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Africa’s Data. Africa’s Future:
The Sovereign Data Imperative

As the continent accelerates its digital transformation, one question takes center stage: Where does our data live, and who controls it?

Join 300+ leaders across enterprise, government, and regulation to answer that question and chart Africa’s sovereign data future.

Thursday, September 18, 2025
10:00 AM WAT
Register Now to Protect Your Digital Assets!

Strategic Partners: Africa Hyperscalers

Africa’s Data. Africa’s Future:
The Sovereign Data Imperative

As the continent accelerates its digital transformation, one question takes center stage: Where does our data live, and who controls it?

Join 300+ leaders across enterprise, government, and regulation to answer that question and chart Africa’s sovereign data future.

Thursday, September 18, 2025
10:00 AM WAT
Register Now to Protect Your Digital Assets!

Strategic Partners: Africa Hyperscalers

Event Overview: The Core of Africa's Digital Transformation

As Africa’s digital economy surges forward, so does the urgency for data sovereignty, regulatory compliance, and local infrastructure resilience. Across sectors, national regulators are enforcing data domiciliation to protect sensitive information, improve cybersecurity, and drive sovereign infrastructure growth. But many enterprises still rely on offshore hosting, often at the expense of performance, compliance, trust and continental priorities.

Africa Data Sovereignty 2025 brings together the continent’s enterprise technology leaders, regulators, and innovators for a high-impact conversation on unlocking the business advantage of local data.

  • Hosted by Olla Systems, with Africa Hyperscalers as strategic partners, this flagship event will showcase how enterprises across Africa are embracing sovereign, enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure to drive security, performance, and compliance.

Event Objectives: What You Will Achieve?

    • Policy is Changing – Regulators across Africa are mandating in-country hosting. Are you complying? Are you at risk?
    • Performance is Critical – Local cloud delivers faster speeds, lower latency, and better reliability.
    • Trust is Tangible – Hosting locally builds customer confidence and operational resilience.
    • Local Cloud is Ready – Premier cloud solutions, zero downtime migration, now available
    • Regulatory – Operator Convergence – Improved understanding of the technical pathways and strategic rationale for migrating workloads to in-country infrastructure.

Speakers

Olusola Adenuga

Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Olla Systems Limited

Dr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi

Director General/CEO (NITDA)

Dr. Arnold Kavaarpuo

Director, Data Protection Commission, Ghana

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Lars Johannisson

Chief Executive Officer, Rack Centre

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Dr. Ayotunde Coker

CEO, Open Access Data Centres

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Eniola Arausi

Head of Operations and Shared Services, Olla Systems Limited

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Niyi Yusuf
Niyi Yusuf

Managing Partner, Verraki

Oyeniyi Immanuel

VP - Regulatory and Compliance, Terragon Group

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Dr Chidozie Nsoedo

Lecturer, Information Systems, Lagos Business School

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Ibukunoluwa Owa

Head, Regulations Unit,
Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

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Edmond Wandera

Principal Data Protection Officer, Kenya

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Olamide Ojumu

Head of Corporate Services,
Olla Systems Limited

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Uche Okugo

Founder/CEO, FastClaim

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Raheemah Olawuyi

Founder, Data Privacy Club

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Yolanda Mbanguzi

CEO, Zoe Projects and Consulting, South Africa

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Lwanyaga Philemon

Cybersecurity Officer, Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda

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Kimbugwe Mahad

Lawyer, Compliance and Investigations Department, Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda

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Stella Ashinaga

Data Analyst, Flour Mills of Nigeria

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Femi Adeyemi

General Manager (IT) Renaissance Africa Energy Company

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Edmond Wandera

Principal Data Protection Officer, Kenya

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Oyeniyi Immanuel

VP - Regulatory and Compliance, Terragon Group

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Boluwaji Faniyi

Senior Manager, Architecture and Planning, MTN Nigeria

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Stella Ashinaga

Data Analyst, Flour Mills of Nigeria

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Hosted by Olla Systems

The Africa Data Sovereignty 2025 conference is hosted by Olla Systems, with Africa Hyperscalers as the strategic partner.

