Prof. Emmanuel Adewale Adedokun
Nationality: Nigerian
Country of Residence: Nigeria
Organisation or affiliation: Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
Position: Professor
Brief Motivation
I am expressing my renewed interest in serving as a Director on the AFRINIC Board, having previously held this role from 2019 to 2022. During that time, I had the privilege of contributing meaningfully to AFRINIC’s governance and development, including chairing key committees such as the Technical, Audit, and Finance Committees. These responsibilities enabled me to foster transparent oversight, enhance technical governance, and uphold best practices in resource allocation and policy formulation.
Having closely followed AFRINIC’s recent challenges, I am deeply committed to helping restore trust, stability, and accountability within the organization. I believe my prior board experience and understanding of AFRINIC’s operational landscape position me well to contribute to its institutional recovery and future resilience.
My motivation is grounded in a desire to realign AFRINIC with its core values, transparency, community-driven governance, and operational excellence—while promoting inclusive dialogue and regional collaboration. I am dedicated to serving the AFRINIC community with integrity and purpose as we collectively chart a path forward.
Professional Background
Professor Emmanuel Adewale Adedokun is a seasoned academic, internet governance advocate, and technology leader with over two decades of experience in computer networks, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure development in Africa. He is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, Nigeria, where he also served as Head of Department and has supervised numerous postgraduate students in fields related to internet technologies and network security.
Prof. Adedokun holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Network Security, an M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, and a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering—all from Ahmadu Bello University. His research and academic interests lie in computer networks, wireless and mobile communication, cloud computing, and information security. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and presented at regional and international conferences.
In the broader internet ecosystem, Prof. Adedokun has made significant contributions through capacity development and leadership. He currently serves as the National Coordinator of the Nigerian Network Operators Group (ngNOG), a capacity-building initiative that has trained hundreds of engineers and technical personnel in IP networking and internet resource management across Nigeria and West Africa. His role has been pivotal in promoting technical excellence, local internet development, and knowledge sharing.
Prof. Adedokun has also served on the Board of Directors of AFRINIC as the representative for the Western Africa region, where he contributed to governance processes, strategic planning, and community engagement. His time on the AFRINIC Board was marked by his commitment to transparency, regional inclusion, and the strengthening of AFRINIC’s institutional capacity.
He is a recognized thought leader in Africa’s internet governance space and an active member of the global Internet community. He is affiliated with several professional bodies including the Internet Society (ISOC), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE), the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), and the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS).
Prof. Adedokun’s unwavering dedication to advancing Africa’s internet ecosystem, combined with his academic, technical, and governance credentials, make him exceptionally well-qualified to continue serving on the AFRINIC Board. He brings a balanced perspective, combining grassroots technical engagement with high-level strategic oversight and remains deeply committed to AFRINIC’s mission of enabling internet growth and resilience across the continent.