The Voices Driving Nigeria’s Tech Revolution

NSTW25 unites the brightest minds in software testing and quality assurance, keynote legends, technical pioneers, and voices on the cutting edge. This is where inspiration meets action.

Our Speakers

Ibironke Yekinni

Convener

Dr. Bosun Tijani

Honourable Minister for Communications , Innovation and Digital Economy

Usman Gambo Abdullahi, PhD

Head IT Projects Clearance

Oluwatomisin Adekoya

Head Testing and Quality AssuranceStrategic Communications Manager

Oluwaseyi Ayodele

3MTT Community Manager

Temitope Onakoya

Manager, IT Testing Services

Abimbola Babalola

Head, Agile Solutions Practice Centre

Temitope Omolere

Software Quality Assurance Manager

Oluwatobi Fagbohungbe

Quality Assurance Engineer

Temitope Adekunle

Head, Customer Experience - First Asset Management (First HoldCo).

Adewale Ajenifuja

Head Quality Assurance and Software Testing

Chimuanya Dike

Founder MugenicStride

Murugi Ekira

Quality Assurance Engineer

Akintunde Opawole

Head of Product, Programs & Partnerships

Onosoji O. Ononuga

Director, Testing Academy Nigeria | Director, Cereark Nigeria

Demola Adesina

President, Association of Nigeria Software Testers

Watiri Kambo

Partnership Associate

Opeyemi Olugunojin

Head Testing and Quality Assurance

Tobi Oyelekan

Senior Mobile Engineer

Victory Oghenovo

Founder- The PM Tribe

Sodeeq Elusoji

CTO

Olumide Johnson

Data Analyst

Rohan Vijaendra

Solution Consultant

Harmony Elendu

Technical Product | Project Manager

Isaac Durotoye

Head of Product Engineering

Samuel Adegbuyi

Product Manager & Student Success Coordinator

Obaloluwa Dairo

Venture Development Lead

Samuel Amakiri

Senior Software Engineer

Chiagozie Ume-Ezeoke

Programs & Operations Manager

Nitya K

Business Development Executive

Omobolaji Adegbite

Program Manager

Uchechukwu Ogbu

Head, DevOps & Software Development

Ahmed Jimoh

Senior Consultant

More seasoned speakers to be announced

Where our Attendees and Speakers are coming from

Dr. Bosun Tijani

Honourable Minister for Communications , Innovation and Digital Economy

Dr. Bosun Tijani currently serves as Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy. He holds a PhD in innovation and economic development and has a background in economics and information systems.

Usman Gambo Abdullahi

Head IT Projects Clearance

Usman Gambo Abdullahi, PhD is the Head, IT Projects Clearance, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).

Prior to joining NITDA, Dr Abdullahi served for six years as the pioneer Director, Accreditation, Curriculum and Quality, Centre for Management Development (CMD), Nigeria’s foremost Human Capital Development Agency.

Dr Abdullahi has been in the UK for almost twenty years and has served in several capacities including:

Senior Lecturer and Director, Short & Professional Programme, Hampshire Business School, Farnborough College, University of Surrey
Lecturer, Strategic Business Information Technology, University of Portsmouth
Lecturer, Computing & Information Systems, Loughborough University
Director, Education, Training & Consultancy Services, SMSS, London.
Director, International Operations, SAMS Engineering Services Limited
Project Management Consultant, Excellus Corporation, London, United Kingdom.
Dr Abdullahi has also served as a member of a number of Governing Boards including Maybury School, Surrey Governors’ Association, and Ashford & St. Peter’s NHS Trust, all in the United Kingdom. While in Nigeria, he served as a Computer Science Lecturer at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, as well as other Nigerian Universities. He has also served as a consultant for private and public institutions in Nigeria.

Dr. Abdulahi holds both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Nigeria, and a PhD in Human Computer Interaction from Loughborough University, United Kingdom. He is also a registered PRINCE2 Practitioner, an Agile Project Management Practitioner, a holder of a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, and a holder of a number of other professional qualifications. He is also a Member of the Association of Computing Machinery (MACM) and the British Computer Society (MBCS).

