Stakeholders Review of ICT Policy Nigeria

INVITATION TO A ONE-DAY STAKEHOLDERS REVIEW OF THE NEW ICT POLICY

Development Information Network (DEVNET) , as part of its Policy Advocacy mandate is seeking to coordinate inputs of Civil Society into the new Draft National ICT Policy recently released by the Ministry of Communications Technology. To this end DevNet will be hosting a CSO Review Meeting of the ICT Policy and desires the participation of stakeholders. FOR ABUJA BASED PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS.
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Nigeria Computer Society focus in 2012

Nigeria Computer Society focused on promoting IT for Development, Cashless Society and Knowledge Economy in 2012

Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) the leading association of IT professionals, students, academics, stakeholders and interest groups in Nigeria will promote IT for inclusive, overall Development as well as the Cashless Society and Knowledge Economy in 2012 in line with its commitment to accelerate IT development in Nigeria.
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Training: Burden or Asset

Training: Cost burden or Career strengthener?

In taking training decisions, cost is a major issue that must be addressed. What is the training fee? It is something we all have to consider. However, it is ridiculous to make the cost of training the sole deciding factor in your training decision. Have you determined the real costs of training? Is it just the training fee? Or is training a “necessary evil”? Too often, we underestimate the costs involved. Training involves the tangible and the intangible.
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NITEX 2012

NIGERIA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION

NITEX 2012

Digital Inclusion; tool for improving national growth and competitiveness of the nation through IT

NITEX organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is the premier event for software developers, software architects, solution providers, OEMs, IT vendors and consultants working in the various markets, sectors and technologies. It’s a gathering of stakeholders showcasing, learning about and discussing the latest technology and trends. IT is integral to the growth and sustainability of knowledge economies. The IT community plays critical and strategic roles in ensuring IT drives development and fosters overall prosperity.
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Skill Development, the practical

Skill development, the need for the practical

Skill development is a key outcome of any training exercise. However quality of skill development does not come solely from the course content, course fee or duration. A critical question is whether skill development is practical.

“Spending time from morning to night on a farm does not make you a farmer”.
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Leo-Stan Ekeh is 2011 IT Personality of the Year

Leo-Stan Ekeh, FNCS, OFR, Chairman of the Zinox Group has won the 2011 IT Personality of the Year Award. He was announced as the winner of the IT community’s most prestigious award at the annual National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) recently organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
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Your Knowledge, Jobs & Future

Your Knowledge, Jobs and the Future

What is the future in jobs? Is education alone the solution? It’s about understanding what knowledge (training, education, certification) can do for you and what you need to do for yourself. Certifications confer advantage but the ability to sell yourself is not covered by technical certifications.

Yet, fruitful job search and success comes from your ability to sell what you have. Otherwise how do you expect to compete effectively in the job market? Even if you pass the exam, can you show that you are the best candidate for the job in the interview room?
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