Olla Systems is Africa’s trusted provider of secure, high-availability cloud services. With infrastructure in Nigeria and the UAE, and a premier Oracle Cloud partnership, Olla Systems helps regulated enterprises migrate, modernize, and scale in compliance with national regulations. The company has supported cloud migration journeys for organizations across financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, and telecoms, delivering seamless local performance, enhanced security, and operational agility.

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Kimbugwe Mahad

Lawyer, Compliance and Investigations Department,
Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda

Professional Summary:
Dedicated and detail-oriented lawyer with expertise in data protection and compliance. Currently serving at the Personal Data Protection Office of Uganda, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations and investigating compliance matters. Committed to upholding the highest standards of data privacy and promoting a culture of compliance.

Expertise:

  • Data Protection Law
  • Compliance and Investigations
  • Regulatory Affairs
  • Legal Research and Analysis

Professional Affiliations:
- Data Protection Practitioner
- Uganda Law Society

Yolanda Mbanguzi

CEO, Zoe Projects and Consulting
South Africa

Yolanda Mbanguzi is the CEO and founder of Zoe' Projects and Consulting, a process engineering consulting firm that utilises BOT (Zoe’Botics) as a service technology and also a Co-founder and COO founder of Ecoosty, a B2B Resource sharing platform. With over 8 years of work experience in the banking, manufacturing, construction, supply chain and aviation industries, Yolanda is an Industrial engineer by profession, and is skilled in business process engineering, value stream mapping, big data and business analytics and process engineering and automation just to name a view, a diverse portfolio across industries.

She also founded the Zoe' Foundation which is an initiative for vulnerable children and the less fortunate in impoverished communities. A true leader who believes in Youth Empowerment and making an impact in the society at large, Yolanda participated in Womhub's Refiners Fire Pitch Competition in May 2022, where she won the Refiners Fire people's choice award out of a total of 50 participants, the prize was awarded to Yolanda Mbanguzi for the entrepreneur with the most rated product. In addition she also participated in the Yawbit Women and Youth in Tech Best Pitch for June 2022 intake. During the SITA Digital Awards in 2023 Zoe' Projects and Consulting was awarded second place in the Africa Award Category.

Yolanda is most inspiring and a pioneer who strongly believes in transforming businesses through innovation and empowering communities. Yolanda Mbanguzi partook in the EY Impact Program Pitch Competition and won the third place in the Competition. Yolanda is dedicated to her craft and has committed her life to solving societal problems and the service of others.

Ibukunoluwa Owa

Head, Regulations Unit,
Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

Ibukunoluwa Owa, CIPP/E, is an experienced legal professional specialising in data protection, emerging technologies, and international arbitration. Her career spans over a decade, working at leading law firms in
Nigeria (Aluko & Oyebode), London (WilmerHale), and Hamburg (Hanefeld).

Building on her private sector experience, Ibukunoluwa transitioned to public service, now serving as the Head of the Regulations Unit at the Nigeria Data Protection Commission. In this role, she is at the forefront of shaping Nigeria’s data protection landscape through regulations, policy implementation, investigations, stakeholder
guidance, and compliance education.

Passionate about the intersection of data protection and cross-border disputes, Ibukunoluwa also serves as the Secretariat of the Regulatory Harmonisation of Data Protection Laws under the Network of Africa Data Protection Authorities (NADPA-RAPDP), a Working Group led by Nigeria. Her commitment to regional collaboration is further demonstrated through her role as the Secretariat of the Anglophone Committee of NADPA-RAPDP, supporting the President (the National Commissioner/CEO of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission).

Her recent contributions include serving as the Secretariat of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, General Application and Implementation Directive, 2025 Drafting Committee, and contributing to and editing a white paper on Nigeria's data management ecosystem, launched at recently concluded NADPA-RAPDP 2025 Conference

LWANYAGA PHILEMON

Cybersecurity Officer, Personal Data Protection Office, Uganda

As an IT Professional at the Personal Data Protection Office of Uganda, Philemon is a key contributor to Uganda’s initiatives for promoting data privacy, safeguarding personal information, and ensuring regulatory adherence. His professional skills and knowledge are enhanced by a keen interest in the implementation of information security and cybersecurity within the context of data protection and privacy.

