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Harmonised identity system will strengthen governance, unlock opportunities—Tinubu
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Harmonised identity system will strengthen governance, unlock opportunities—Tinubu

By Olasunkanmi Onifade

President Bola Tinubu says a harmonised national identity system will contribute enormously to the nation’s security and socio-economic development.

Tinubu said National Identity Number (NIN) had become a critical tool in promoting good governance, security and access to opportunities for Nigerians.

Tinubu spoke on Wednesday at the 7th `National Day of Identity Day’ commemorated by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) in Abuja.

The theme of this year’s edition is: `Public Key Infrastructure (PKI): Backbone to Digital Public Infrastructure’.

Tinubu, who was represented by the Secretary to Government of the Federation, Mr George Akume, said NIN had proven to be a key that unlocks opportunities, strengthens governance, and builds trust.

“The benefits of a secure and trusted identity system are immense. For our economy, it means greater inclusion, better planning, and stronger financial systems.

“For security, it means accurate identification, reduced criminal exploitation,  and more effective  protection  of  our  people.

“For  governance,  it  means  precision  in  policy implementation,  accountability  in  service  delivery, and confidence  in  government. For the citizen, it means empowerment, visibility, and access to opportunities,” he said.

Tinubu said without PKI, digital platforms would be insecure.

“Today, the NIN enables students  to  access  educational  loans  through  NELFUND,  supports  business registration  at  the  Corporate  Affairs  Commission,  and  strengthens  the operations  of  the  Nigeria  Immigration  Service.

“It underpins  accurate  data collection by the National Population Commission, enhances the efficiency of our tax  system  through  the  Federal  Inland  Revenue  Service,  and  safeguards  the integrity  of  our  elections  through  the  Independent  National  Electoral Commission.

` It streamlines admission processes with JAMB and secures the mobilization and deployment of corps members through the National Youth Service Corps,’’ he said.

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said identity management was critical in delivering on public accountability, adding that to achieve a success system required focus and dedication.

“It demands procurement transparency, continuous penetration testing, third party conformity assessments and clear market rules for Certificate Authorities and Registration Authorities.

“It also requires continuous diplomacy: mutual recognition agreements with other jurisdictions, participation in regional PKI fora and alignment with international standards bodies so that our signatures and certificates are accepted,” he said.

The Director-General, NIMC, Bisoye Coker-Odusote, said NIN supported by PKI, was a gateway to opportunities, security and dignity for every Nigerian.

“The NIMC’s work demonstrates that a secure, verified identity is the backbone of a digital public infrastructure,” she said.

The Director-General said there was need to strengthen collaborations, expand technological solutions, and continue leveraging the NIN and PKI to ensure that no Nigerian was left behind.

“Through continued partnerships with government agencies, the private sector, and our regional neighbors we will keep setting the pace for Africa,’’ she said. (NAN)


Edited by Uche Anunne

Age verification vital for child online protection — Official
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Age verification vital for child online protection — Official

By Jessica Dogo

The National Cybersecurity Coordinator, Office of the National Security Advisor, Sa’ad Abubakar, says that age verification is a potential solution for online child protection.

Sa’ad said this at a roundtable focused on identifying and addressing harmful online contents, particularly around Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) on Tuesday in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a event was organised by Centre for Analytics and Behavioral Change (CABC), supported by TikTok.

Sa’ad said that the need for effective protection measure was paramount, looking at the challenges of vast majority of children in online activities.

According to him, it is very important to start discussing how to protect children’s online engagements at the government level, at the civil society level and at the parental level.

“These kids have to understand the kind of information they are to share online.

“They have to understand the kind of policies that are there for their age and the need for the platform owners to bring on timely guidelines,” he said.

He said one crucial aspect of protecting children online was to educate them about the potential risks and consequences of their online activities.

The Coodinator also said that the children needed to understand the kind of information they could safely share online and how to navigate the online world responsibly.

