Effective July 1, 2026, Ikenna Uche, currently chief technical officer, will assume the role of managing director, Tizeti Network Limited, taking responsibility for day-to-day operations, network execution, and service delivery.

The restructuring reflects a deliberate evolution toward a more specialized operating model as the company accelerates nationwide fiber deployment and expands its broadband footprint across Nigeria.

As part of the leadership changes:

• Modupe Sapaye has been named Chief Financial Officer, strengthening financial management as the business enters a more capital-intensive growth phase.
• Amadi Ama has been named Vice President, Marketing to lead brand strategy, customer acquisition, and market expansion initiatives across consumer and enterprise segments.
• Emmanuel Agosu has been appointed Vice President, FreeFiber, to lead the company’s fiber access expansion strategy.
• Ijem Okolugbo has been appointed Vice President, Operations, to oversee network operations, service delivery, and field execution, ensuring reliability and efficiency across Tizeti’s growing infrastructure footprint.

Kendall Ananyi, described the company as;

“A digital backbone of Nigeria and one of the country’s largest internet providers,” and said “Tizeti Network Limited has reached a scale where separating strategic leadership from operational execution is critical. This structure allows us to move faster on network expansion, deepen operational focus, and maintain the discipline required to build long-term infrastructure at scale. Ikenna brings the technical depth and execution experience needed to lead the next phase of growth.”

Uche brings over 2 decades of experience in telecommunications and internet services across Nigeria and West Africa.

He has held senior roles at Vodacom-Mobax and Reliance Telecom, and has led core network operations, infrastructure rollout, and large-scale service delivery at Tizeti.

The company said the leadership restructuring is designed to strengthen execution as it expands its fiber network, scales its FreeFiber.ng platform, and adapts its operating model to compete effectively in an increasingly demanding broadband market.

The rollout begins October 1 for its fiber (FreeFiber.Africa) customers, October 15 for wireless wifi (Wifi.com.ng) users, and November 1 for its subscribers in Ghana (GhanaWifi.com).

For 13 years, Tizeti has led with affordability and unlimited internet. With the introduction of FreeFiber.Africa, it delivered unlimited speed, faster than 5G or satellite internet. But connectivity alone was not enough.

The company spent the past five months listening to customer feedback, redesigning its service model, and embedding AI into every step of the customer journey.

The result is a system that places more control in the hands of users, eliminates common pain points, and ensures greater transparency.

Under the New & Awesome Deal, customers will now be able to check their connection health, account status, and device performance directly from their phones before even speaking with an agent.

AI systems instantly identify callers using their Customer Identification Number (CIN), removing the need for lengthy verification.

Customers can also track technicians in real time when field visits are required, receive live updates on disruptions through Status.Tizeti.com, and benefit from automated compensation when service issues fall within the ISP’s control.

Payments, traditionally a friction point, are also streamlined. Through its platform Pay.Tizeti.com, AI agents automatically link transactions to the customer’s CIN, activating accounts instantly, sending receipts by email, and updating expiration dates without delays or manual proof of payment.

For ISP customers in Nigeria, this game-changing solution means seamless renewals and faster service continuity.

“At 13 years old, Tizeti is evolving,” said Kendall Ananyi, Chief Executive Officer of Tizeti. “We pioneered unlimited internet and introduced unlimited speed. Now, we are redefining service itself. The New & Awesome Deal adapts AI tools to give customers control, speed up resolutions, and make the entire experience – from onboarding to payments – simpler, smarter, and more transparent.”

The initiative underscores Tizeti’s ambition to move beyond providing connectivity into delivering intelligent, user-centered infrastructure.

As AI increasingly defines digital life, Tizeti is betting that customer empowerment and transparency will be the true differentiators in Africa’s broadband market.

The initiative underscores Tizeti’s ambition to move beyond being just a connectivity provider into building a true platform play – an ecosystem where broadband is only an enabler.

Globally, leading telcos have already made this shift: Reliance Jio in India expanded from low-cost data into payments, entertainment, and cloud; Safaricom in Kenya turned its mobile network into a financial services platform with M-Pesa; and Orange in Africa has layered health, banking, and enterprise services on top of its network.

Tizeti’s bet is that Africa’s next leap will follow this path – where connectivity becomes the baseline, and value comes from intelligent, user-centered infrastructure that empowers customers to manage their services, pay seamlessly, and tap into AI-driven digital tools.

Tizeti’s success stems from its innovative business model, characterized by capital-efficient tower costs, next generation fiber to the home, vertically integrated operations spanning from submarine cables to fiber connected solar-powered towers, seasoned leadership, direct and partner investments across West Africa and strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Microsoft, MainOne, and Cambium.

Leveraging these strengths, Tizeti has significantly expanded its coverage footprint profitably, including recent expansions into Francophone West Africa and deeper penetration into key regions of Ghana and Nigeria.

The company’s commitment to unlimited data plans, facilitated by favorable contracts and partnerships, has facilitated its growth in enterprise and international markets. In the past year alone, Tizeti has extended its reach to new territories in Nigeria and broadened coverage in existing regions, addressing critical digital disparities and fostering economic inclusion across the continent.

