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Recognition Highlights Contribution to Nigeria’s Fibre and Broadband Ecosystem
Chief Executive Officer of Notion Technology Limited, Mr. Gbenga Nana, has been recognised among the 50 Most Influential Figures in Nigeria’s Digital Economy 2026 at the 15th West Africa Convergence Conference (WACC) 2026, in recognition of his contributions to Nigeria’s digital transformation and the development of the country’s fibre optic and broadband ecosystem.
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The recognition came as policymakers, regulators, financial institutions, technology companies and other digital-economy stakeholders gathered at WACC 2026 to examine Nigeria’s economic growth trajectory and the increasingly strategic role of technology and digital infrastructure.
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For Nana and Notion Technology Limited, the recognition reflects years of engagement with the telecommunications engineering community through the supply of fibre optic equipment, technical support, maintenance services and capacity-building initiatives.
The company has positioned itself as a business-to-business provider of telecommunications equipment and engineering support, serving telecom companies, contractors and fibre professionals involved in the deployment and maintenance of broadband infrastructure.
WACC 2026 Places Digital Infrastructure at the Centre of Nigeria’s Growth Agenda
The recognition of Nana came against the backdrop of a broader conversation at WACC 2026 about the role of technology infrastructure in Nigeria’s next phase of economic development.
A major policy intervention at the conference came from the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, who called for technology and digital infrastructure to be increasingly treated as strategic economic assets.
According to the policy direction articulated at the event, infrastructure such as fibre networks, data centres, cloud platforms and artificial intelligence computing facilities should no longer be viewed merely as components of the ICT sector, but as assets capable of supporting investment, productivity, job creation and long-term economic competitiveness.
Yilwatda also called for innovative financing approaches involving pension funds, sovereign-backed investment vehicles, infrastructure funds, development finance institutions and public-private partnerships to mobilise capital for large-scale digital infrastructure development.
The argument reflects a growing consensus that countries investing in critical digital assets will be better positioned to attract investment and build competitive technology-driven economies.
Notion Technology Targets Nigeria’s Growing Fibre Infrastructure Market
Notion Technology Limited has built its business around the supply and support of professional telecommunications and fibre optic equipment.
Headquartered in Surulere, Lagos, with an office in Abuja, the company serves engineers, contractors and telecommunications organisations involved in deploying and maintaining fibre networks.
Its product offering includes fusion splicing machines, Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers, power meters, light sources, fibre optic toolkits, patch cords, pigtails and other equipment required for fibre deployment and maintenance.
The company also provides maintenance and repair services for sensitive engineering equipment, technical support and specialised practical training programmes for fibre optic engineers.
Through its logistics network and wholesale offerings, Notion Technology also serves contractors and organisations involved in telecommunications projects across Nigeria.
‘Fibre Engineers Are the Backbone of Connectivity’ — Nana
Speaking on the recognition, Nana said the award was an affirmation of the importance of consistency, innovation, technical excellence and a commitment to solving practical industry challenges.
“At Notion Technology Limited, this award is a powerful affirmation that consistency, innovation, technical excellence, and a relentless focus on solving real industry problems create a lasting legacy,” Nana said.
He said the company had remained committed to supporting Nigeria’s fibre optic ecosystem by providing equipment, technical support and solutions designed to help engineers and businesses build stronger, faster and more resilient networks.
“Our vision is clear: to be the definitive, one-stop enterprise for resolving Information and Telecommunications connectivity challenges. Through intelligent, consistent, and high-skill innovation, we deliver products and services that not only meet expectations, but create true customer satisfaction and delight,” he said.
Nana has consistently emphasised the strategic importance of fibre professionals to Nigeria’s increasingly digital economy.
Speaking previously to IT Edge News during a strategic forum for fibre engineers organised by Notion Technology, he described fibre engineers as a critical part of the infrastructure that enables modern society and the digital economy to function.
“Fiber engineers are extremely important, often more than people realize. They are the backbone of connectivity,” Nana said.
He noted that sectors ranging from telemedicine and financial services to businesses and households increasingly depend on reliable internet connectivity.
“When fiber engineers do their jobs effectively, everything else becomes possible. They make it possible for industries to function, for innovation to thrive, and for society to stay connected,” he added.
Fibre Infrastructure Emerges as a Strategic Digital Economy Asset
As Nigeria accelerates its transition towards a more digitally driven economy, demand for reliable and scalable connectivity infrastructure is expected to continue growing.
