Making it a double honour for the company, its CEO, Mr. Akeem Ogunkoya was also named Telecom Personality of the Year, emphasizing the company’s immense contribution to the telecom sector.

Commenting on the awards, Ogunkoya said the awards came as a testament to the company’s commitment to harnessing the power of digital transformation to drive innovation in the Nigerian telecom industry.

“We are truly honoured to have been recognized at the 2024 Tech Innovation Awards. Winning Telecom Support Solutions Company of the Year is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire IMBIL team.

“Our commitment to delivering innovative, reliable, and cutting-edge solutions to support the telecom industry remains unwavering, and this award further motivates us to continue pushing the boundaries of excellence,” he said.

On his award, he said:

“Being personally named Telecom Personality of the Year is deeply humbling. This recognition underscores not only my efforts but also the collaborative spirit and expertise that define IMBIL.

“I am grateful for the incredible team I work with and for the trust our partners and clients place in us. As we look to the future, we are committed to driving more transformative solutions that will shape the telecom industry and enhance connectivity for people across the nation and beyond.”

Speaking during the awards presentation, Mr. Akin Naphtal, the chief executive officer of Instinctwave, the organisers of TIA, further noted that the awards are based solely on merit, recognizing those who deliver concrete results and transformative solutions.

“These accolades go beyond recognition. they are a call to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, driving change not just in technology but in the broader economic framework,” he added.

The awards ceremony brought together top figures from technology, business, and innovation, all united by the theme “Celebrating Excellence in Digital Innovations.”

With resilience woven into each story of success, the night honoured individuals and organisations that have adapted to and thrived despite an unpredictable economic landscape.

Other key winners of the TIA 2024 awards included MTN Foundation, celebrated for its impactful education and skill development initiatives; Zoracom, named Auxiliary Telecom Infrastructure Support Provider of the Year; and Zoho One, honoured as Best Unified Cloud Software Product of the Year.

Since its inception, Zoracom has been at the forefront of empowering businesses with seamless solutions, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring end-to-end visibility.

From its humble beginnings as a startup offering IT services, Zoracom has evolved into a dominant force in Nigeria’s IT landscape.

Renowned for its expertise in business automation and cybersecurity, Zoracom has continually raised the bar in delivering cutting-edge solutions tailored to the needs of its clients.

Reflecting on this remarkable journey, Kesiena Ogheneruru, chief operations/people officer at Zoracom, emphasized the company’s steadfast commitment to innovation in Nigeria’s IT industry. Ogheneruru stated, “Zoracom has been leading the charge in business process automation and cybersecurity solutions, consistently pushing boundaries and driving positive change in the ecosystem.”

At the core of Zoracom’s operations lie infrastructure management, observability, and cybersecurity. The company’s comprehensive suite of solutions empowers businesses to gain valuable insights into their operations while bolstering their security posture.

Zoracom operates a state-of-the-art Network and Security Operations Centre (NSOC) located in the Lekki-Epe axis, dedicated to providing top-tier cybersecurity solutions to entities across Nigeria and West Africa.

John Nwachukwu, chief strategy/executive officer (CSEO) of Zoracom, underscored the company’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions across observability, cybersecurity, and infrastructure domains. “In today’s era of rapid digital transformation, safeguarding organizations against internet threats is paramount. Our NSOC is equipped with cutting-edge technology to proactively monitor and defend against cyber threats,” Nwachukwu explained.

Since its inception in December 2022, the NSOC has garnered acclaim for its proactive approach to network monitoring and cybersecurity, earning Zoracom numerous accolades and awards. Looking ahead, Nwachukwu outlined Zoracom’s vision of expanding its global footprint through strategic international partnerships to deliver superior digital observability solutions.

Zoracom offers a diverse portfolio of technology solutions, including cybersecurity, cloud services, network management, and service management.

In addition to cybersecurity, the company specializes in infrastructure sharing, equipment refurbishing, co-location services, and providing end-to-end visibility into network infrastructure such as broadband access networks, mobile networks, radio networks, optical backbones, security/firewalls, and voice/soft switch solutions.

As Zoracom commemorates its tenth anniversary, it remains committed to driving innovation, excellence, and security in Nigeria’s IT sector and beyond.

Rising to meet this demand is Zoracom, a technology company for cybersecurity, observability and infrastructure management based in Lagos that has achieved significant milestones since the establishment of its Network and Security Operations Center (NSOC), touted as one of the most sophisticated in both Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Zoracom’s NSOC has made remarkable advancements in capacity building for cybersecurity experts and the mitigation of digital breaches. Speaking at a media parley, John Nwachukwu, Chief Strategy/Executive Officer – CSEO of Zoracom, emphasized the evolving nature of the digital landscape, stating;

“As the digital landscape is constantly changing, and it is becoming increasingly difficult to protect against the various forms of cyberattacks that are targeting organizations of all sizes.”

