s data centre operations for more than 16 years, overseeing infrastructure that serves telecommunications operators, internet service providers, submarine cable systems and other digital service providers.
His work has contributed to the development of interconnected telecommunications and data centre infrastructure in Nigeria and other African markets.
James Agada
James Agada is the founder of Ziemozi Solutions and Ixzdore Laboratories Limited, an innovation hub and consultancy focused on developing smart technologies and strengthening local technical capabilities. He currently serves as President of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON).
Agada previously served as Chief Executive Officer of CWG Plc after holding technology leadership positions within the company, including Chief Technology Officer.
He graduated in Electronic Engineering from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and holds an MBA from IESE Business School in Spain.
AfriTECH 6.0 to Feature Africa Tech Alliance Excellence Awards
The sixth edition of the forum will also host the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence Awards (ATAEx), which recognises contributions to Africa’s technology, telecommunications, fintech and digital economy sectors.
A Conversation Africa Cannot Afford to Postpone
Africa’s digital economy continues to attract investments, support emerging technology businesses and expand digital financial services. However, infrastructure gaps, regulatory fragmentation and limited access to capital remain major obstacles to broader and more sustainable growth.
AfriTECH 6.0 seeks to bring policymakers, investors and industry operators together for direct discussions on addressing these challenges and developing the infrastructure, platforms and businesses needed to support the continent’s next phase of economic development.
“For five years, AfriTECH has been a room where the real conversations happen,” said Chike Onwuegbuchi, Co-Convener of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum.
“With this sixth edition, we are raising the ambition. The trillion-dollar question is not rhetorical, it is a challenge we are asking every person in that room to help answer with precision, with honesty, and with actionable direction.”
Previous editions of AfriTECH have brought together senior executives from banking, fintech, telecommunications and technology companies, alongside regulators, policymakers, founders, investors and media professionals.
Partnership and Attendance
AfriTECH 6.0 is open to partners, sponsors, delegates and members of the press. Organisations interested in partnership opportunities, exhibitions or delegate participation are encouraged to contact the organising team.
About the Africa Tech Alliance Excellence Awards (ATAEx)
The Africa Tech Alliance Excellence Awards recognises organisations, founders and industry leaders whose work contributes to the growth of Africa’s technology sector and digital economy. The awards are held alongside AfriTECH.
About the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH)
The Africa Tech Alliance Forum is an annual platform that brings together stakeholders to discuss the infrastructure, policy, investment and innovation priorities shaping Africa’s digital economy.
AfriTECH 6.0 is supported by media partners, including ITRealms.com.ng, ITPulse.com.ng, DigitalTimesng.com, TechnologyMirror.com.ng, CyberEra.com.ng, TechTrends.Africa, TechBuild.Africa, NigeriaCommunicationsWeek.com.ng, RaveNewsOnline.com, TechLifeWithUgo, Digivation Network, TechTv, Swift Reporters, TechBizandNews, among others.
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