Financial technology platforms, telecommunications operators, e-commerce businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions and government agencies increasingly depend on digital systems to deliver services.
Behind many of these services is a growing requirement for high-capacity connectivity.
Fibre infrastructure, therefore, remains fundamental to the expansion of broadband services, data centres, cloud computing, enterprise networks and emerging technology platforms.
This growing dependence on connectivity has also increased the importance of the engineers, contractors, equipment providers and technical service companies responsible for building and maintaining the physical networks that power Nigeria’s digital economy.
Against this background, Notion Technology’s focus on fibre equipment, technical support and skills development places the company within a critical segment of Nigeria’s broader telecommunications and broadband infrastructure value chain.
MOFI, Regulators and Industry Stakeholders Focus on Digital Economy Execution
Discussions at WACC 2026 also highlighted the importance of converting policy ambitions into practical investments and infrastructure.
The Chief Executive Officer of Ministry of Finance Incorporated, Dr. Armstrong Ume Takang, reinforced the importance of partnerships in unlocking and converting underutilised government assets into productive economic infrastructure.
The conference also brought together regulatory and industry perspectives around data governance, cybersecurity, digital trust and broadband connectivity.
The participation of institutions including the Nigeria Data Protection Commission underscored the increasing importance of privacy, responsible data use and regulatory compliance as Nigeria’s digital economy expands.
The convergence of technology, regulation, infrastructure and investment is creating an increasingly interconnected environment for companies operating across Nigeria’s digital ecosystem.
For infrastructure-focused businesses, the opportunity is not only to support connectivity expansion but also to provide the tools, skills and services required to build more resilient digital networks.
Technology Moves from the Periphery to the Centre of Economic Strategy
One of the strongest themes emerging from WACC 2026 was the growing recognition that technology can no longer be treated as a peripheral component of Nigeria’s economic development strategy.
Broadband infrastructure, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, fintech, cybersecurity, data centres and digital public infrastructure are increasingly becoming important drivers of productivity, financial inclusion, public-sector modernisation and private-sector competitiveness.
However, the discussions also highlighted the need to connect policy ambition with capital, infrastructure, effective regulation and institutional capacity.
Nigeria’s digital transformation will require more than technology companies and entrepreneurs. It will also depend on patient capital, modern infrastructure, strong governance, cybersecurity, responsible data management and coordinated public-private partnerships.
Recognition Places Notion Technology Within Nigeria’s Digital Transformation Story
The recognition of Gbenga Nana among the 50 Most Influential Figures in Nigeria’s Digital Economy 2026 provides further visibility for the role of companies operating within the less visible but increasingly essential layers of Nigeria’s technology ecosystem.
While digital transformation is often associated with software, fintech, artificial intelligence and digital platforms, these innovations ultimately depend on the physical infrastructure capable of moving data quickly and reliably.
Fibre networks and the professionals responsible for deploying and maintaining them are therefore becoming increasingly important to Nigeria’s ambition to build a more connected and competitive economy.
As the country expands broadband infrastructure and pursues greater digital inclusion, companies such as Notion Technology are positioning themselves to support the engineers, contractors and organisations responsible for building the networks behind Nigeria’s digital future.
For Nana, the recognition at WACC 2026 represents not only a personal achievement but also an acknowledgement of the strategic importance of fibre infrastructure and the wider ecosystem supporting Nigeria’s digital transformation.
A Convergence of Policy, Capital and Digital Innovation
WACC 2026 brought together stakeholders from government, finance, regulation and industry, reflecting the growing convergence between public policy, investment and technology innovation.
Institutions and stakeholders across the digital economy are increasingly confronted with the same challenge: how to build the infrastructure, governance frameworks and investment structures required to support sustainable growth.
The answer will likely depend on stronger collaboration between government, regulators, financial institutions, infrastructure providers, technology companies and the engineering community.
Against this backdrop, the recognition of Notion Technology CEO Gbenga Nana highlights the growing importance of the companies and professionals building the physical foundations of Nigeria’s digital economy.
As fibre networks, data centres, cloud infrastructure and other critical digital assets become increasingly central to national competitiveness, the businesses supporting their deployment and maintenance are likely to play an even more significant role in the next phase of Nigeria’s technology transformation.
