Agenda

Professor Abdulkarim Oloyede is a globally respected authority in wireless telecommunications, digital transformation, and ICT policy planning, with over two decades of multidisciplinary experience spanning academia, government advisory, and international development.

He is a Professor of Wireless Telecommunications at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria, and currently serves as Acting Director of the Centre for Research Development and In-House Training (CREDIT). He holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering (Telecommunications) from the University of York, UK, and a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from Bayero University Kano.

He has played significant roles in national and international ICT development initiatives. Prof. Oloyede is the Vice Chair of the ITU Telecommunication Development Advisory Group (TDAG) and serves as Chair of the TDAG Working Group on the WTDC-25 Declaration. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping global policy discussions around inclusive and affordable connectivity. He also represents Nigeria as Vice-Chair of the African Regional Preparatory Meeting for WTDC-25, a testament to his deep expertise and to Nigeria’s growing influence in global ICT discourse.

Since 2015, Prof. Oloyede has represented Nigeria at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), where he currently serves as Rapporteur for Study Question 5/2 on Digital Transformation and ICT Adoption. He was the Consultant to the African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for WTDC-22, where he led groundbreaking discussions on broadband connectivity, IoT, and regulatory modernization.

H.E. Dr. Chea Vandeth has served as the Minister of Post and Telecommunications since April 2020 and has overseen certain key laws, regulations, and policies, including the Digital Government Policy, draft Laws on Cybersecurity, Personal Data Protection, Postal Services, and Digital Startup Sub-Decree. In addition, Minister Vandeth has successfully implemented a number of strategic reforms of the functions and operations of the ministry, including introduction of digital skill training programs for officials and the digitalization of key administrative procedures. Recognizing the growing importance of digital technology, Minister Vandeth has engaged with tech associations and startup communities to discuss challenges and opportunities, and finally identify elements that can accelerate the tech sector development. More recently, Minister Vandeth has placed high emphasis on improving the quality of telecoms services and working closely with telecoms operators in expanding cell and network coverage across the country.

After completing his Ph.D. degree in Russia in 1997, Minister Vandeth served as assistant to H.E.Sok An, the co-minister in charge of the Office of the Council of the Ministers (OCM) until 2004. At the same time, Minister Vandeth was also tasked with the positions as the office chief of the Economy Office and later as the Deputy Director of the Department of International Relations. In 2004, Minister Vandeth was appointed the Director of the Cabinet of the Minister in charge of the OCM. He then went on to become the Advisor to the Minister-in-charge of the OCM in 2008 and was concurrently appointed the member of the Board of Directors of Telecom Cambodia. Following the 2013 general election, Minister Vandeth was appointed as advisor to the government.

Honourable Samuel Nartey George, MP, is a third term Member of Ghana’s Parliament. 
He holds an MSc. in International Strategy & Diplomacy from the London School of Economics, an MA in Conflict, Peace & Security from the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre, an LLB from the University of London and a BSc. in Agricultural Engineering from KNUST. He also holds professional certificates in multiple ICT disciplines. He has previously worked in the Civil Service in Ghana before being appointed Communications Specialist at the Presidency of the Republic of Ghana. He has also served on the Governing Board of the National Information Technology Agency (NITA). Sam George was the Deputy Ranking Member of the Communications Select Committee in Ghana’s National Parliament. He was also a Member of the Public Accounts Committee. 
He is the Secretary-General of the African Parliamentary Network on Internet Governance. 

Meutya Viada Hafid graduated with a degree in Manufacturing Engineering from the University of New South Wales in 2001 and later earned her Master’s in Political Science from the University of Indonesia in 2018.
She was honoured with the Elizabeth O’Neill Journalism Award by the Australian Government on 11 October 2007 in recognition of her exemplary work in the field of journalism. Additionally, she was named among the five most inspirational press figures in Indonesia by Mizan and was notably the youngest and only female recipient of the award.
Ms. Hafid also played an instrumental role in advancing child protection in the digital space by initiating the Government Regulation on the Governance of Electronic System Operations for Child Protection, enacted on 28 March 2025 under the administration of President Prabowo.

