Ouranos rebuilds boardroom to capture Africa’s enterprise tech spend

Ouranos Technologies Ltd. has reshaped its board, bringing in senior executives from banking, insurance and logistics as it positions to capture rising demand for enterprise technology services across Africa.

The Lagos-based firm appointed Tajudeen Ahmed as chairman, alongside Omokunbi Adeoti and Olalekan Olabode as non-executive directors, according to a statement. The changes took effect January 1, 2026.

The move signals a governance shift at a time when companies across Nigeria and wider Africa are increasing spending on cybersecurity, cloud computing and artificial intelligence to support digital operations and manage risks.

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Ahmed, a former executive at firms including KPMG, Zenith Bank and BUA Group, brings more than two decades of experience in corporate strategy and capital markets. His appointment reflects a growing trend among mid-sized technology firms to recruit board leaders with financial and deal-making expertise as competition intensifies.

Ouranos operates as a technology integrator and managed services provider, delivering infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity and cloud solutions to sectors such as banking, telecoms and energy. These industries are among the biggest drivers of tech spending in Africa, as firms respond to regulatory pressure, cyber threats and the need to digitise customer services.

The addition of Adeoti, a senior executive at Leadway Group, points to a parallel focus on organisational scale. She has led large workforce and customer experience transformations across multiple business units, experience that may help Ouranos manage growth as it expands across West Africa.

Olabode, a finance and operations executive with experience in multinational logistics and supply chains, adds expertise in navigating foreign exchange volatility and capital-intensive environments, a critical capability in Nigeria, where currency swings and high borrowing costs complicate technology investments.

The board overhaul comes as enterprise clients increasingly demand integrated solutions that combine infrastructure, security and data capabilities rather than standalone IT services. This shift is pushing providers like Ouranos to deepen technical capacity while also strengthening governance and risk management structures.

Mfon Okon, group managing director and CEO of Ouranos Group, said the appointments would support the company’s next phase of growth, particularly as businesses accelerate digital transformation efforts.

The strategy aligns with broader market trends. Across Africa, companies are moving more workloads to the cloud, investing in cybersecurity systems, and exploring AI-driven tools to improve efficiency. This is creating opportunities for local providers that can offer region-specific expertise and regulatory compliance.

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Still, the market remains competitive. Global cloud providers and large consulting firms continue to dominate high-value contracts, while local players must differentiate through pricing, partnerships and execution.

By strengthening its board with leaders from finance, human capital and operations, Ouranos appears to be preparing for that competition, combining technical delivery with stronger oversight and strategic direction.

The company said the new structure underscores its focus on governance, innovation and long-term growth as it expands its footprint across Nigeria and other West African markets.