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L-R: Olamide Sipe, Head of Treasury and Finance Unit, ipNX; Destiny Ilabija, Head of Admin Services, ipNX; Bimpe Olaleye, Group Executive Director, Commercials, ipNX; Folashade Efiong-Bassey, Group Executive Director, Corporate Services and Human Resources, ipNX; Peter Uwadone, Head of Product Management and Governance, ipNX Business, Mobolaji Caxton-Martins, Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, ipNX and Mac-Donald Utaka, Head of Transmission/Core Network, ipNX Infrastructure at the ipNX Long Service Awards which held on Monday 18th, May 2026 in Victoria Island, Lagos.
Nigeria’s leading ICT company, ipNX, recently hosted an intimate and thoughtfully curated Long Service Awards Ceremony to celebrate employees whose dedication, loyalty, and contributions have played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and success over the years.
Held in Victoria Island, Lagos, the event brought together the awardees and leadership in a warm and reflective setting designed to honour employees who have dedicated 10, 15, 20, 25 and even 35 years of service to the organisation. In an era where employee retention has become increasingly uncommon, the milestone represented not only years of service but also a shared commitment to excellence, resilience, and purpose.
The specially curated experience celebrated the stories, achievements, and impact of employees who have grown alongside the organisation, helping to shape ipNX into one of Nigeria’s most respected indigenous technology companies.
Speaking at the ceremony, Group Managing Director of ipNX, Ejovi Aror, who himself has spent over 35 years with the organisation, having transitioned from Telnet Nigeria, paid tribute to the award recipients and reflected on the critical role they have played in the company’s journey.
“Today is more than a celebration of years served; it is a celebration of belief, perseverance, and the extraordinary impact that committed people can have when they dedicate themselves to a shared vision. Every one of you being honoured today represents the values that have sustained this organisation through every challenge and every milestone. Your loyalty has helped build not just a company, but a legacy. We are proud of what we have achieved together, and even more excited about the future we will continue to create together.”
Reflecting on his own journey within the organisation, Aror highlighted ipNX’s culture of opportunity and meritocracy, encouraging employees to continue striving for excellence.
“When I joined this organisation, I did not know anybody, and that is why I always say you can rise to the top in this organisation through hard work and dedication. You do not have to be a special candidate or be recommended by anyone. If you consistently deliver excellent results, your performance will speak for you, and in time, you will rise to the top.”
As part of the celebration, award recipients were rewarded with commemorative awards, special gifts, and all-expense-paid holiday experiences to exciting destinations, creating memorable moments that reflected the company’s appreciation for their commitment and service.
The Long Service Awards Ceremony reaffirmed ipNX’s commitment to building a workplace culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. As the company continues to expand its footprint across Nigeria’s ICT landscape, it remains focused on investing in its people, the driving force behind its innovation, resilience, and enduring success.