With nearly 200 towers operational across West Africa, Tizeti delivers over 180TB of internet data daily, a testament to its impact in bridging digital divides and stimulating socio-economic development.

It also delivered 35,219 TB as at December 2023, amidst industry challenges, underscoring its resilience and demand potential.

Kendall Ananyi, the founder and CEO of Tizeti, said,

“We’re thrilled to announce our third dividend for shareholders, especially significant because we are paying this during the toughest period for internet service providers and telecommunications companies in Africa. We continued our expansions throughout Nigeria and across three key regions in Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire, and our commitment to narrowing the digital gap through accessible broadband services is driving lasting change across West Africa, laying the groundwork for a thriving digital economy while also providing tangible financial returns to our shareholders. Our track record of profitability five out of the last six years underscores the strength of our business fundamentals. We extend our sincere appreciation to our shareholders for their unwavering support and look forward to delivering even stronger financial results in the years ahead.”

Ifeanyi Okonkwo, Tizeti’s co-founder and Chief Operating Officer, echoed Mr. Ananyi’s sentiments.

“With consistent profitability over the last few years, we are well-positioned to drive our expansion and growth across underserved locations in Anglophone and Francophone West Africa. As we continue to invest in our network for future growth, we remain committed to supporting our employees for the challenges ahead. We are proud to say that we have consistently distributed bonuses for the past five years,” he said.

Tizeti’s pioneering use of solar-powered base stations has not only reduced carbon emissions and operational costs but has also made broadband internet more accessible and affordable, driving connectivity and digital inclusion.

As it explores opportunities in other African markets, Tizeti remains committed to its vision of advancing national broadband goals and driving innovation in the telecommunications sector.

Recognized for its innovative practices, Tizeti continues to solidify its position as a leader in the region, earning accolades such as the 6th Most Innovative Company in Africa and Nigeria’s Internet Service Provider of the Year.

His appointment was announced today as part of the company’s leadership restructuring process.

Emmanuel Ikazoboh is the immediate past Group Chairman of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), Chairman of ARM Pensions Managers Limited (Pensions Fund Administrators), and is the International Vice Chairman at International Institute for Sustainable Development, Canada.

He is an independent/Non-Executive Director for Nampak Packaging Limited South Africa and Dangote Cement Plc.

He was appointed Administrator of The Nigerian Stock Exchange and helped transform the Nigerian Stock Exchange as well as the Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS), and was responsible for restructuring the management, equities market, stock brokerage processes, and corporate governance structure of both entities to create an enviable Stock Exchange in Africa.

“Tizeti’s growing market share in the unlimited internet market in Nigeria provides huge opportunities to tackle digital exclusion for millions in the region. The company’s impact over the last nine years and ongoing transformation reveal the opportunities ahead, especially in a digital economy. Tizeti has a deserved reputation for its innovative products and disruptive approach, and I look forward to serving as its Board Chairman”, said Ikazoboh.

Emmanuel Ikazoboh has held previous roles as the Chairman/CEO of Deloitte West & Central Africa; Managing Partner for Deloitte Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), and Client Service Director for Deloitte Africa.

He also served as Partner of Deloitte & Touche in Dartford UK and brings an international perspective to Tizeti’s business.

He is a Member of the Presidential Committee for the restructuring of the Nigerian Government Ministries, Agencies, and Commissions and the reduction of the cost of governance.

Emmanuel Ikazoboh holds an MBA in Financial Management from Manchester University Business School, is certified as a UK Certified Accountant, and holds Fellowships at the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants and the Nigeria Institute of Chartered Accountants.

The other new members of the Tizeti board include Engr. Okechukwu Obiagwu and Patricia Aiyedun.

Okechukwu Obiagwu is an Electrical/Electronic Engineer with significant experience in the oil and gas industry.

He previously worked at Halliburton Energy Service for 19 years and rose to Senior Leadership as the Country Manager for the Wireline and Perforating division, before he explored his interests in alternative/clean energy, oil and gas services, and eCommerce.  

He is a graduate of Electrical/Electronic Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt.

Patricia Aiyedun is the Chief Financial Officer at inq.Digital (previously Vodacom Business Africa) and has 16 years of broad experience in professional service.

Her experience covers due diligence on M&A transactions, financial reporting, auditing, and advisory. She previously worked as a Senior Manager at the Big 4 firm PricewaterhouseCoopers and started her career at Diamond Bank.

She obtained her first degree from the University of Ibadan, is a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants of Nigeria (ACCA), and has acquired numerous certifications.

“Tizeti continues to grow at a fast pace and expanding our board will provide the guidance our leadership team needs to continue to grow the company to fulfill its mission of being Africa’s top provider of Internet and Voice. It also helps to increase corporate governance & diversity, improve corporate decision making & strategy at our company, and position Tizeti firmly for the digital economy,” said Kendall Ananyi, Chief Executive Officer of Tizeti.