Dr Chidozie Nsoedo

Lecturer, Information Systems, Lagos Business School

Dr. Chidozie Nsoedo is a distinguished Lecturer in Information Systems at Lagos Business School, bringing over a decade of expertise to his role in facilitating digital transformation within academic and corporate contexts. He holds a First-Class Honours degree in Chemical Engineering from London Southbank University, where he initiated his interest in digital information systems through a capstone project that enabled efficient access to compound properties. He further pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Graphics and Virtual Environments from the University of Hull, developing systems for visualizing colloidal particles, and an advanced certification in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education from the University of Portsmouth, where he built tools to enhance digital pedagogy. Awarded a prestigious research scholarship, he earned his PhD in Health Informatics at the University of Manchester, focusing on digital systems designed to reduce routine procedural violations in anaesthesia practice. Prior to returning to Nigeria, Dr. Nsoedo taught web authoring and internet infrastructure at the University of Portsmouth and managed e-learning and web services for institutions including Hartpury College and Queen Mary University. Back home, he has also served on the boards of leading companies such as Samhays Limited, First Systems Refinishes Limited, and Cutix PLC, contributing to governance and strategy. His multidisciplinary research spans enterprise resource planning, e-government, cybersecurity, e-health, AI, and data analytics—and he has authored three practical books on corporate governance and cybersecurity aimed at company directors. Dr. Nsoedo’s rich background in system design, digital education, and strategic leadership positions him as a key facilitator and thought leader in Lagos Business School's Information Systems curriculum.

Raheemah Olawuyi

Founder, Data Privacy Club

Raheemah Olawuyi is a recent graduate of law from the University of Ilorin, Kwara State. With a strong passion for the intersection of technology, policy, and law, Raheemah is particularly interested in Privacy, Data Protection, Internet Governance, Emerging Technology, Intellectual Property and AI Governance. Her passion for data protection and privacy led her to establish Nigeria’s first-ever tertiary institution club dedicated to creating a platform for awareness, education, advocacy and the creation of opportunities for youths in the field. She is a fellow of the Nigerian School of Internet Governance as well as the Pan African Youth Ambassadors for Internet Governance. Recognized for her skills and passion, she has also been selected to participate in several prestigious training programs at reputable organizations like the Internet Society, Harvard and the European Centre on Privacy and Cybersecurity. She has also been nominated to be a recipient of the Rising Star Award at PrivCon Nigeria 2024. Currently, she works as a researcher, focusing on data protection and privacy and their real-world applications, as well as the creation of policies for AI Governance. She remains deeply passionate about policy creation in these fields and is constantly seeking opportunities to learn, contribute, and apply her knowledge and skills in meaningful ways. She aims to play a pivotal role in providing research and helping shape policies that ensure responsible governance of technologies in our increasingly digital world.

Stella Ashinaga

Data Analyst, Flour Mills of Nigeria

Stella Ashinaga is a dedicated Data Analyst at Flour Mills of Nigeria, recognized for her impactful contributions to both the company and broader community efforts. Beyond her analytical duties, she has played an active role in Flour Mills’ Women’s Network, notably delivering empowering presentations to secondary school girls on the importance of ICT for female empowerment. In her outreach engagements, she emphasized the economic benefits of digital skills, educated students on cybersecurity basics and online safety, and guided them on where to find reliable tech learning resources. Her work embodies a seamless blend of technical acumen and advocacy, reflecting a deep commitment to using data literacy and digital inclusion as tools for societal advancement and gender equity.

Boluwaji Faniyi

Senior Manager, Architecture and Planning, MTN Nigeria

Boluwaji Faniyi is a seasoned telecommunications and technology professional with over eighteen years of experience in IT architecture, network systems, and digital service planning. He currently serves as Senior Manager, Architecture and Planning at MTN Nigeria, where he leads the development of IT architecture strategy and governance, ensuring compliance with architectural blueprints, principles, and global best practices in technology investments and solution implementations. Since joining MTN in 2007, he has risen through progressive leadership roles including System Support Engineer, VAS Planning Engineer, Architect for VAS and Intelligent Networks, and Senior Specialist for Data and Information Architecture, consistently demonstrating expertise in designing and optimizing network architecture, conducting technical feasibility studies, and aligning IT strategy with evolving business needs. His work has spanned value-added service planning, capacity management, and vendor relationship leadership, helping to deliver innovative digital services to millions of MTN customers. Prior to MTN, Boluwaji worked as a Core Network Engineer (NSS) at Huawei, where he gained a strong foundation in telecom network systems. Known for his ability to bridge strategy and execution, he has established himself as a trusted leader in enterprise architecture, driving transformation initiatives that strengthen MTN’s position as a leading digital operator in Africa.

