Stakeholders Review of ICT Policy Nigeria

Posted by jidaw in Tech News on February 16, 2012

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

Posted by jidaw in ICT4D,Tech News on February 14, 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

Posted by jidaw in ICT4D,Tech News on February 14, 2012

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

Posted by jidaw in ICT4D,Tech News on January 31, 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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Leo-Stan Ekeh is 2011 IT Personality of the Year

Posted by jidaw in ICT4D,Tech News on December 28, 2011

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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Reward, Celebrate Excellence, chart the IT Future

Posted by jidaw in ICT4D,Tech News on December 19, 2011

2011 National Information Technology Merit Awards and Investiture rewards Excellence and charts the Future

It was a mixture of celebration, reward and positioning for the future at National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) 2011 organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS).

The colourful and well attended event attracted top stakeholders of Nigeria’s IT community who came to celebrate and honour their brightest and best. Chairman at NITMA which has become Nigeria’s most prestigious IT event was Mrs. Omobola Johnson, Honourable Minster of Communication Technology.
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IT Personality of the Year Nigeria

Posted by jidaw in Tech News on December 13, 2011

Information Technology IT Personality of the Year Nigeria

At the upcoming National IT Merit Awards (NITMA) organized by the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), one award that is drawing immense attention is that of the Information Technology (IT) Personality of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have been outstanding in their IT contributions during the year.
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