H.E. Mohamed Adam Moalim Ali is a distinguished statesman whose extensive career in public service has shaped Somalia’s governance and policy landscape. Appointed as Minister of Communications and Technology on April 7, 2024, he also serves as a Member of the House of the People in the Federal Parliament of Somalia, where he plays a key role in national legislation and development.
He has held several high-profile ministerial positions, including Minister of Livestock, Forestry & Range and Minister of Public Works, Reconstruction & Housing, leading sectoral reforms, infrastructure projects, and sustainable resource management. His leadership in these roles has driven economic growth and resilience in key industries.
Beyond public service, H.E. Mohamed Adam Moalim Ali has a strong background in the private sector, bringing valuable insights that enhance his governance approach. He is also a dedicated humanitarian, supporting social welfare initiatives through organizations like the Welfare Projects Society and various NGOs, advocating for the well-being of vulnerable communities.
Since his appointment, H.E. Mohamed Adam Moalim Ali has focused on advancing Somalia’s digital transformation, strengthening digital infrastructure, and positioning Somalia in the global digital economy. One of his key achievementshas been the re-establishment of the Postal Department and revival of postal services, a significant step in modernizing the country’s communication sector.

Born on December 11, 1982 in Moscow. 
In 2004 he graduated from the Faculty of Computational Mathematics and Cybernetics of Moscow State University. M.V. Lomonosov, majoring in “Applied Mathematics and Computer Science”. 
In 2007, he completed his postgraduate studies at the Department of Mathematical Physics, Moscow State University. M.V. Lomonosov, and in 2008 he was awarded the academic degree “Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences”. 
From 2008 to 2022, he held various positions in the international network of PricewaterhouseCoopers firms, progressing from an IT systems auditor to director of the artificial intelligence and data analytics practice. 
On October 31, 2022, by order of the Government of the Russian Federation appointed to the position of Deputy Minister of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Communications of the Russian Federation. 
Speaks English. 

Born in İstanbul in the year 1977, Dr. Ömer Fatih Sayan, started his career in İstanbul Metropolitan Municipality in 1995 and worked in private companies in Türkiye, Germany and USA in the fields of chip manufacturing, cell phone design and R&D. He carried out studies in entrepreneurship by working under the initiative of Silicon Valley and he gave lectures on Information Law and New Trends in Informatics in many universities in Türkiye and Germany. 
Dr. Sayan has given many lectures in conferences about research subjects and he has many articles published in scientific journals. 
Having worked as Advisor to the Prime Minister and Chief Advisor to the Prime Minister between the years of 2007 and 2014, he was appointed as the Member of the Board of the Information and Communications Technologies Authority (BTK) in January 2014. He worked as the Chairman of the Board & President of BTK between August 2015 and July 2018. Dr. Sayan has been the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure since 21 July 2018. He has been re-appointed for a second term on 22 June 2023. He is responsible for the activities of the Directorate General of Communications, Directorate General of European Union and Foreign Relations, Informatics Department and Transport, Maritime and Communications Research Centre in the Ministry. Additionally, the activities of Information and Communications Technologies Authority-BTK and Türksat Inc. are also within his responsibility.  Dr. Sayan has been Vice Chairman of Board of Directors of Türk Telekom since 
June 2024.
 

Dr. Guido Gómez Mazara is a lawyer, politician, and university professor with a solid academic background and extensive professional experience. 
While studying in New York City, Gómez Mazara was the director of the newspaper Listín USA and worked at the Telemundo television network. Upon his return to the Dominican Republic in 1994, he actively engaged in politics, holding various roles within his political organization, including Legal Advisor to the Executive Branch during the 2000-2004 administration. 
Throughout his professional and political career, Gómez Mazara has demonstrated a firm commitment to state modernization, institutional advancement, the fight against corruption, and the promotion of democratic values in the country. In addition to his political career, Gómez Mazara has been a renowned producer and host of television and radio programs. 
As President of the Board of Directors of the INDOTEL, he leads significant reforms in this sector, with an emphasis on promoting the National Broadband Plan and implementing the 5G network in the Dominican Republic. 
Under his leadership, INDOTEL has been steadily promoting the reduction of the digital divide, facilitating access to technologies and providing the necessary training to turn them into tools for development, with the aim of promoting collective progress and equity throughout the country. During his administration, the connectivity infrastructure in the Dominican Republic has significantly increased, reaching 100% of the municipalities in the country with last-mile fiber optic coverage. The focus is on developing digital skills among the population and addressing affordability issues to increase meaningful connectivity levels and close the digital divide in the country.