Oyeniyi Immanuel

VP Regulatory and Compliance, Terragon Group

Oyeniyi Immanuel is the Vice President of Legal, Regulatory & Compliance at Terragon Group, a pioneering data and marketing technology company that helps brands intelligently engage with African consumers through mobile-first, data-driven solutions. In his strategic leadership capacity, he spearheads legal and compliance operations, overseeing the company’s adherence to evolving regulatory frameworks and ensuring robust governance in areas such as data protection and information security. His role is critical in guiding Terragon’s commitment to privacy by design and operational integrity, particularly as the company navigates complex legal landscapes across multiple African markets. As General Counsel during key engagements—such as the company’s pledges to collaborate with data protection authorities—he has played a central role in advancing Terragon’s mission of building a privacy-conscious ecosystem. His expertise and stewardship help Terragon uphold global standards in data governance, positioning it as a trusted partner for brands and a responsible tech leader across the continent.

Edmond Wandera

Principal Data Protection Officer, Kenya

Wandera Edmond is a seasoned information security and data protection professional with nearly two decades of experience shaping Kenya’s digital governance landscape. He currently serves as Principal Data Protection Officer- Complaints and Investigations at the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) where he handles high-profile investigations, compliance audits, and enforcement actions under Kenyans Data Protection Act.

Prior to this role, Wandera served as Regional Manager (Kisumu) at the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), where he led regulatory oversight and engagement on data protection compliance across the region. He previously spent over nine years as a Senior Information Security Specialist at the ICT Authority, where he developed and implemented Government-wide information security management frameworks in line with legal and regulatory standards. Earlier, he served for over 6 years in the Office of the President-Directorate of eGovernment, where he played a central role in ICT policy formulation. Project implementation and the roll out of eGovernment initiatives across ministries. A Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Wandera brings extensive expertise in information security, ICT policy, compliance, and digital governance. He is recognized for advancing Kenya's national agenda on data protection, ICT security, and public sector digitization.

Eniola Arausi

Head of Operations and Shared Services, Olla Systems Limited

Mrs. Eniola Arausi is a distinguished leader and strategic architect at the nexus of science, law, and business, currently serving as the Head of Shared Services and Operations at Olla Systems Limited. Her career is a powerful narrative of intellectual depth and strategic execution, built upon a formidable and unique academic foundation.

Mrs. Arausi’s expertise is rooted in a rare trifecta of advanced degrees. She possesses a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Technology from the prestigious Imperial College London, a Master of Laws (LLM) in Environmental Law and Policy from the University of Dundee, and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biochemistry from Covenant University. This interdisciplinary background equips her with an unparalleled perspective, allowing her to navigate the complex intersections of scientific innovation, regulatory frameworks, and commercial strategy.

Her professional journey reflects a deliberate application of this knowledge. She began by leveraging her commercial acumen as a Business Development Manager, quickly ascending to specialize in governance and compliance as an Environment and Document Control Officer, a role directly informed by her legal and scientific training.

In 2017, Mrs. Arausi returned to Olla Systems, synthesizing her diverse expertise into a singular, powerful leadership role. As *Head of Shared Services and Operations, she is the catalytic force that transforms complex information into operational excellence. She commands the organization's administrative and developmental core, designing integrated systems that ensure compliance, drive efficiency, and fuel sustainable growth.

More than an executive, Eniola Arausi is a visionary who translates multidisciplinary knowledge into tangible business advantage. Her career is a testament to the power of a cultivated intellect directed toward pragmatic and impactful leadership.

Oshiorenua Adams

Information and Communication Technology Manager, Aradel Holdings

Oshiorenua Adams is the seasoned ICT Manager at Aradel Holdings, where she leads strategic oversight of information and communication technology across banking, telecommunications, and oil and gas sectors, drawing on over 23 years of experience. Since joining Aradel in June 2005, she has leveraged her expertise to enhance operational efficiency and business process integration through technology, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of innovation and digital resilience. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Science in Computing from Richmond College at the American International University in London and a Master of Science in Information Systems from Brunel University in London, which underpin her robust competency in systems strategy, governance, and execution. Through her leadership, Aradel has continued to harness ICT as a transformative tool, empowering the organisation to thrive amidst evolving industry landscapes. Known for her strategic acumen and deep technical insight, she steers ICT delivery with a vision that aligns enterprise goals with the demands of a rapidly changing digital ecosystem.

