London, United Kingdom — In a rapidly evolving digital landscape where cybersecurity and innovation are shaping the future of nations, one name continues to resonate across boardrooms and policy circles: Prof. Adewale P. Obadare. Renowned for his visionary leadership in advancing Africa’s digital transformation, the Chief Visionary Officer of Digital Encode Limited, Nigeria, was celebrated at the just-concluded Africa Summit 2025 in London. He was conferred with the African Leadership Excellence Award at the 15th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) 2025, recognising his trailblazing role in cybersecurity advancement, digital innovation, and impactful technology leadership across the continent.
The prestigious award ceremony, organised by African Leadership Magazine, took place at The Landmark London and the UK House of Commons, in the presence of over 300 high-profile leaders, including Heads of State, policymakers, global investors, and captains of industry. The African Business Leadership Awards are widely recognized as the gold standard for celebrating excellence in corporate governance, strategic innovation, and leadership impact across the continent.
Prof. Obadare was honoured with the African Leadership Excellence Award for his pioneering contributions to Africa’s digital transformation, cybersecurity advancement, and innovative thought leadership. As Chief Visionary Officer of Digital Encode Limited, Nigeria, he has led the company to become one of the continent’s foremost authorities in cybersecurity and data integrity. His work has significantly shaped digital policy conversations, enterprise protection strategies, and cybersecurity frameworks across the private and public sectors. Prof. Adewale P. Obadare is a pioneering leader driving digital innovation and transformation across Nigeria and Africa through Digital Encode Limited. His visionary leadership has spearheaded the development of cutting-edge digital solutions that enhance business efficiency, foster economic growth, and bridge technology gaps in underserved communities. With deep expertise in technology strategy and innovation, Prof. Obadare has positioned Digital Encode as a key enabler of Africa’s digital economy, empowering public and private sectors alike. His commitment to leveraging digital technologies for sustainable development has earned him widespread recognition as a leading force in African tech leadership.
Prof. Adewale P. Obadare is a celebrated cybersecurity expert, strategic advisor, and respected tech entrepreneur whose groundbreaking work continues to define the digital future of Africa. With an impressive career spanning decades in information security and compliance, he has championed secure digital ecosystems, helped organizations navigate cyber threats, and advocated for building a culture of trust, accountability, and innovation in digital governance.
The Africa Summit 2025, chaired by H.E. Jakaya Kikwete, former President of Tanzania, and Dr. Ken Giami, Founder & CEO of the African Leadership Organization, was held under the theme “Africa Forward: Powering Leadership, Investments, and Competitiveness.” This year’s summit spotlighted Africa’s emergence as a global growth frontier, with 24 African countries projected to exceed 5% GDP growth.
About African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA)
The African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA), now in its 15th year, is a flagship initiative of African Leadership Magazine that celebrates visionary leaders and institutions driving Africa’s transformation through innovation, enterprise, and resilience. As a vital platform for spotlighting African excellence often overlooked by global media, ABLA continues to honour outstanding changemakers whose leadership is redefining the continent’s business and development landscape.
About African Leadership Magazine
African Leadership Magazine, published by the African Leadership Organisation, a UK-registered company (Company No. 07435198), is the continent’s leading platform spotlighting transformational leadership and African excellence. Since 2008, it has bridged Africa and the world through compelling storytelling, high-level dialogue, and strategic events, including the Africa Summit and ABLA, engaging over 1.2 million readers globally and facilitating over $5 billion in investments and partnerships.
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