STANDARD PROFILE OF ADEYEMI OLANREWAJU

BY
CHINEDU NSOFOR

Adeyemi Olanrewaju, with over two decades of trailblazing experience in telecommunications engineering, is a dynamic leader committed to driving innovation and excellence in the ever-evolving industry. His career reflects a steadfast dedication to advancing telecommunications technology and infrastructure, particularly in Nigeria.

Academic and Professional Background

Olanrewaju’s academic journey began with a BEng in Electrical Engineering from the University of Ilorin, where he laid the foundational knowledge for his future endeavors in telecommunications. His pursuit of excellence led him to obtain an MSc in Project Management from Robert Gordon University in Scotland, equipping him with the skills necessary to manage complex projects in the telecom sector. Currently, he is advancing his expertise by pursuing a PhD in Business Administration and Marketing at Babcock University, Nigeria.

In addition to his formal education, Olanrewaju has honed his leadership skills through courses at Lagos Business School (LBS) and other reputable institutions. His extensive certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute, Scrum Master Certified (SMC) and Scrum Product Owner Certified (SPOC) from Scrum Study MK, and Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®) from Scrum Alliance. He has also earned advanced agile and lean practices certifications from renowned institutions, as well as a Generative AI Overview for Project Managers certification from the Project Management Institute, showcasing his commitment to technological advancements.

Olanrewaju’s versatile skill set is further evidenced by additional certifications, including PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel (Office 2016), Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate, Certified Business Analysis Professional from IIBA, APMP (IPMA Level D Certification) from the Association for Project Management, and Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Professional from 6sigmastudy. His diverse qualifications highlight his expertise in change and strategy management, making him a well-rounded professional in the field.

Pioneering Contributions to Telecommunications

Olanrewaju’s career is marked by significant contributions to the growth of telecommunications in Nigeria, particularly in the realm of radio frequency (RF) engineering. His pioneering work has spanned the evolution from 2G to 5G technologies, involving network modernization, optimization, and strategic innovation.

At Airtel Nigeria, where he currently serves as the Head of RAN Planning, Olanrewaju has been instrumental in developing short and long-term network capacity plans to accommodate the company’s growth projections. He supports the network expansion strategy by providing field-sensitive feedback and evaluating local and global telecommunications trends to devise strategies that safeguard the architecture and integrity of the access network. His role encompasses end-to-end network capacity planning, monitoring network utilization trends, and ensuring effective network capacity enhancements.

From 2008 to 2013, Olanrewaju was the Manager of Network Design & Planning at Airtel Nigeria, where he played a crucial role in supporting the network expansion strategy and optimizing network capacity. Prior to this, he served as Manager of RF Planning and Optimization at MTN Communications Ltd from 2003 to 2007. In this role, he project-managed the design and implementation of the radio network, ensuring sufficient capacity to support marketing forecasts and conforming to MTNN KPIs.

Olanrewaju’s early career at Starcomms as the RF Planning & Optimization Lead from 2001 to 2003 saw him planning and designing the Lagos and Northern Nigeria CDMA network. His responsibilities included evaluating and approving radio base station sites, conducting interference analysis, system optimization, and preparing RF propagation predictions using specialized software.

Commitment to Innovation and Excellence

Olanrewaju’s career reflects a relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence. His strategic insights and technical expertise have made him a vital asset in the telecommunications industry, driving advancements that have shaped Nigeria’s telecommunications landscape. As a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience and a broad spectrum of skills, Adeyemi Olanrewaju continues to inspire and lead, fostering business growth through cutting-edge solutions and forward-thinking strategies.

Chinedu Nsofor is a Seasoned Technocrat, Media Guru/Consultant and writes from Owerri, Imo State.