Zoracom has strategically invested in state-of-the-art technologies and strategies within its NSOC (Network & Security Operation Centers) to stay one step ahead of cyber attackers.

The facility specializes in providing cybersecurity solutions and network monitoring capabilities to public and private organizations, offering services such as network security monitoring, security incident response, vulnerability management, compliance management, security analytics, and security training and education.

Furthermore, Zoracom operates as a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), offering services such as threat analyses, ransomware detection, 24/7 expert-led threat monitoring and response, compliance monitoring, and forensic analyses.

The company is committed to empowering businesses with the right technology to secure their digital footprint, gain flexibility, and achieve agility in connecting, securing, managing, and analyzing data.

Highlighting their commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR), Nwachukwu emphasized Zoracom’s engagement in Young Talent training within the community where they operate.

He stated;

“We proudly underscore our unwavering commitment to nurturing and empowering interns, fostering talent specializing in cybersecurity, network management, and software development.”

In the realm of cybersecurity training and awareness, Zoracom has achieved ISO27001 certification and provides training and programs to keep businesses informed about the latest cybersecurity best practices.

Expanding their impact, Zoracom has played a pivotal role in maintaining a reliable and efficient network and service management, enhancing the digital service and cybersecurity defenses in the telecom industry.

The company proactively manage, monitors and maintains networks, including broadband access networks, mobile networks, LoRa Access Networks, Radio Networks, Optical/SDH, Ethernet, IP/MLS Aggregation, Optical, IP/MPLS Backbones, Security/Firewalls, Voice/Soft Switch, Change and Config management for MNOs

In response to the booming fintech sector in Nigeria, Zoracom has seamlessly integrated its services, offering data analytics, enhanced customer engagement through Miro – Service Management solutions, regulatory compliance, risk management, and innovations in payments.

The company’s advanced data analytics services enable swift decision-making, while AI-powered solutions assist fintech companies in resolving complex queries.

Zoracom’s risk assessment capabilities identify potential risks, while its automated network and service management solutions save time and reduce operational costs.

The cornerstone of Zoracom’s success is its cutting-edge NSOC facility, which is equipped with tools and resources to monitor network service and cyber threats in real-time. Launched in December 2022, the facility has brought a proactive approach to network monitoring and cybersecurity, resulting in various achievements and awards for the organization.

Looking ahead, John Nwachukwu outlined Zoracom’s vision, stating,

“We envision an exciting chapter marked by strategic international partnerships that will propel us to new heights. With a focus on global collaboration, we anticipate forging key alliances with organizations from diverse countries to deliver excellent digital observability.

This is coming with the recent launch of Zoracom NSOC facility in Lagos. A facility dedicated to arresting, mitigating and monitoring cyber security breaches of Nigerian firms.

Speaking to the media after the recognition, John Nwachukwu, the recipient of the award and the Chief Executive and Information Officer of Zoracom said, “I feel elated at this award and it is a testament that our impact is been felt. We launched our network and security operation center this December, the aim is to provide a cybersecurity management to enterprises, so what we do is that we are able to help businesses in the area of monitoring/visibility. This is when they will be able to identify when there is a problem. So, with our NSOC solution as a service we are helping to bridge the gap of lack of resource and support networks of organizations from financial sector to ISPs.”

Speaking on surge, John added that “Our solution is a scalable solution, one important thing we do is that we are at the point that it scales. What we do is that before bandwidth growth happens, we see it through graphs, it could be cyber-attack or many users at a time like now we have people accessing online financial transaction. We advise organization on how to scale. We encourage people to go online and do transaction and we focus on the root cause. We have mirror solution and fortress to ward off attacks for organization and they are automated.

The Top 50 has become an institutionalised agenda (on its own) to identify the industry leaders in general and specific aspects of the IT market. The 2023 edition is all about the  coming together of industry players.

The 2023 edition of Top 50, the first after COVID 19, opens a new chapter for a general and specific assessment of the industry that will allow for measurements across verticals for Top 10, Top 20, Top 50 and Top 100.

Some of the companies recognised for their impact in the ICT industries include regulators like NCC, NITDA, Data Protection Agency and private players like Open Access Data Centres (OADC); FinTrak Software Co. Ltd; Ezzential Global Services Ltd; Crystalfix Nigeria LTD (CNL); Cedarview Communications Limited (CCL); Zora Communication Limited; Information Connectivity Solution Limited (ICSL); Unitellas International Limited; Swift Telephone Network Ltd (STN); HD Technologies; Smart Web Nigeria Limited.