Ene Ojaide Wins Global Excellence Summit Innovation and Technology Award for AI and Data Solutions in Africa

Ene Ojaide has been awarded the Innovation and Technology Award at the Global Excellence Summit and Awards (GESA) for her work in developing practical artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions that help African businesses navigate complex technological challenges. The recognition highlights Ojaide’s role in designing frameworks and tools that enable organisations to leverage data for better […]

Ene Ojaide has been awarded the Innovation and Technology Award at the Global Excellence Summit and Awards (GESA) for her work in developing practical artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions that help African businesses navigate complex technological challenges.

The recognition highlights Ojaide’s role in designing frameworks and tools that enable organisations to leverage data for better decision-making, operational efficiency, and scalable growth. Her contributions focus on translating emerging technologies into accessible, real-world solutions that have measurable impact across enterprises in Nigeria and beyond.

The Global Excellence Summit and Awards recognises professionals whose work drives innovation, leadership, and measurable technological advancement. The Innovation and Technology category honours individuals whose projects or initiatives introduce new methods, tools, or approaches that improve operational processes, enhance industry standards, or expand technology adoption.

Ojaide’s award is based on her efforts to make AI and analytics more approachable for organisations, bridging the gap between complex technical systems and everyday business use. Her work emphasises practical applications of machine learning and data intelligence to solve operational and strategic challenges, ensuring businesses can extract value from technology without extensive technical resources.

“This award reflects the growing need for innovation that not only pushes technological boundaries but is also grounded in practical impact,” Ojaide said. She added that fostering accessible innovation ecosystems is critical for developing talent and supporting responsible technology adoption across Africa.

Industry experts note that recognising African innovators like Ojaide signals a broader shift in the global technology landscape. As more organisations across Africa embrace AI and data-driven solutions, leaders who combine technical expertise with strategy are increasingly influencing both regional and international industry standards.

By receiving the Innovation and Technology Award, Ojaide joins a growing group of African professionals whose work demonstrates how emerging technologies can drive measurable economic and operational benefits. Her recognition serves as a testament to the importance of innovation that is both scalable and relevant to local contexts.

GESA’s awards platform celebrates leaders whose contributions influence industry development, enhance technological adoption, and shape the future of digital transformation across the continent. Ojaide’s recognition is a clear indicator of the expanding impact of African tech professionals on global innovation.