He called on platform owners to develop and implement guidelines that would ensure children’s safety and well-being, adding that they have a major role to play in protecting children online.

Earlier, Dr Abiodun Essiet, Senior Special Adviser to the President on Community Engagement, North Central Region, said working with government agencies like the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) could strengthen privacy control.

Essiet said that it would also improve reporting systems and ensure that people feel safe online.

“When violation occurs, justice must be served. You know, we need to also spread the message of how people did something wrong and they were arrested, or justice was served.

“We need to also create an awareness following the same route. This is how to build trust and send a clear message that violence has no space in our society, whether online or offline.

“By working together, we can make our digital space safer, more respectful and more empowering for all,” she said.

The Manager, Outreaches and Partnerships, TIKTOK, Duduzile Mkhize, said that TikTok’s priority was to work with government stakeholders and regulators to build workable policies to ensure operational efficiency.

“This workshop is centered around tech-facilitated gender-based violence. At TikTok, safety is a priority to us, and this is the safety of everyone.

“We know that minority groups such as women and children are more impacted by online violence and different things that happen in the online space.

“We have curated this event to get feedback from our stakeholders from the grassroots level of how we can make differences to improve and to eliminate online tech-facilitated gender-based violence,” she said. (NAN)


Edited by Joy Mbachi/Kadiri Abdulrahman

Tech firm, South African partner push smart living in Nigeria
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Tech firm, South African partner push smart living in Nigeria

By Olasunkanmi Onifade

FENAC Secure Solutions, a West African provider of home automation systems, has partnered with South Africa’s NICE Automation Systems to expand smart living and security technologies in Nigeria.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the collaboration is aimed at scaling up the deployment of intelligent gate and door automation technologies across homes and commercial properties in the country.

It is expected to offer improved safety, convenience and energy efficiency.

Speaking on the development at a news conference on Tuesday in Abuja, JaQues Van Niekerk, a representative of NICE Automation Systems, outlined the partnership with FENAC as a pivotal step in expanding smart infrastructure in the region.

“The collaboration between NICE and FENAC Secure Solutions has already laid the groundwork for innovation across West Africa.

“Now, we’re looking to deepen our impact in Nigeria by leveraging FENAC’s local expertise and customer reach,” Van Niekerk said.

He emphasised that NICE products are designed specifically for the African environment, with unique features that address infrastructural realities.

“We understand the challenges many African countries face, especially when it comes to power supply. Our gate motors can run even without batteries, which is a major advantage in areas with frequent power outages.

“NICE is currently the only manufacturer using lithium batteries in its gate motors, offering the performance and longevity compared to traditional lead-acid batteries.

“Lithium batteries are more durable, require less maintenance, and provide a longer service life, ultimately reducing costs for users,” he said.

Through its partnership with NICE, FENAC is positioning itself as a key player in Nigeria’s smart property space, offering cutting-edge security automation that aligns with modern housing needs.

Chuka Okafor, the Managing Director of FENAC Secure Solutions, told NAN that the collaboration with NICE would accelerate the adoption of technology-driven solutions supporting both residential and commercial development in urban and suburban communities.

“The integration of NICE’s world-class technology through FENAC’s local network is also expected to improve after-sales support and system maintenance, areas often overlooked in imported automation systems,” Okafor said.

NAN reports that as part of the partnership agreement, no fewer than 20 technicians were trained and awarded certificates on operational procedures by South African experts during a session held in Lagos.

Industry experts have described the development as timely, especially as Nigeria’s real estate sector shifts toward tech-enabled solutions for safer and more efficient living. (NAN)

Edited by Tosin Kolade

Stakeholders urge young innovators to drive Nigeria’s renewable energy
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Stakeholders urge young innovators to drive Nigeria’s renewable energy

By Justina Auta

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s energy sector have called on young innovators to accelerate Nigeria’s transition to renewable energy.

The stakeholders made the call at a Green Skills bootcamp in Abuja, with a theme, “Spark the Green Economy: Robovolt Brand Reveal and AI-Driven Micro Grid skills.