Dr. Usman has published extensively in national and international journals and has facilitated, delivered, and coordinated a number of Seminars, Workshops and Conferences in Nigeria, Europe, and the Middle East.

Oluwatomisin Adekoya

Strategic Communications Manager

Oluwatomisin Adekoya is a Strategic Communications Manager with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, where she drives storytelling and visibility for the 3MTT Programme. She specializes in using communications to drive digital transformation, amplify impact, and position Nigeria as a global hub for tech talent.

Oluwaseyi Ayodele

3MTT Community Manager

A software engineer passionate about helping people gain valuable experience through learning opportunities.

Temitope Onakoya

Manager, IT Testing Services

Pioneered the transformation of MTN Nigeria’s QA and Testing Team, elevating it to MTN Centre of Excellence in Testing and Deployment—setting industry benchmarks in quality assurance and software delivery.

Led and empowered a high-performing team of 80+ Testers across Automation, Performance, and Functional and Non Functional Testing, driving a culture of continuous innovation and product excellence year after year.

Strategically architected and deployed 100+ high-performance non-production ecosystems (Staging, UAT, and Preprod), revolutionizing testing efficiency and accelerating time to market by 20% in just one year. This transformation streamlined development pipelines, enhanced scalability, and ensured seamless product launches with unmatched reliability.

Abimbola Babalola

Head, Agile Solutions Practice Centre

Abimbola ‘BB’ Babalola is a seasoned Nigerian technology executive with close to two decades of multifaceted experience spanning banking, fintech, and enterprise IT ecosystems. Known for translating big-picture strategy into technical execution, he has led software development, quality assurance, agile transformation, DevOps, and technical program management initiatives across national and pan-African projects.

Currently Head of the Agile Solutions Practice Centre at Sterling Bank, BB shapes technical strategy, drives innovation, and champions agile product delivery across teams of up to 250. Prior roles include leading QA excellence at Sterling Bank, overseeing integration and IT governance at SystemSpecs, and managing high-stakes projects like PAPSS (AfreximBank), TSA (FGN), and NAPS (NIBSS).

His expertise cuts across software testing, DevOps, agile delivery, compliance, and product lifecycle management, complemented by deep hands-on skills in tools like JIRA, GitLab, Selenium, Postman, and JMeter. He’s ISTQB-certified, Microsoft-certified, and a member of respected global QA bodies including ANST, BCS (UK), ISTQB, and NSTB.

BB is the kind of leader who builds technical cultures from scratch and mentors high-performing teams that actually deliver. A trained QA/Software Testing professional turned tech trailblazer, he blends business fluency with tech acuity, reads user intent like code, and thrives on pushing boundaries with pragmatic innovation.

Temitope Omolere

Software Quality Assurance Manager

Temitope Omolere has over 15 years of experience delivering software projects across various sectors, including Fintech, Banking, E-commerce, Investment, and Insurance.

For Temitope, her professional journey is more than just a career—it’s a quest for excellence fueled by an insatiable curiosity and a commitment to problem-solving. Her career has spanned software development, testing, automation, and program management roles. However, her true passion lies in the art of problem-solving. She thrives on the challenge of dissecting complex issues, leveraging her innate curiosity to identify and rectify potential software pitfalls before they manifest.

She excels in ensuring software reliability through meticulous testing and has a proven track record of delivering top-notch quality. As a QA Manager in her current role, her portfolio encompasses over 20 products that provide payment solutions to a diverse range of customers. She leads initiatives to enhance test frameworks and implement automated testing processes. Her project management successes include delivering stable enterprise software products to major financial institutions. She has led software project delivery across several countries, showcasing her adaptability and global approach to QA management.

Oluwatobi Fagbohungbe

Quality Assurance Engineer

Oluwatobi Fagbohungbe, Founder of QaceTech and Qace Academy, two platforms committed to raising the standard of software testing in Africa. At QaceTech, he leads efforts in delivering world-class quality assurance services to businesses, while at Qace Academy, he is building Africa’s first dedicated software testing school.