Olamide Ojumu

Head of Corporate Services, Olla Systems Limited

Mrs. Olamide Ojumu currently assumes the position of Head of Corporate Services at Olla Systems, a role she has adeptly fulfilled since 2020. Her journey began in 2013 when she achieved a first-class distinction in Chemical Engineering from Swansea University. In 2014, she furthered her academic pursuits by obtaining a master’s degree in advanced chemical engineering from Imperial College, London.

Olamide’s exceptional talent for meticulous interpersonal interactions has positioned her as a crucial link connecting the core technical, sales, and customer service teams within Olla Systems. Her capacity for meticulous attention to detail has propelled her to excel in this integral role.

Femi Adeyemi

General Manager (IT), Renaissance Africa Energy Company

Femi Adeyemi is a leader in the Information and Digital Technology profession. He currently heads the IT team enabling the operations and business objectives of one of the largest oil and gas companies in Africa. He has an MBA from the University of Strathclyde and a BSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University. With over 30 years of IT experience in the industry, Femi has a proven track record of managing and delivering complex and cutting-edge IT solutions to various business functions and projects across different regions and countries. He has worked in Subsurface, Engineering, Deepwater, and Gas IT domains, designing and implementing IT strategies, systems, and processes that enable business transformation, efficiency, and innovation. He has also led and developed high-performing and diverse IT teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and excellence. Femi is passionate about leveraging technology to create positive impact and improve the lives of individuals and communities. He is always looking for new challenges and opportunities to grow and make a difference in the ever-evolving world of technology.

Dr. Arnold Kavaarpuo

Director, Data Protection Commission, Ghana

Dr. Arnold Kavaarpuo is an award-winning business executive with over two decades of experience in Data Privacy, Financial Services, and Technology. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Data Protection Commission of Ghana, leading the country’s efforts in safeguarding personal data, enforcing compliance with data protection laws, and promoting responsible data governance across sectors.

Prior to this role, Arnold was the Founder and CEO of StacAi, a Financial Trust Infrastructure company leveraging data and advanced analytics to develop cutting-edge APIs for secure, efficient, and scalable financial services.

His career spans leadership roles in financial technology, including serving as Managing Director at Kuda Technologies UK and as a founding team member at Jumo, where he spearheaded the development and commercialization of Ghana’s largest mobile lending products (QWIKLOAN, XpressLoan, and AhomkaLoan) as Country Director. During his tenure, he expanded digital credit access to 4.6 million customers, facilitating over $2.2 billion in disbursements.

Arnold’s expertise extends to international markets, having served as an expatriate in Eastern and Southern Africa under Jumo World, where he gained firsthand experience in global financial inclusion strategies.

He has held governance roles on multiple boards, including Brac Savings and Loans Limited and Fixed Income Alpha Plus Fund, both regulated by the Bank of Ghana and the Securities and Exchange Commission. Additionally, he served on the board of Insight2Impact, a Mastercard- and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-funded initiative aimed at bridging the gap between data availability and its effective use in financial services and policymaking.

With a deep passion for data privacy, digital transformation, and ethical AI, Arnold is committed to driving Ghana’s data protection agenda, fostering a regulatory environment that balances innovation, security, and individual rights in an increasingly digital world.