Dr Mustapha Abdullahi, Director General, Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), said that Nigeria’s future energy security was in its natural resources, and also in the ingenuity of its people.

While highlighting the nation’s abundant energy resources including solar, wind, hydro, biomass, lithium, and nuclear, Abdullahi stressed the need to turn them into accessible, reliable, and affordable energy.

According to him, Nigeria is very rich in mineral resources, including lithium in almost every state.

“The government is taking steps to localise and domesticate our technology.

”Very soon, we will stop importing lithium batteries and solar panels because we will be producing them here,” he said.

He said that the Federal Government had signed investment agreements with LONGi, the world’s largest producer of solar components, to establish factories in Nigeria.

According to him, President Bola Tinubu is committed to ensuring that 30 per cent of Nigeria’s energy mix comes from renewable sources such as solar, hydro and wind.

The DG, therefore, urged the youths and others to drive the country’s energy transition through science-backed creativity, policy-driven action and technology-enabled vision.

Dr Abdul-Quayyum Gbadamosi, CEO, Citibim Nigeria Limited, said studies showed that over 90 per cent of businesses in Nigeria rely on diesel or petrol generators for their daily operations.

“Nigeria really struggles with energy access. Generators are very prevalent in our businesses and households.

“Our team has taken the challenge of trying to provide the solution, which is the mobile solar generator we are launching today.

“During the process of innovation, we struggled with access to local skills. So, we asked ourselves, why not develop local skills in AI, geo-intelligence and virtual reality.

“That is why we are organising this bootcamp, to encourage youths that there are a lot of opportunities in sustainability, in the green revolution, energy access and the digital revolution,” he said.

He said that CitiBIM had developed a Sustainability Dashboard to capture and map assets nationwide, requiring data collection, processing, visualisation and geo-intelligence, creating new pathways for youth careers in green technology.

Dr Oladimeji Olawale, CEO, Sleekabyte Technologies, UK Ltd, said that the RoboVolts project being unveiled targeted to make cheaper, cleaner alternative to diesel and petrol generators.

Olawale said that it would cut cost and boost profits for MSMEs.

“It is not just about powering MSMEs. We are also training people to maintain these solutions, equipping them with green skills that create jobs.

“We are integrating AI into our system to help map generator use in communities, giving government data to phase out fossil fuel generators and transition to sustainable alternatives,” he said.

Musaddiq Mustapha, Personal Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Subnational Infrastructure, said that the unveiling of the mobile affordable solar generator, was a game changer for distributed renewable energy.

Mustapha said that technology alone was not enough, adding that people mattered most.

“The president has made it clear that we must build skills and capacity, training Nigerians in solar installation, battery maintenance, data analysis and green entrepreneurship.

“Every solar unit deployed, every CNG bus converted, every efficient appliance installed is an opportunity to create jobs and lift communities.

“We will build infrastructure that powers growth while protecting the climate; use carbon markets to bring in finance; and train our people for the green economy.

“Nigeria will lead with integrity, evidence, and ambition,” he said.

Other activities included the Robovolt Brand and Product Unveiling; trainings on artificial intelligence, geo-intelligence, virtual reality and sustainable energy solutions. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman

Tech company says GITEX Nigeria opened global window for startups
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Tech company says GITEX Nigeria opened global window for startups

 

 

 

 

 

 

By Funmilola Gboteku

 

A Nigerian startup, Meetbox Africa, says its participation in the just-concluded GITEX Nigeria 2025 in Lagos has provided the company with exposure, learning opportunities and access to investors that can shape its growth.

 

 

 

In an interview with newsmen, Mr Kehinde Awoyinfa, Co-founder of Meetbox Africa, described the exhibition as a launchpad for young companies eager to prove their relevance in the digital economy.

 

 

 

“GITEX Nigeria was a classroom and a marketplace rolled into one. We saw startups, investors and global giants all under one roof.

