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Lateef Okunade

Lateef Okunade Wins Technology Excellence Award at Tech Trailblazer Visionary Prize

Lateef Okunade, a data scientist, was honored with the Technology Excellence Award at the esteemed ...

  • 23 September 2023
  • Award
David Okonkwo

David Okonkwo Redefined Integrity in West African Youth Leadership

Awards often follow achievements, but in 2023 the West Africa Youth Council chose to spotlight ...

  • 20 September 2023
  • Award
Financial Inclusion Award

Digcey Technologies Wins Financial Inclusion Award for Driving the Future of Digital Finance

Financial technology has reshaped how people and businesses interact with money. What was once a ...

  • 12 May 2023
  • Award
National Technology Innovation Honors

Driving Change in 2022: Aisha Kareem Wins the Business Innovation Excellence Award

As Nigeria’s economy began a slow recovery from the turbulence of the previous year, businesses ...

  • 15 December 2022
  • Award
Oluwaseyi Folorunsho

Business and Entreprise Awards Honored Fatai Folorunsho with Business Innovation Excellence Award

In a moment that celebrated ingenuity and influential leadership, Oluwaseyi Fatai Folorunsho, was presented with ...

  • 12 December 2022
  • Award
Supply Chain Technology: Driving Business Success

Tunde Balogun’s Digital Transformation of Enterprises: 2022 Technology Venture Leadership Award Winner

Across industries, digital transformation has become the defining challenge of the modern enterprise. As organizations ...

  • 10 December 2022
  • Award
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Council for Business Innovation and Excellence: Advancing a New Era of Entrepreneurial Standards

Refining innovation is one thing, recognizing the kind that lasts is another. That’s the philosophy ...

  • 28 October 2022
  • Award
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Vista Wins Supply Chain Excellence Award at the Visionary Tech Forum

In the business of supply chain, especially in Nigeria’s complex logistics landscape, consistency isn’t just ...

  • 4 July 2022
  • Award
Lagos, Nigeria – The Nigeria Future Tech Excellence Award once again celebrated the country’s most groundbreaking innovations, recognizing individuals and enterprises that have significantly contributed to the advancement of technology. Among the standout winners of this year’s event was Shuaib Akiyode, whose innovative project, Radar, earned the coveted Product of the Year award. The prestigious award highlights the impact of Radar in reshaping technological solutions within Nigeria’s evolving digital ecosystem. Akiyode’s product, widely regarded as a game-changer, has set new benchmarks in efficiency and technological ingenuity. The event, held in Lagos, brought together industry leaders, government officials, and key stakeholders in the technology and business sectors, all eager to witness the recognition of Nigeria’s brightest minds in innovation. Radar has been praised for its advanced capabilities in data intelligence, predictive analytics, and automation, making it a vital tool in multiple industries. Its deployment has demonstrated remarkable success in optimizing operational processes, streamlining decision-making, and enhancing security measures in various sectors, including finance, telecommunications, and logistics. The product’s sophisticated algorithms and real-time analytics have provided businesses with unparalleled insights, allowing them to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive digital landscape. The Nigeria Future Tech Excellence Award, renowned for spotlighting technological ingenuity and innovation, acknowledged his achievement as a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence in the global tech space. The recognition of his product shows the country’s progress in fostering homegrown solutions that address complex challenges with efficiency and precision. The event also showcased other remarkable innovators, with categories spanning artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, and agritech. The win reinforces Nigeria’s position as an emerging hub for tech-driven solutions and innovation, with professionals like Akiyode leading the charge. With this latest accolade, Akiyode is expected to gain further recognition in the global tech ecosystem, opening new doors for potential collaborations, investments, and expansion of the product's capabilities. The success of the product serves as an inspiration to the next generation of Nigerian innovators, reinforcing the belief that local talent can drive the nation’s digital transformation. As Nigeria continues to position itself as a leader in technological innovation, achievements such as Akiyode’s at the Award highlight the critical role of indigenous talent in shaping the country’s digital future. The recognition of Radar as Product of the Year is a significant milestone, underscoring the importance of fostering a thriving environment for tech innovation and enterprise development.

Infinitec Honored with the Digital Breakthrough Award by the Global Innovation Forum

In an age where technology is rewriting the rules of business and society, Infinitec, a ...

  • 21 March 2022
  • Award
National Technology Innovation Honors

Engineering the Future: Metagrid Technologies Recognized for Leadership in Digital Infrastructure

Every thriving digital economy depends on companies that build the systems others rely on. Metagrid ...

  • 11 February 2022
  • Award
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