Lars Johannisson

Chief Executive Officer, Rack Centre

Lars Johannisson is the Chief Executive Officer of Rack Centre, a position he assumed in January 2024, bringing with him over 14 years of experience leading major telecom, IT delivery, managed services, and digital skilling projects across more than 30 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Before joining Rack Centre, he served as Chief Executive Officer of Teleperformance Sub-Saharan Africa, one of the world’s leading providers of digital customer experience and business process outsourcing services, and also held senior positions at Ericsson, SolarNow, and the YNV Group. He holds an MBA in General Management and Finance from the Stockholm School of Economics and furthered his executive education at Stanford University through the Executive Program in Design, Innovation and Business Transformation. Johannisson is widely recognized for his focus on digital and economic inclusion, having worked with partners to create youth employment and IT training initiatives across the region. At Rack Centre, he has articulated a bold vision to consolidate the company’s market leadership and expand Nigeria’s digital ecosystem by driving sustainable growth and innovation. Central to this vision is the launch of the LGS2 data centre facility, a hyperscale-ready 12 megawatt project in Lagos designed to meet world-class standards of efficiency, scalability, and environmental responsibility. The facility is AI-ready and incorporates cutting-edge energy-efficient cooling systems, a Power Usage Efficiency of 1.35, N+2 cooling redundancy, advanced security, and a sophisticated building management system. Johannisson has emphasized sustainability as a cornerstone of Rack Centre’s strategy, with the LGS2 facility integrating renewable energy sources such as solar and gas to mitigate reliance on Nigeria’s unstable grid, while reducing carbon footprint and ensuring resilience. He sees the expansion as pivotal not only for Rack Centre but also for West Africa’s broader digital transformation, positioning the region as a hub for hyperscalers, telecoms, financial services, and enterprises seeking robust and sustainable digital infrastructure. With his track record of building businesses across diverse markets, a strong background in finance and management, and a passion for enabling inclusion through technology, Johannisson’s leadership is set to drive Rack Centre into its next phase of growth while reinforcing its reputation as the continent’s most connected and sustainable carrier-neutral data centre.

Immaculate Kassait

Data Protection Commissioner Office of the Data Protection Commissioner(Kenya)

Bola Odukale

DG/CEO Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA)

Baker Birikujja

Acting National Personal Data Protection Director,Personal Data Protection Office, (Uganda)

Niyi Yusuf

Niyi Yusuf
Managing Partner, Verraki

Olaniyi Yusuf is the Managing Partner of Verraki Partners, a proudly African business and
technology solutions firm focused on delivering transformation and impact across the continent.
With over three decades of experience spanning management consulting, digital
transformation, and technology-enabled business strategy, he has worked extensively with
leading organizations to redefine operations, unlock growth, and accelerate competitiveness in
rapidly changing markets. Before co-founding Verraki, he built a distinguished career at
Accenture, where he rose to become Country Managing Director for Nigeria and Head of
Accenture’s Financial Services practice in West Africa, advising top-tier banks, regulators, and
multinationals on complex transformation programs. Renowned for his ability to bridge global
best practices with local context, Olaniyi has been a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and
policymakers, particularly in driving innovation, digital adoption, and operational excellence
across diverse industries. At Verraki, he leads a team dedicated to reimagining Africa’s future
by deploying homegrown insights and technology solutions that create sustainable value. A
thought leader and mentor, he is passionate about nurturing the next generation of African
business leaders and championing the role of technology in shaping inclusive economic
development.

Uche Okugo
Founder/CEO, FastClaim

Uche Okugo is the visionary Founder and Chief Executive Officer of FastClaim Solutions Limited, Nigeria’s first AI-powered insurtech platform revolutionizing motor insurance claims processing. Drawing on over two decades of experience in insurance and technology across Africa, he launched FastClaim to tackle the longstanding inefficiencies and mistrust that have plagued the claims ecosystem. Designed to enable policyholders to report accidents, upload documentation, and receive vehicle assessments remotely and in real time, FastClaim has transformed a process that once took days or weeks into one completed in hours—restoring transparency and speed to a sector in dire need of innovation. Under Uche Okugo’s leadership, the platform has gained widespread adoption among insurers nationwide and has earned recognition for its role in uplifting customer confidence and accelerating digital transformation in the insurance industry. His relentless focus on empathetic innovation, rooted in solving real customer pain points, has not only redefined industry norms but also affirmed his belief in the power of homegrown technological solutions to drive impact across Africa.