 

 

 

“For us, it was a chance to learn, compete and be noticed,” Awoyinfa said.

 

 

 

He explained that beyond showcasing products, the company held meetings with Microsoft Cloud partners, Internet Service Providers and venture capitalists.

 

 

 

“Some of those conversations may shape how we scale in the coming months,” he added.

 

 

 

Awoyinfa noted that Nigerian startups often struggled with access to funding and markets.

 

 

 

He added that platforms such as GITEX, bridge the gap by connecting local firms with global distributors, policy makers and investors without the cost of travelling abroad.

 

 

 

“For Meetbox, the expo also highlighted how local firms could hold their own on a global stage.

 

 

 

“We displayed our conferencing systems integrated with Microsoft Teams and Zoom, but it was our playful branded robot dog, ‘K9 the Ultimate,’ that drew the biggest crowds.

 

 

 

“K9 danced, shook hands and guided visitors to our booth. It was our way of standing out in a sea of innovation and sparking conversations about what we do,” he said.

 

 

 

He, however, stressed that the most valuable aspect of GITEX was the knowledge exchange.

 

 

 

Awoyinfa said the panel discussions and policy sessions gave insights into where the ecosystem was headed, especially in artificial intelligence, cloud, fintech and cybersecurity.

 

 

 

He emphasised that GITEX helped Nigerian startups to build confidence and visibility.

 

 

 

Awoyinfa noted that the country’s role as a continental tech hub would be strengthened if more local innovators consistently took advantage of such global-facing platforms. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Oluwafunke Ishola

Computer society tasks new executives on innovativeness
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Computer society tasks new executives on innovativeness

 

 

 

 

 

By Uchenna Eletuo

 

The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has inaugurated its new national executives with a charge to be innovative and focused.

 

The executives include the President, Mr Muhammad Aliyu-Sirajo and Deputy President, Mr Charles Onyeukwu.

 

At the inauguration held at the organisation’s National Secretariat in Lagos on Thursday, the immediate past President, Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria, Mr Bimbo Abioye, said that innovativeness would take the organisation to greater heights.

 

He urged the executives to be focused and conceive ideas, programmes and projects that would transform Nigeria’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector.

 

Abioye urged indigenous computer firms to scale up operations, compete favourably with their foreign counterparts, and dominate the Nigerian market.

 

A former NCS President, Mr Ezichi Samuel, urged the new executives to borrow from the experiences of their predecessors to forge ahead seamlesssly.

 

Responding, the new President, Mr Muhammad Aliyu-Sirajo, promised that the executives would work in unity in the interest of the body and the entire Nigeria.

 

Aliyu-Sirajo addded, “Strict adherence to professional ethics will uplift the operations of the organisation.”

 

He said that the new executives would drive innovation and development in Nigeria’s ICT sector.

 

“United we can cause changes in the economy,” Aliyu-Sirajo said.

 

He commended the former executives for sacrifices that helped in building a vibrant NCS. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

 

Edited by Esenvosa Izah/Ijeoma Popoola

MTN seeks collaboration on opportunities, challenges of AI
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MTN seeks collaboration on opportunities, challenges of AI

By Jessica Dogo

MTN Nigeria on Tuesday in Abuja called on the public and private sectors to collaborate with it to address the challenges and opportunities inherent in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development in the country.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTN Nigeria, Dr Karl Toriola, made the call during a plenary session titled “Toward a United AI Strategy for Africa” at the 2025 Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) in Abuja, Nigeria.

The theme of the on-going four-day event is: “Building Continental Digital Foundations for Equitable AI Development”.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that while the summit would hold in Abuja between Sept. 1, and Sept. 2, exhibition would hold in Lagos from Sept. 3 to Sept. 4.

Toriola said that Nigeria needed to invest in data infrastructure, power supply, and skills development to support AI growth in the country.

He said the country required patience and capacity to build and implement AI solutions to maximise its potential.

