Crest Africa is proud to celebrate Godwin Iheuwa, a leading voice in Cybersecurity, DevOps, and AI, whose career exemplifies the convergence of technical excellence and ethical leadership.
His foundational expertise, honed as a Data Center Infrastructure Engineer and Database Engineer for MTN Nigeria and MTN Benin Republic, has laid the groundwork for his current focus on pioneering secure and responsible digital innovation.
Godwin’s advanced qualifications are a testament to his expertise. Holding a Bachelor’s degree from Nigeria and a Master’s in Computer Science with Distinction from a UK university, he has also achieved a suite of prestigious certifications from industry leaders.
These awards from Amazon and Microsoft validate his mastery across DevOps, cloud architecture, and data engineering, solidifying his position at the forefront of modern technology.
His influence extends deeply into research and peer-led knowledge exchange.
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As a lead author, he has produced peer-reviewed publications such as “Zero Trust Security Model in DevOps for Cloud Native Environments” (TIJER, 2024) and “Comparative Analysis of GitOps Tools and Frameworks” (Path of Science, 2025).
Reflecting on his research, Godwin states, “Embedding zero trust principles into our systems is no longer a choice—it’s a necessity to ensure that operational agility and robust security can coexist and thrive in the cloud-native era.”
These works provide detailed frameworks for practitioners and researchers to uphold both operational agility and security standards.
Mentorship lies at the heart of Godwin’s impact, focusing on empowering the next generation of innovators.
As Head of IT and Digital Development at YOD UNESCO, and in his volunteer roles as a Developer with the Scottish Tech Army and Infrastructure Engineer at DevLaunchers, he actively guides aspiring engineers.
At the recent 2025 International Youth Day, with its theme of “Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation Through Technology and Partnership,” Godwin delivered a powerful message.
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He urged young leaders to embrace new tools, stating, “Think of recent AI models not just as chatbots, but as creative partners. They are now capable of generating high-quality images and videos from simple text or voice descriptions, enabling you to create educational content and raise awareness for sustainable change in your communities.”
Godwin’s current work with Amazon places him at the center of the global technology landscape.
He is a leader who not only builds resilient systems but also champions the ethical deployment of technology, ensuring that innovation serves people, protects data, and respects communities.
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