Dr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi
Director General/CEO
Nigerian Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)

Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi serves as the Director-General/CEO of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), having first been appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari in August 2019 and reappointed by President Bola Tinubu in October 2023, now embarking on his second term; he holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, and is distinguished as the first Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) in Nigeria’s public sector, with expansive professional certifications in networking, telecommunications, service management, and solution design, enhanced further by executive education at globally esteemed institutions including Harvard, the University of Cambridge, Oxford, MIT Sloan, and IMD Business School; previously he made significant contributions as a network engineer and lead solutions architect at Galaxy Backbone, then as Technology Architect at the Central Bank of Nigeria where he helped develop the Technology Architecture Repository and orchestrated software license rationalization yielding substantial cost savings; at NITDA he began as Technical Assistant in 2017, playing a pivotal role in IT regulation, local content development, procurement reform and digital inclusion before his promotion to DG, where under his leadership the agency has delivered landmark initiatives including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) implementation that catalyzed a multi-billion-naira data protection industry, established the Nigerian Data Protection Commission, introduced the IT project clearance process that saved the government hundreds of billions of naira, rolled out digital literacy programs such as Digital Literacy for All and Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) targeting near-universal digital literacy by 2030, launched Three Million Tech Talents (3MTT), the National Public Key Infrastructure to enhance cybersecurity, and transformative frameworks like the Strategic Roadmap & Action Plan (SRAP), while also championing talent development, startup empowerment, smart agriculture via NAVSA, blockchain and outsourcing strategies, all of which have contributed to elevating the digital economy’s share of GDP from approximately 12 percent in 2019 to over 18 percent by 2022; known for a leadership style focused on clarity, autonomy, mastery, purpose, and trust, he continues to drive NITDA’s transformation into a dynamic, inclusive, and innovation-driven institution propelling Nigeria’s digital economy forward.

Dr. Ayotunde Coker
Chief Executive Officer, Open Access Data Centres

Dr. Ayotunde Coker is an accomplished technologist and business leader with over 30 years of international experience in Europe, the USA, Asia, and Africa. He is known for his innovative approach to technology, particularly in leading large, multinational teams to design, build, restructure, and manage complex technology operations to drive business growth and efficiency. Dr. Coker has held numerous senior executive roles, including serving as a global CIO, and has a proven track record in leading technology-driven businesses. His extensive board-level experience includes managing budgets exceeding £100 million and overseeing large-scale global change programs, mergers, and acquisitions. He has particularly strong expertise in the African market, where he has spent a significant portion of his career in recent years. Born in Nigeria, Dr. Coker attended school in Lagos before pursuing university studies in the UK. His distinguished career includes roles such as Management Consultant at Cap Gemini UK, Director at Egg Bank (the first European Internet Bank), Global Applications Director at BP, and CTO for the UK Criminal Justice system. He also served as IT Director at the Ministry of Justice in the UK. In 2009, Dr. Coker returned to Nigeria as Group CIO of Access Bank and later became the MD/CEO of Emerging Markets Payments, West Africa. Under his leadership, Rack Centre, a data center business, became a leading brand in Nigeria and Africa, earning global recognition and multiple international awards. Dr. Coker is also the Secretary General of the Africa Data Centre Association. He holds a PhD (Honoris Causa) from ESCAE University, Republic of Benin, and is an award-winning alumnus of Cranfield Institute of Technology, UK. Dr. Coker is a Fellow of the Institute of Directors (UK) and the British Computer Society, and an Honorary Senior Member of the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria.

Olusola Adenuga
Founder/Chief Executive Officer, Olla Systems Limited

Olusola Adenuga is a pioneering force in African technology, uniquely blending deep technical expertise (Combined Honors in Computer Science & Economics) with sharp financial acumen (MSc. Finance) forged during her foundational career within the banking sector. It was here she pioneered end-to-end African financial technology solutions long before "cloud" was mainstream, building mission-critical infrastructure for core functions like accounting, forex, and payroll. This hands-on experience, solving complex business challenges with tailored technology, provides unparalleled insight. Before founding Olla Systems, she held multiple senior positions including CIO of different banks. As CEO of Olla Systems, she drives digital transformation for enterprises across Africa. Her vision is crystallized in OllaCloud– a secure, scalable, and affordable cloud platform designed for Africa, empowering businesses with guaranteed data residency, seamless legacy migration, and AI-readiness. Beyond infrastructure, Olusola champions inclusion through the Olla Foundation, creating pathways for women in tech via scholarships and mentorship. Leveraging decades of experience building Africa's digital foundations from her banking roots, she is architecting a resilient, inclusive, and self-reliant digital future, now expanding Olla Systems' impact from Nigeria to other parts of Africa and the Middle East.