Dr. Jimson Olufuye Chairman Kontemporary Konsulting Limited delivered his maiden speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Plenary during the WSIS+20 High-Level Meeting, held from December 15–17, 2025 in New York.
The WSIS+20 (World Summit on the Information Society) High-Level Meeting marked two decades of global collaboration toward building inclusive, people-centered, and development-oriented information societies. Against this historic backdrop, Dr. Olufuye’s participation stood out as a significant contribution to ongoing global conversations on digital transformation, innovation, and sustainable development.
Taking the floor at the UNGA Plenary, a platform reserved for global leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders, Dr. Olufuye delivered a compelling address that reflected both experience and vision.
His speech underscored the critical role of technology, inclusive governance, and international cooperation in shaping a resilient digital future, particularly for developing economies.
Describing the experience as “spectacular,” Dr. Olufuye highlighted the importance of sustained global engagement in ensuring that digital progress translates into real socioeconomic impact. His presence at the WSIS+20 reaffirmed Africa’s growing voice in global ICT governance and policy formulation.
In addition to his UNGA Plenary address, Dr. Olufuye played a key Leadership (Moderating) role at a Nigeria Side-Event at the WSIS+20 High-Level Meeting..
The side event, held on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the United Nations Headquarters, New York, focused on the theme: “Re-imagining Digital Cooperation for Sustainable Development: From WSIS+20 Vision to Local Action.”
L-R: AfiCTA Board Member & CEO, Digital Footprint Ltd, Prof. Robinson Sibe, Director, Corporate Strategy, NITDA, Dr. Dimie Wariowei, Founder/Fmr. Chair, & Chair, AfiCTA Advisory Council & Kontemporary Konsulting Ltd, Dr. Jimson Olufuye, Mustafa Yahuza,NITDA, Mahaman Moussa, Nigerian Mission, New York, Executive Director, Women in Technology in Nigeria, Ms Martha Alade, and NITDA Director, Engr. Salisu Kaka, at the NIgeria House, New York, USA.
The event had speakers including WSIS+20 Co-Facilitator, Amb Ekitela Lokaale; IMSB Co-convenor, Ms Jennifer Chung; National Commissioner/CEO, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr Vincent Olatunji; Head of the Innovation and Technology Section, UNECA, Dr Mactar Sack; Mr Kashifu Abdulahi, DG, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) represented by Dr Dimie Wariowei, Director, Corporate Strategy, while Dr Abisoye Coker-Odusote, DG, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) was represented by Engr Lanre Yusuf, Head Information Technology and Identity Database, Executive Director, Women in Technology in Nigeria (WITIN), Mrs Martha Alade; among others.
With this milestone appearance at the United Nations General Assembly, Dr. Olufuye joins a growing cadre of thought leaders shaping the future of information societies. His maiden UNGA speech not only marks a personal achievement but also symbolizes continued progress toward inclusive global digital dialogue.
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