ADEYEMI OLANREWAJU: A TRAILBLAZER IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEERING BY CHINEDU NSOFOR

With over two decades of trailblazing experience in telecommunications engineering and projects, Adeyemi Olanrewaju is a dynamic leader committed to driving innovation and excellence in the ever-evolving industry. As a seasoned professional, he holds certifications in Project Management, Strategy Consulting, Change Management, showcasing his versatility in steering multifaceted initiatives to success.

Pioneering Contributions to Nigeria’s Telecommunications

Adeyemi takes pride in being one of the pioneering RF engineers who has significantly contributed to the growth of telecommunications in Nigeria. He has spearheaded advancements from 2G to 5G and engaged in network modernization, optimization, and strategic innovation. His efforts have been instrumental in ensuring that Nigeria stays at the forefront of telecommunications technology, enabling better connectivity and more reliable services for millions of users.

Academic Background and Professional Development

Adeyemi’s academic journey began with a BEng in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ilorin. Recognizing the importance of continuous learning, he pursued an MSc in Project Management from Robert Gordon University, Scotland (RGU). Currently, he is enhancing his expertise further by pursuing a PhD in Business Administration and Marketing from Babcock University, Nigeria. To bolster his leadership skills, he has completed courses at the Lagos Business School (LBS) and other reputable institutions, ensuring he remains at the cutting edge of industry practices.

Leadership at Airtel Nigeria

At Airtel Nigeria, Adeyemi has held pivotal roles that have shaped the company’s network strategy and execution. As the Head of RAN Planning from May 2013 to the present, he has been instrumental in developing short and long-term network capacity plans to accommodate the company’s growth projections. His previous role as Manager of Network Design & Planning from 2008 to 2013 laid the foundation for his current leadership position.

Key Roles and Achievements

Developing Network Capacity Plans: Adeyemi has developed short and long-term network capacity plans that align with Airtel’s growth projections. His strategies ensure the network can scale efficiently to meet increasing demand.

Network Expansion Strategy: He supports the network expansion strategy by providing field-sensitive feedback on the nominal capacity rollout strategy. His insights are crucial for optimizing the network’s reach and performance.

Trend Evaluation and Strategy Development: Adeyemi evaluates local and global telecommunications trends and develops strategies to counter or minimize possible impacts on the network’s architecture and integrity. This proactive approach helps maintain the robustness of the access network.

Capacity Modelling: He provides input in modeling current and future network capacity against business growth requirements, ensuring the network can support future demands.

End-to-End Network Capacity Planning: Adeyemi oversees end-to-end network capacity planning across multi-vendor areas, ensuring a seamless integration of diverse technologies.

Network Utilization Monitoring: He ensures adequate and effective network capacity monitoring and regular utilization trend reporting. This allows for appropriate capacity rightsizing activities.

Identifying Specialist Tools: Adeyemi supports the identification of specialist tools, equipment, and solutions for network capacity enhancements, contributing to the overall efficiency and performance of the network.

Budget Monitoring and Control: He monitors and controls the budgetary needs of his unit, ensuring financial resources are utilized effectively.

Management Reporting: Adeyemi provides periodic activity and management reports, keeping stakeholders informed and enabling data-driven decision-making.

Dedication to Business Growth and Innovation

Adeyemi Olanrewaju is dedicated to fostering business growth through cutting-edge solutions. His commitment to innovation and excellence has not only driven his personal success but also contributed significantly to the advancement of the telecommunications industry in Nigeria. Through his leadership, Airtel Nigeria continues to deliver high-quality services, driving economic growth and improving the quality of life for its users.

Chinedu Nsofor is a Seasoned Technocrat, Media Guru/Consultant and writes from Owerri, Imo State.