By Kingsley Adegboye

Divisional Head, Technology and Innovation, Central Securities Clearing System Plc, Mr Tobe Nnadozie has been recognised for his leadership and innovation strides in technology, thus winning CIO & C-Suite for impacting Africa’s IT ecosystem.

Messrs Edniesal Consulting Limited (ECL), an enterprise governance firm that provides business consultancy services to startups, small medium enterprises, and large corporate organisations across different sectors of the Nigerian economy conferred the award on Nnadozie recently.

The CIO & C-Suite Awards, the fifth edition, is to honour successful and outstanding individuals and organisations that have achieved milestones in the course of delivering their roles on African soil.

According to the organisers of the award, which was held in Lagos, Nnadozie, who was recognized in the Universal Public, Social Services, and Agencies Category, has contributed exceptionally to Africa’s IT ecosystem.

To ensure the selection process confirms with global best practices, meet credibility and prestige lenses, Messrs KPMG, a global consulting firm, undertook the rigorous vetting process, the organisers said.

According to ECL, Nnadozie’s work has been pivotal in driving technological advancements across the continent.

“By championing innovative practices and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, he has redefined the possibilities of IT in public services and beyond.

“His leadership has empowered organizations to harness technology for better governance, improved service delivery, and greater social impact.

‘The CIO & C-Suite Awards are widely regarded as a hallmark of excellence in technology leadership. By celebrating Nnadozie’s accomplishments, the award highlights his vital role in shaping a forward-thinking IT ecosystem for Africa.

‘This recognition not only cements Nnadozie’s position as a trailblazer but also inspires others to embrace the transformative power of technology in building a more inclusive and sustainable future for the continent.”

In his response, the awardee, who visibly was elated over the recognition, attributed most of his achievements to his supportive bosses and team mates.

“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition. It reflects the collective efforts of many and underscores the importance of technology in transforming lives and communities across Africa.”

Nnadozie, popularly known as Tobe, is a business manager focused on delivery of highly innovative platforms. He has been instrumental to the setting and management of the digital platforms of three leading banks in Nigeria.

In addition, he was involved in the design and implementation of various firsts like the first inter-bank digital payment platform, first cash deposit machine in Nigeria, first Nigerian Insurance Database and many others.

He has led teams in digital business, technology, public sector collections, project management, retail business amongst others.

Prior to joining CSCS, Nnadozie was most recently the Group Chief Information Officer of the Wapic Insurance Group comprising three companies in Nigeria and Ghana. While in Wapic, he also had oversight of the Digital and Data Science/Architecture Teams.

Nnadozie has worked in various banks like Guaranty Trust Bank, Standard Bank (Stanbic in Nigeria), FCMB and Heritage Bank where he was a Deputy General Manager in charge of Innovation and Products Division.