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TeKnowledge Launches AI-First Expert Technology Services in Nigeria<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TeKnowledge, a global tech firm specializing in AI, customer experience, and cybersecurity, has launched its AI-First Expert Technology Services in Nigeria. The announcement took place at the 2025 TeKnowledge Nigeria CxO Summit in Lagos, which also marked the unveiling of a refreshed brand identity to reflect the company\u2019s global growth and innovation drive in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The summit gathered leaders from public and private sectors to celebrate TeKnowledge\u2019s seven-year presence in Nigeria and discuss the future of tech-driven transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Olugbolahan Olusanya, Growth and Sales Director for Africa, emphasized the company\u2019s focus on inclusivity and youth development, noting recognition as one of Africa\u2019s top tech platforms and workplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

President and CEO Aileen Allkins delivered the keynote, highlighting TeKnowledge\u2019s journey since its 2010 inception and its African expansion since launching in Nigeria in 2018 with 200 employees\u2014now grown to 2,000. She also announced plans to expand beyond Lagos, with new hubs across Africa, building on existing operations in Rwanda<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TeKnowledge\u2019s AI-First Mission<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of TeKnowledge\u2019s operations is an AI-first framework<\/strong>, which integrates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Customer experience (CX)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Cybersecurity<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Productivity tools<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    These are bundled into tailored solutions for emerging markets<\/strong>, like Nigeria. The goal is to embed AI into every layer of innovation<\/strong>, helping organizations become faster, smarter, and more agile<\/strong> in an increasingly digital world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    TeKnowledge emphasizes that for true digital transformation<\/strong> to occur, countries like Nigeria must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Understand what AI really means<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Adopt an AI-first mindset<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Train people<\/strong> in AI and digital skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      The AI-First Mindset: Nidal Abou-Ltaif\u2019s Insights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Nidal Abou-Ltaif, the Chief Revenue and Transformation Officer, presented a session titled “Intent in Practice: An AI-First Mindset.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Key messages from his session:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Reimagining processes<\/strong>: Challenging traditional ways of doing things<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Treating data as a strategic asset<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Using automation to amplify\u2014not replace\u2014human capability<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Creating structured plans<\/strong> and developing skills<\/strong> to embed AI meaningfully into decision-making and operations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        He also applauded Nigeria\u2019s transition from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Traditional sectors like trade and Nollywood<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • To fintech, digital innovation, and now AI<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Nidal acknowledged the Nigerian government\u2019s efforts<\/strong>, specifically:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • The National AI Strategy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • The 3MTT Programme<\/strong>, aiming to train 3 million Nigerians<\/strong> in digital skills by 2027<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            Cybersecurity Focus: Panel Discussion Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            A critical topic at the summit was cybersecurity, discussed in the panel “Navigating the Evolving Threat Landscape.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Moderated by Gabriel Portnoy<\/strong>, with panelists including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Mahmood Lockhat<\/strong>, CTO<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Emmanuel Okoraji<\/strong>, Head of Cyber Intelligence at First Bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Olutimileyin Oyesanya<\/strong>, President of ISC2 Nigeria Chapter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Main discussion points:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • How AI is revolutionizing cyber defence<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Real-time threat detection<\/strong> and automated responses<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Building resilience<\/strong> and trust<\/strong> within organizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • The importance of adapting to an increasingly sophisticated cyber threat environment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                Partnerships & Local Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                TeKnowledge\u2019s work in Nigeria is not in isolation\u2014it thrives on strong partnerships<\/strong>, such as with First Bank<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • In 3 years, they\u2019ve upskilled over 450 employees<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • TeKnowledge now serves over 40 Nigerian organisations<\/strong> across:\n
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                  • Digital transformation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Skilling and workforce development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Cybersecurity services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    The company also operates a Security Operations Centre in Nigeria<\/strong>, which:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Provides award-winning cybersecurity services<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Offers real-time monitoring and threat response<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Delivers scalable solutions<\/strong> for African enterprises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                      Call to Action: Collaboration for Sustainable AI<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                      The summit concluded with a call for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Cross-sector collaboration<\/strong> between public and private sectors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Solutions to structural challenges<\/strong> like:\n
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                        • Poor infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Shortage of skilled talent<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Fragmented policies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                          TeKnowledge committed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          • Building locally relevant, ethical, and scalable AI-first solutions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Continuing to train and empower Nigerians<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Supporting national development goals<\/strong> through innovation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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