Ernest Akinlola is a telecommunications and technology veteran with extensive local and international experience. He has successfully led multidisciplinary teams and transformation programmes at a range of bluechip organizations such as T-Mobile (UK) , Virgin Mobile (UK), 9 Mobile (Nigeria) and most recently as erstwhile MD/CEO of Ntel (formerly NITEL Nigeria’s National Telecommunications Carrier).

He is a keen supporter of tech start-ups as an investor, mentor and non executive director. Ernest is a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants and holds a degree in Applied Economics from the University London, MBA from Manchester Business Schools and was recently inducted to the Institute of Directors, Nigeria.

To learn more about Ernest, visit the Africa: The New Horizon Symposium on 21st September 2019. Tickets on sale now.