
What does it mean to lead with integrity when billions are at stake? 💡In Part 2 of our One2One conversation with Dr Ernest Ndukwe, widely regarded as the father of modern telecommunications in Nigeria, we explore his leadership journey in public service, the challenges of regulating a fast-growing telecom sector, and the lessons he has carried into the boardroom as current Chairman of MTN Nigeria.🎯 In this conversation, Dr Ndukwe shares: • Why leadership in public service is about serving the whole nation. • How integrity guided him during Nigeria’s telecom liberalisation era. • The challenges of being a regulator when money and power were at stake. • Key differences between leadership in the private vs public sectors. • His philosophy on ethics, accountability, and national development. • Reflections on building Nigeria’s ICT foundation for the future.0:00 Intro – Welcome to Part 2 0:22 Public Service vs Private Sector Leadership 2:05 Why Public Service Decisions Affect the Whole Country 4:15 Leading with Integrity in a High-Stakes Telecom Era 6:30 Challenges of Regulating Amid Money and Power 8:10 Ethics, Accountability & the Role of a Regulator 10:22 Leadership Lessons from the NCC Years 12:40 Transitioning from Public Service to Corporate Leadership 14:15 Reflections on Building Trust in Leadership 16:05 The Legacy of Nigeria’s Telecom Liberalization 17:45 Final Thoughts – Shaping the Future of Leadership in AfricaAbout the GuestDr. Ernest Ndukwe is a telecommunications engineer, ICT advocate, and business leader, celebrated as the Father of Modern Nigerian Telecommunications. He served as Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) during the liberalisation era that unlocked massive growth in the sector. Today, he is Chairman of MTN Nigeria, the nation’s largest telecoms operator, and continues to shape the future of Africa’s digital economy.🔥 A must-watch for entrepreneurs, policymakers, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology, leadership, and national development.Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/EF2Rc1guVZU📺 Watch now and subscribe for more big-ideas conversations that influence society:About one2one:One2one ("The one2one Show") is a Nigerian television interview and talk show hosted by Tokunbo Shitta-Bey and broadcast internationally as an audio and video podcast.Tokunbo Shitta-Bey engages thinkers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, scientists and business leaders in "Game-changing discussions on the BIG IDEAS that shape our thinking and help move society forward". One2One's comfortable, calm setting and conversational style format provide an engaging and intimate atmosphere for thought-provoking and intellectual dialogue, offering a unique perspective on current events and shaping the public understanding of important issues.Watch the full episode on TV:• DSTV: Mondays at 8:30 PM (Repeat: Saturdays at 3:30 PM)• Channels 24 (UK): Sundays at 1:30 PM (Repeat: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM)#ErnestNdukwe #TheErnestNdukewOne #Digital #NigerianTelecoms # #Telecoms #ICT #One2OneShow #Nigeria #Leadership #MTN #Nitel #Glo #Econet