Software Innovation Excellence Award by Art of Technology
The undeniable growth and potential of the sphere of software engineering have necessitated recognition. This need birthed The Software Innovation Excellence Award by Art of Technology, Lagos, in Nigeria. This prestigious award showcases exceptional skills, brilliance, and undeniable leadership contributions in the sphere of software engineering and the general community. The individuals selected to be bestowed these honors are simply excellent and nothing less.

The Award promotes ingenuity while rewarding top executives and industry leaders who have taken giant strides to develop technology and drive meaningful impact in software engineering. By honoring remarkable achievements, this accolade encourages the incorporation of innovative processes, setting elevated standards and facilitating a continuous chain of improvement within the industry.

At the core of this esteemed award platform lies the distinguished members of the selection committee, each renowned for their expertise and outstanding contributions to the field of software engineering. The selection committee comprises a panel of influential professionals, including:
Chief Technology Officer, Center for Software Engineering Innovative Solutions, Dr. Adaobi Eze.

Director, Institute of Standards and Technology, Prof. Ibrahim Lawal.

Chairperson, Software Design and Development Initiative, Engr. Fatima Bello.

Director of Research and Development, Lagos Innovations Board, Dr. Yusuf Mohammed .

Head of Software Engineering Innovation Research, Nigerian Institute of Technology and Design (NITD), Dr. Zainab Ibrahim.

These seasoned experts play a crucial role in carefully analyzing nominees and selecting the deserving recipient of the Award.
The past awardees have been visionary individuals who have made notable contributions to the field of Software Engineering.

This clearly affirms the heritage of excellence that the award seeks to establish . Past recipients of this prestigious award include:

Director of Software Engineering at Primelink (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2023), Adewale Obatoki.

Chief Technology Officer at Sahara Innovations (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2022), Emmanuel Okoli.

Head of Software Engineering at WalNG Limited. (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2021), Onyinye Anyamele.

Head of Software Engineering at EvolveHive (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2020), Muhammed Azeez.

Chief Software Architect at Savanna Limited. (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2019), Temitope Adeleke.

Director of Software Engineering at GreenTech (Winner of Software Innovation Excellence Award 2018), Chioma Nwosu.

These innovators have not only expanded the boundaries of software engineering but have also inspired others to strive for excellence in their respective fields.

Since its inception, the Award ceremony has evolved into a highly anticipated event, garnering widespread recognition and attracting an illustrious array of dignitaries and industry luminaries. From its inaugural year, where it was graced by the presence of notable figures such as the Minister of Science and Technology, Governor of Lagos State, Special Adviser on Innovation to the President, to subsequent editions attended by esteemed guests including the Director of the Nigerian Institute of Science and Technology (NIST), Chairman of the Africa Software Engineering Solutions Consortium, Chairman of the National Board For Technology Incubation(NBTI), Chairman of The Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON), and the Minister of Innovation in Nigeria, among others, the event has become an earmarked event of the industry calendar.

The essence of the award ceremony has transcended mere recognition, paving the way for regional and cross-national collaborations with leading institutions such as the Africa Software Engineering Solutions Innovation Consortium. Additionally, the event has secured sponsorship from prestigious organizations including the Lagos State Government, the National Innovation Agency (NIA), the Nigerian Institute of Technology and Design (NITD), and others. These partnerships validate the widespread industry support and validation of the award’s significance within the software engineering community, solidifying its reputation as a pinnacle of excellence in the field.

The Software Innovation Excellence Award by Art of Technology, Lagos, goes beyond being a mere accolade; it serves as a symbol of excellence and a medium for positive change in the software engineering and technology industry. With a distinguished selection committee, extraordinary past awardees, growing prominence, strategic and cross-national partnerships, and a profound impact on inspiring innovation, this award continues to play an undeniable role in the furtherance of software engineering ingenuity in Nigeria and beyond.