Speaker Bio
Aliyu Yusuf Aboki, Executive Secretary of West Africa Telecommunications Regulators Association (WATRA), brings over 20 years of expertise in telecommunications and ICTs. He is an influential advocate for digital transformation across West Africa, working to enhance regional connectivity and promote digital inclusion. His professional journey, spanning the private sector and technical domains, positions him as a key leader in cross-border collaborations that advance affordable telecommunications and ICT services, vital for economic growth and prosperity in the region.
Aliyu earned an MSc in Communication Engineering from the University of Manchester, an MBA from the University of Warwick, and holds certifications from prestigious institutions, including the Harvard Kennedy School and the University of Cambridge. His strategic insights and negotiation acumen are central to fostering global partnerships that support WATRA's mission of regional integration and technological progress. Through his leadership, Aliyu is helping shape the future of telecommunications and ICT regulation in West Africa, ensuring that the sector evolves with innovation and inclusivity at its core.