‘2024 Digital Jurist Awards’: Phillips Consulting Honours Nigeria’s Digital Transformation Leaders

Sunday Ehigiator

Phillips Consulting (pcl.) recently hosted the prestigious 2024 Digital Jurist Awards, celebrating organizations and individuals driving digital transformation in Nigeria.
The ceremony, held at Eko Hotels & Suites in Victoria Island, Lagos, recognised excellence in digital innovation across various sectors, including financial services, telecoms, and government.
Themed, ‘Digital Transformation: Building Sustainable Platforms for The Future’, the event gathered key players from sectors including financial services, telecoms, and government.
A keynote speech by the CEO of Beyond Limits Africa, Dr. Juliet Ehimuan, highlighted the role of technology in driving sustainable growth.

“The Digital Jurist Awards celebrate organisations that exemplify excellence in digital transformation,” Dr. Ehimuan noted, emphasising the importance of building resilient, scalable, and secure digital platforms to maintain a competitive edge.
At the event, expert panellists delved into emerging trends in digital transformation, highlighting the crucial role of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at MTN Nigeria, Babalola Oyeleye, stressed the importance of integrating AI and data management to create personalized customer experiences tailored to individual needs.
This emphasis on AI is consistent with current trends, where AI and machine learning are driving business process improvements and enhancing customer experiences.

Meanwhile, the Chief Information Security Officer at FCMB, Ayowole Popoola, underscored the necessity of incorporating cybersecurity from the outset of digital initiatives, rather than treating it as an afterthought.
According to him, “This approach is vital, given the increasing risk of cyberattacks and the need for organizations to prioritise security in their digital transformation journeys. By integrating cybersecurity into the planning stage, businesses can ensure a secure and resilient digital infrastructure.”
The discussion on digital transformation continued with insightful contributions from industry leaders.
The CEO of ChamsSwitch Limited, Dumebi Obodo, emphasised the significance of user-centred design in creating efficient digital platforms.

He noted that a well-designed platform minimises the need for customer support, advocating annual data audits to ensure optimal performance.
Similarly, Dr. Usman Abdullahi, from NITDA, stressed the importance of adaptable regulatory frameworks, prioritizing user protection as a cornerstone of sustainable digital platforms.
The event reached its climax with the announcement of winners, honoring outstanding digital achievements in Nigeria.
Access Bank Plc emerged victorious in Commercial Banking, securing awards for Best Digital and Best Website. MTN Nigeria swept the Telecoms sector, winning Best Digital, Best Website, and Best Social Media. Interswitch Limited, Piggyvest, and Moniepoint also received notable recognitions in FinTech and Microfinance, respectively.

In his remarks, a Partner at Phillips Consulting, Jason Ikegwu, highlighted the evolution of the Digital Jurist Awards, now evaluating digital platforms’ effectiveness across various touchpoints.
The COO of Phillips Consulting, Olawanle Moronkeji, emphasised the power of collaboration in driving Nigeria’s digital transformation. “Together, we can build platforms that enhance business and the digital landscape,” he noted.