Kunle Awosika, Nigerian ICT expert, appointed by Microsoft as ATO director

Kunle Awosika, Nigerian ICT expert, appointed by Microsoft as ATO director

Nigerian information and communication technology (ICT) genius Kunle Awosika has been appointed managing director of Microsoft’s Africa Transformation Office (ATO).

Awosika reportedly had a number of positions at Microsoft, including being one of the three founding team members when the company launched an office in Nigeria.

Awosika’s Track Records

Additionally, he has a thorough awareness of the business climate, which will help the company grow and encourage investment in digital infrastructure, skill development, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and startups.

The ICT expert has a proven track record of strong people leadership, innovation, and keen business acumen. His 22-year career working in various nations was built on a profound understanding of and passion for Africa’s growth.

Additionally, he served as the country manager for Microsoft Kenya, the director of Small and Medium Corporates, Emerging Markets, and a director of Enterprise Business.

Speaking about his new role, according to Business Insider, on Wednesday, he said, “I am passionate about Africa’s incredible potential to become a truly connected continent that exports digital goods and services to the rest of the world.

“I am delighted to have the opportunity to meaningfully impact this growth and help unlock the continent’s full digital potential.”

New role

He added, “I look forward to playing a role in unlocking Africa’s potential as the ATO develops and steers strategic partnership with governments, international organizations, and partners to accelerate digital transformation agendas and fuel a knowledge-based economy.”

Awosika succeeded Wael Elkabbany who served as the head of the Africa Transformation Office (ATO) for nine months before being appointed as the firm’s head of the Africa Regional Cluster.

In his welcome speech, Elkabbany noted that Kunle’s rich experience and zeal for Africa’s growth suit him well for the office he has just assumed.

“With his multifaceted experience of the continent and deep understanding of transformative technology, Kunle Awosika is ideally placed to lead the strategy, investments, and initiatives of Microsoft’s transformation plans for the Africa continent,” said Elkabbany.