In setting the Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy agenda for Nigeria, priority should be given to innovation. Instead of continuing with the outdated economic model of resource extraction, the new Federal Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and other stakeholders must place greater emphasis on innovation. Youth and Innovation and Digital Economy agenda for […]
Chairman’s Speech at the Prize-Giving Ceremony of Government College Ibadan (GCI) held on the 4th of August 2023 and delivered by Mr. R.B Isewon73 Jan set 2613. Our dear students and parents, invited guests, old boys of the school in attendance and all our distinguished friends and well-wishers, ladies and gentlemen, I welcome everyone. The […]
On August 3rd, 2023, Government College, Ibadan (GCI), my alma mater, held its annual Valedictory and Prize Giving Day. Students, parents, teachers, GCI old boys representing the GCI Old Boys Association (GCIOBA) and staff, attended the event, held at the school auditorium. With a rich history, GCI is unquestionably a distinguished secondary school exclusively for […]
In today’s data-driven world, a Data Protection Officer (DPO) leads organizations handling personal data in complying with relevant data protection laws and regulations. Demonstrating compliance with legal and ethical standards is at the heart of data protection. A data protection officer plays a pivotal role in ensuring this compliance. Data Protection Officer facilitates Responsibility and […]
The African Union Media Fellowship Programme for 2023-2024 is calling for applications from media professionals in Africa. Indeed, the call is for media practitioners who are passionate about promoting development-focused stories. As an IT practitioner and advocate for digital development, I find it impressive that the fellowship seeks participants involved in exploiting emerging technologies across […]
President Bola Tinubu has signed the Nigeria Data Protection Bill, 2023 into law. The Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 provides a legal framework for the protection of personal information, and the practice of data protection in Nigeria. Now an Act, the new law, the Nigeria Data Protection Act, establishes the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) […]
Introduction I’m excited to share a fully funded training program for young African women in their final year of studies. The program focuses on Empowering Young Women in Spectrum Management. Basically, it is collaboration between the African Union, European Union, and International Telecommunication Union. The goal is to address the gender gap in technology, promote […]
What are the benefits of the Women in GovTech Challenge? It arises from the need inclusion and diversity in the digital transformation of governments. Innovation in governance is essential to modernize the delivery of public services, enhance transparency and accountability, and promote citizen participation in governance. As the world becomes increasingly digital, governments run the […]
Introduction The concept of e-government has gained popularity in recent years. In Nigeria, the Computer Professionals Registration Council (CPN) believes that e-government can achieve transparency, accountability, and good governance. However, e-government is more than the presence of technology in government offices. In this article, I explore the essence of e-government in Nigeria and how it […]
Interested in good governance and how technology can be applied and developed to meet this urgent need? Do you believe in the potential and importance of e-government for good governance in Nigeria? If so, then the 2023 Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN) IT Professionals Assembly is the perfect opportunity for you to explore […]