Abdullateef is an accomplished General Manager of Projects at Phase 3 Telecom, where he spearheads the ideation and execution of key initiatives. His educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree from Bayero University Kano (BUK) and a Master’s degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) with Honors from the Northern University of Malaysia. He also has a certification from the United States Telecommunication Training Institute (USTTI) in Washington DC and is a certified business analyst.

Abdullateef’s extensive career history includes a senior management role at Suburban West Africa before joining Phase 3 Telecom in 2013. He played a pivotal role in the expansion of the company’s optical aerial and underground infrastructure, which now spans over 6000km. His contributions to the deployment of numerous high-profile projects for Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa have earned him industry recognition. Abdullateef also led the successful implementation of the Phase 3 Telecom 100G transmission network backbone nationwide between 2020 and 2022.

In addition to his professional achievements, Abdullateef is a distinguished member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the world’s largest technical organization. He currently chairs the IEEE Student Activities Committee in Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) – also known as Region 8 – and is a Chartered Engineer with a wealth of certifications, including but not limited to the Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Project Manager Professional (PMP), Certified Business Analysis Professional, and Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA). He is also a member of the Nigeria Society of Engineers and the Council for Regulations of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).

Abdullateef’s contributions to his field have been widely recognized, and he is the recipient of several awards and accolades. These include the Leadership and Innovative Award, Best Creativity Award, and Excellence in Leadership Award from Phase 3 Telecom and IEEE Smart Village, as well as the Award of Excellence from IEEE Nigeria Section, NSE Maitama branch, MGA Board Young Professionals Achievement Award, and Outstanding Volunteer of IEEE R8 ASYP Congress (EMEA) in various years.