His mission is simple: to make tech opportunities accessible, equip young people with practical QA skills, and prepare them to thrive in the global technology ecosystem. Through training, mentorship, and community-building, Oluwatobi is helping the next generation of African talent move from learning to execution, and from potential to impact.

Temitope Adekunle

Head, Customer Experience - First Asset Management (First HoldCo).

Temitope Adekunle is a highly sought-after customer experience strategist and
transformational speaker with over 13 years of cross-industry experience spanning banking, technology, and customer experience leadership.
She currently serves as the Head of Customer Experience at First Asset Management, a subsidiary of First HoldCo, where she leads innovative, people-centered strategies that elevate brand perception, customer satisfaction, and loyalty.
Temitope has built a progressive career across top-tier organizations, including First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and global tech support company Tek Experts, where she led and redefined service excellence in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
Her expertise cuts across quality assurance, contact center operations, CRM optimization, and customer experience strategy.

Temitope is a Chartered Customer Experience Professional and a member of the Chartered Institute of Customer Relationship Management (CICRM). She is also an Associate Member of Women in Management, Business, and Public Service (WIMBIZ) and holds several professional certifications across customer experience, leadership, service delivery, and quality management.
She is a seasoned facilitator, a thought leader at Client Xperience Africa, committed to developing customer service excellence across Africa. She is also the author of CX Career Playbook Series and an upcoming book on Psychology of the African Customer; focused on aligning behavioral insights with strategic customer engagement.
Her sessions are relatable, practical, and packed with insights, energizing professionals and businesses to move from reactive service to intentional experience design.
Signature Quote: “Clarity in strategy.
Excellence in delivery. Humanity in every Interaction.

Adewale Ajenifuja

Head Quality Assurance and Software Testing

Adewale O. Ajenifuja is a seasoned Technology Quality Assurance Manager with over a decade of experience in testing and analyzing business software applications. His focus is on driving profit, reducing costs, and ensuring customer satisfaction within project-based environments.

Work Experience

Stanbic IBTC Holdings (2013 – Present)

Head Quality Assurance and Software Testing (July 2025 till date)

• Directs all testing activities at Stanbic IBTC, ensuring software quality through effective resource management.
• Developed and implements testing strategies that improves defect detection rates.
• Leads a high-performing QA team


Ag Head Quality Assurance and Software Testing (October 2021 – June 2025).

As the head of the department, Adewale has mentored a team of 15, leading to a 40% increase in test accuracy and a 25% reduction in bug resolution time. 4He optimized change management procedures, which decreased project delays by 40% and boosted stakeholder satisfaction by 50%. 5His leadership in developing robust testing frameworks resulted in a 50% reduction in testing time. 6He has experience with modern web and legacy applications like Finacle, Salesforce, and Enterprise Online Internet Banking.


Assistant Manager, I.T. Quality Assurance
(March 2020 – October 2021).

In this role, he managed a team of 10 and introduced a risk-based testing approach that cut test efforts by 30% and improved defect detection by 25%. 9He also spearheaded the end-to-end testing for the Single Sign-On functionality on the mobile app, which decreased user authentication errors by 40% and increased user adoption by 60%.


Senior Banking Officer, I.T. Quality Assurance
(March 2017 – February 2020).

Adewale led the end-to-end testing for a major banking software upgrade, reducing software bugs by 40%. 12He also pioneered the use of the agile delivery approach, which increased team productivity by 35%.


Previous Roles (June 2013 – February 2017.


His earlier roles included Banking Officer and Assistant Banking Officer in I.T. Quality Assurance. He was instrumental in various key projects, including the Internet Banking Upgrade and the Nigerian Core Banking Program. 15151515He consistently worked on testing the yearly SWIFT upgrades for foreign and local currency payments.

Education

M.Sc. in Management of Information Technology (with Distinction).

Coventry University, United Kingdom (2011 – 2012).


B.Eng. in Computer Engineering (Second Class Honors).

Covenant University, Nigeria (2003 – 2008).

