Ranganath Honored as Digital Economy Trailblazer

In a resounding testament to his transformative influence, Regional Executive-West Africa at Africa Data Centres (ADC), Dr. Krishnan Ranganath, has been recognised as the Digital Economy Trailblazer of the Year at the 2025 Digital Innovation Awards (DIA) held in Accra, Ghana.

Speaking to an media after last week’s award ceremony at the Labadi Beach Resort in Accra, Ghana, Akin Naphtal, CEO of InstinctWave, organisers of the award, said: “Ranganath has been absolutely instrumental in fueling Nigeria’s digital economy pursuit. His strategic vision and hands-on leadership in building critical data center infrastructure are not just foundational; they are the very bedrock upon which this incredible growth is being built.”

Naphtal’s words resonated with palpable conviction. “You’ll agree with me that Ranganath is undeniably one of the most critical stakeholders championing the digital revolution, not just in Nigeria, but across the entire African continent,” he declared. “It was clear to InstinctWave that he was more than worthy of this singular recognition at this year’s Digital Innovation Awards.”

Ranganath, who expressed profound gratitude over the award, noted that the recognition would undoubtedly ignite an even greater passion to accelerate the growth of Nigeria and Africa’s digital economies, a mission he believes is paramount to the sustained prosperity of the continent.

“I am incredibly honoured to have been deemed worthy of receiving the Digital Economy Trailblazer of the Year award,” Krishnan said.
According to him, “This isn’t to say I believe I’m the most qualified for such an honour, but rather, I see it as a powerful signal that the industry recognizes even my small contributions.” He dedicated the award to his dedicated colleagues at Africa Data Centres, the broader network of industry stakeholders, and his unwavering family, crediting their relentless support and encouragement for his journey.