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Dr. Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo

Dr. Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo

Opomulero...ambassador of culture, content and communication.

Lagos, Nigeria

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Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo, widely known as "Opomulero," is a distinguished leader in the African digital landscape with over two decades of expertise in internet governance and community empowerment. A visionary strategist operating from the grassroots, he serves as the ICANN At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) Representative for Africa and is the Vice President of the Internet Society (ISOC) Nigeria Chapter.

A trailblazer in the technical community, Adebunmi was the first African to serve as Vice-Chair of the Chapter Advisory Council (ChAC). As CEO of DNS World Media and Communications, Managing Director of KOBOKINGs Limited, and President, Success Bridge Community Development Foundation, he leverages technology to drive the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and poverty reduction strategies. From his base in a rural area, he provides free digital empowerment to citizens through two specialized online radio stations.

A recipient of the ICANN Paul Muchane Fellowship Award, Culture Ambassador and Digital Activist, Adebunmi is also an accomplished poet, researcher, and sportsman, dedicated to bridging the gap between global technology and local culture.

A polymath, and a champion for local content and global inclusion, connect with him on https://akinbo.ng.

Area of Expertise

  • Information & Communications Technology
  • Media & Information
  • Travel & Tourism

Topics

  • Community Network
  • Community Building
  • Community Engagement
  • Building Communities
  • Sustainable communities and cities
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Empowering Communities

Digital Rights

The session will speak to Digital rights, and educate participants on personal privacy, online safety, and other digital rights. It will create awareness on

Community Network in Africa

This round table session will focus on the critical role of community networks in addressing the digital divide and fostering digital inclusion. The session will explore how community-driven initiatives can bridge the infrastructure gap, providing affordable and accessible internet connectivity in underserved areas. Participants will discuss the empowerment of local communities through ownership and decision-making in network operations, as well as the importance of digital literacy and skills development programs. Moreover, the session will highlight how community networks promote and preserve local content and culture while advocating for policy changes at regional and national levels to create a more equitable and connected world.

Community NetHUBs Africa: the Link and Voice of the Local Communities.

A roundtable dialogue on what needs to be done by the Public and Private Sector in Africa on Universal Access and Meaningful Connectivity to ensure that we are Building Economic Resilience and Digital Sovereignty in West Africa.

Africa Internet Governance Forum 2023 Sessionize Event

September 2023 Abuja, Nigeria

West Africa Internet Governance Forum 2023 Sessionize Event

May 2023 Abidjan, Ivory Coast

Dr. Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo

Opomulero...ambassador of culture, content and communication.

Lagos, Nigeria

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