 

Key Skills & Certifications

Testing Tools & Methodologies: Cypress, Appium, Selenium, HP Quality Centre, SOAP UI, Postman, JMeter.


Applications & Languages: Finacle Banking Software, Salesforce, SQL Scripting, ORACLE 11g.


Project Management: Agile, Prince 2, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.


Certifications:
ISQTB/ISEB Certified Tester Foundation Level.


Oracle Certified SQL Expert.


Prince 2 Project Management Practitioner.


Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.


Certified Software Automation Tester (Foundation & Advanced).

Chimuanya Dike

Founder MugenicStride (Guest Speaker)

Chimuanya Dike is a service delivery professional with over 7 years of experience in Customer Support, Community Building, Volunteering, the SDGs, Personal Development, and Leadership Engagements.

She is the Founder of MugenicStride, a professional services entity focused on delivering tailored Customer Service training, youth capacity building, and volunteer management.
Through MugenicStride, she has facilitated impactful Customer Service and Engagement training sessions for teams at Uwana Energy, Treford, NairaGram, and the SME 100 Africa Community, among others.

Chimuanya is passionate about helping young people thrive. She leads MGS Opportunities Haven, a growing community under MugenicStride that connects youths to global opportunities including scholarships, internships, tech/career development programs, and volunteering roles.

She is recognized in the tech community as a Customer Success Mentor, helping CS enthusiasts transition successfully into their careers, while also actively advocating for women and nocode professionals in tech.

Her efforts have earned her notable recognition, including being listed as one of the Top 100 Women Impacting Africa(2021) by the Women Impacting Nigeria Organization, awarded Inspiring Personality of the Year (2022) by The Future Leadership Awards, and enlisted among Africa’s Under 40 CEOs (2024) for her exceptional contributions to youth empowerment and job creation.

Murugi Ekira

Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineer at Techno Brain Group with 3 years of experience in both manual and automation testing, certified in Accessibility Testing by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and as a Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer.

Akintunde Opawole

Head of Product, Programs & Partnerships

10+ years leading product strategy and development across marketing, e-commerce, EdTech, Retail, and SaaS.

Head of Programs & Partnerships at ProductDive, scaling programs and partnerships.

Head of Product at Vox Technologies (USA)— launched MSL, an e-commerce storefront for the African market.


Former Product Manager at Nextail Labs (Spain), where he led the roadmap for Omnichannel e-commerce retail products.


Led the development and scaling of major products like Approval Flow, Edustat (largest EdTech data platform in West Africa) and YouthPlus (social media app).


Drove product developments and secured product pilots with CBN, WAEC, and GTBank.


Certified by AIPMM, Product School & Mixpanel; MBA candidate at Business School Netherlands.


Passionate about building tech that solves real problems and drives social impact.

Onosoji Ononuga

Director

Onosoji (Soji) Ononuga

A distinguished leader and visionary in the field of software quality, Onosoji Ononuga brings with him over two decades of unparalleled global software testing expertise. Renowned as an accomplished software testing leader, a first-class quality coach, and an exceptional mentor, Soji is equipped with a wealth of blue-chip experience delivering robust business and technical solutions across a diverse range of technology platforms and industries.

He is a Director at Testing Academy Nigeria Limited, where he spearheads efforts to provide organisations and governement agencies with enterprise grade software testing solutions. He delivers critical services including strategic testing consulting, managed QA services, Test Assurance, leadership coaching, and the establishment of high-performing internal QA teams.
He is also a Director of Cereark Nigeria Limited, a leading business and information technology management consultancy firm that advises organizations on aligning technology with core strategic objectives.

Through his work, Soji is dedicated to advancing the standards of software quality and building world-class testing capabilities within organizations across Nigeria and beyond.

Demola Adesina

President, Association of Nigeria Software Testers

Demola Adesina is a seasoned software testing specialist with over 28 years of experience, 24 of which have been years dedicated to managing software testing initiatives on complex technology platforms. Renowned as a Software Testing Leader and Expert, he thrives in working with complex programs, delivering a comprehensive range of software and infrastructure testing advisory and delivery services.

