We’ll continue driving resilience through cutting-edge technologies – Huawei Nigeria CEO

Huawei Technologies Limited, a global leader in information and communications technology, has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s technological advancement through various innovative solutions that foster development.

Speaking during the Huawei Financial Service Gala (FSI) Night held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Ikoyi, the company’s CEO, Chris Lu, stressed that the company is committed to making a significant impact across all sectors in the country through its innovative technology.

While reflecting on the company’s journey, Lu highlighted some of the significant milestones achieved in 2024, including the successful launch of the Huawei Cloud local zone in Nigeria, the expansion of its presence in the FSI industry, and the fostering of strategic partnerships with key players.

“Achieving these milestones demonstrates our commitment to customer-centricity and innovation,” Lu said. “Looking ahead, we’ll continue to drive resilience through cutting-edge technologies and strengthen our global ecosystem through collaborative innovation.”

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Lu extended his appreciation to the company’s talented team members, loyal customers, and partners who share the vision for a connected world. He also acknowledged the challenges overcome and the resilience that has made the company stronger.

In his remarks, First Bank’s Chief Information Officer, Dr. Adewale Salami, praised Huawei’s commitment to capacity building, saying, “Huawei would rather employ Nigerians and send them abroad to build their capacity than bring in their own people.” He also commended Huawei’s efforts in contributing to technological growth.

Access Team Lead, Networks and Communication, MG, Gabriel Oyeyemi, testified to the benefits of Huawei’s software-defined Wide Area Network (WAN) solution, which has enhanced performance, ensured low latency, and provided cost efficiency.

Oyeyemi highlighted the advantages of Huawei’s WAN solution, including centralized management, security features such as end-to-end encryption, and secure direct internet access. He noted that the solution is quite affordable and has made a significant impact in the banking industry.