Technology leaders across various industries in Nigeria and Africa were awarded for their contributions to innovation at the Chief Information Officer Awards 2023.
The award which was expanded to Ghana, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, and Senegal, bestowed a lifetime achievement award to Founder, Interswitch, Mr Mitchell Elegbe, and others.
At the ceremony which took place in Lagos recently, Convener of the CIO Awards Africa, Abiola Laseinde, highlighted that the award which was in its fourth year, was committed to achieving achievements in technology and innovation.
She said, “This year marks a significant milestone as we expand our horizon from Nigeria to Ghana, Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, and Senegal transcending borders and boundaries to acknowledge the exceptional contributions of tech leaders and visionaries from across the continent of Africa.
“As we celebrate the fourth edition year of the CIO Awards in Africa and welcome the participation of our fellow African nations, let us remember that this is more than just an awards ceremony.
“It is a testament to the unyielding spirit of innovation, collaboration, and progress that defines our continent region. Together, we can continue to push the boundaries of technology, drive economic growth, and inspire future generations to reach even greater heights in the world.”
Among other things, the General Manager, Information Technology and Assets Integrity, Oando Group, Mr Idris Musa, was announced as the overall winner of the 2023 CIO Awards.