Throughout his career, Demola has successfully led testing initiatives across various organizations, overseeing internal, remote, and offshore teams to ensure the successful execution of complex programs. He is particularly skilled in designing organizational testing policies and building robust test strategies tailored for complex systems.

Moreso, he provides invaluable guidance, support, and coaching to leadership teams within large organizations, fostering a culture of excellence in software testing.

In addition to his role as a Testing Leader and Senior Consultant for a prominent global multinational corporation, Demola is a passionate entrepreneur who believes in the principles of multiple streams of income.
As the CEO of Testing Academy, Demola leads a premier Software Testing Consulting firm specializing in Management, Coaching, Training, and Recruitment services. Since its inception in 2006, Testing Academy has empowered organizations in both Europe and Nigeria to achieve excellence in software testing through a comprehensive range of services. Demola is currently the President of the Association of Nigeria Software Testers (ANST), where he advocates for the advancement of software testing practices and promotes professional development within the community.

Watiri Kambo

Partnership Associate

Watiri is a Partnerships Associate and active member of the CAWSTEM community. With a background in cybersecurity and a passion for building inclusive tech spaces, she focuses on creating meaningful collaborations that empower women in STEM. Watiri brings her experience in community engagement and strategic partnerships to her role as moderator, guiding the conversation and ensuring diverse voices are heard. Her mission is to inspire and connect women across STEM fields, showcasing how representation and quality solutions can drive impact in tech ecosystems.

Opeyemi Olugunojin

Head Testing and Quality Assurance

Opeyemi Olugunojin is a seasoned Quality Assurance leader with extensive experience in functional testing, security testing, and automation across complex banking and enterprise environments. He currently serves as the Head of Quality Assurance for Union bank.

Opeyemi brings a proven track record of driving quality excellence, process optimization, and innovation in software delivery.

With expertise spanning manual and automated testing, performance testing, penetration testing, and AI-powered test solutions, Opeyemi has consistently delivered high-quality, secure, and user-centric digital products. He is adept at implementing industry best practices, establishing robust QA governance frameworks, and aligning testing strategies with organizational goals.

Beyond technical proficiency, Opeyemi is known for fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, mentoring teams, and championing the integration of advanced tools and methodologies to enhance testing efficiency.

Victory Oghenovo

Founder- The PM Tribe

Victory Oghenovo is the Founder of The PM Tribe, a global community of over 5000 members globally dedicated to empowering and equipping project managers with the skills, resources, and opportunities to excel in their careers. As a project management leader with almost a decade experience, she has successfully led high-impact projects globally with organizations like Forbes, the British Council, and the US Mission in Nigeria.

To bridge the skills gap in project management, Victory launched The PM Tribe Academy, an education-driven initiative providing affordable, hands-on training, live mentorship, and career support. Through this, she is on a mission to train 1 million project managers by 2030, ensuring they are not just certified but job-ready and equipped to drive innovation and sustainability.

With a passion for education, career transformation, and the future of work, Victory continues to champion initiatives that connect aspiring and experienced project managers to mentorship, job placements, and a thriving professional community

Sodeeq Elusoji

CTO

Sodeeq Elusoji is a seasoned technology leader and quality advocate with a distinguished career spanning over a decade in product engineering. He is the Co-founder and CTO of Scandium, a company dedicated to redefining how teams approach software quality through innovation and simplicity.

Before Scandium, Sodeeq co-founded Simbibot, an edtech platform that impacted thousands of learners across Africa, demonstrating his ability to combine technical expertise with transformative solutions. Over the years, he has worked with startups and enterprises alike, building testing frameworks, driving automation initiatives, and championing quality-first engineering cultures.

Passionate about the future of software testing, Sodeeq leads conversations around test automation, exploratory testing with AI, and building tools that empower testers to do more with less.

Olumide Johnson

Data Analyst

Olumide is a Senior Data Analyst with years of experience helping businesses turn raw data into clear insights and actionable strategies. He has a strong background in data visualization, database management, and business intelligence, with proven results in improving operational efficiency and driving growth.