“I would love to see a headline that says, Nigeria has articulated a clear strategy on how to advance artificial intelligence.

“I would like to read that it has harnessed the resources, both private and public, and is executing them with discipline and labour,” he said.

Toriola said that Nigeria had faced a significant gap in data centre capacity, with an estimated 90-megawatt gap.

The CEO identified the country’s poor power supply as a major challenge, adding that AI data centres required massive amounts of energy, equivalent to one nuclear power plant per data centre.

He advised that the country should build sovereign data ecosystems, adding that it will require computing infrastructure collectively.

“There is about a 90-megawatt gap in terms of data centre capacity today. It is estimated that data consumption from AI will be 16-fold of what we are consuming today.

“What we, as a nation, are going to try to do is to build sovereign data ecosystems, which requires computing infrastructure collectively. We do have some connectivity, but it is a long way to go.

“AI data centre that are being built today are of the scale that they need one nuclear power plant per data centre. And that is where we have a huge gap,” he said.

According to him, MTN will continue to invest, execute and deliver solutions to consumers, Small, Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises that enable them to tap into AI opportunities.

NAN reports that industry players across the continent and beyond, academia, governments, companies, among other entities, are participating in the programme. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Uche Anunne

Biotech experts urge scaling of technology for food security
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Biotech experts urge scaling of technology for food security

By Sylvester Thompson

Experts at the 37th Biotechnology Society of Nigeria (BSN) Conference have called for scaling proven agricultural biotechnologies to boost food security and farmer livelihoods.

The experts emphasised the urgent need to prioritise the widespread adoption of high-yielding, climate-resilient crops such as PBR cowpea and TELA maize.

They said such crops were capable of greatly increasing food production, stabilising farmer incomes, and reducing poverty.

In a communiqué signed and issued on Sunday in Abuja by Prof. Sylvia Uzochukwu, President of the BSN, participants outlined key recommendations aimed at harnessing biotechnology for national development and prosperity.

They stressed the importance of sovereign investment in bio-manufacturing infrastructure.

They also highlighed the need for the establishment of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) facilities and biomanufacturing corridors to enable domestic production of essential bio-products, including vaccines, biofertilisers, and therapeutics.

According to the communiqué, such efforts will help capture economic value chains, generate high-skilled jobs, reduce reliance on imports, and strategically position Nigeria as a regional biotechnology hub under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

The conference also called for the implementation of proactive public health surveillance systems, including the immediate establishment of a national wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) programme to serve as an early warning system for emerging pathogens and public health threats.

“This protects the workforce’s health, ensures economic stability by enabling faster responses to outbreaks, and integrates data for smarter public health.’’

The experts said government should enact science-driven policies and foster collaboration to build a resilient bioeconomy, as well as create harmonised, supportive biosafety and intellectual property laws to accelerate innovation.

“Simultaneously, combat misinformation, mandate cross-sector collaboration, and invest in continuous human capital development to build a functional ecosystem where innovation can thrive from the laboratory to the market,’’ the communique read.

The 37th BSN Conference affirmed that biotechnology was the indispensable catalyst for Nigeria’s national growth, food and nutrition security, wealth creation, health resilience, and environmental sustainability.

Accordingly, the conference urgently called for a concerted national effort to embrace these recommendations which was imperative for building a self-reliant, resilient, and competitive bioeconomy.

Among key observations recorded was that biotechnology was not merely a scientific field but the hope of the future, essential for solving Nigeria’s most pressing challenges.

Such challenges of ensuring food security in the face of climate change, combating endemic diseases, poverty alleviation, and building a resilient, self-reliant economy were mentioned.

Also, that Nigeria’s potential was hindered not by a lack of scientific talent or resources, but by critical gaps in infrastructure like GMP manufacturing facilities, molecular labs for WBE, regulatory hurdles, among others.

The 37th annual BSN conference, which held between Aug.20 and Aug. 22, was tagged “Umudike 2025”.

Its theme was: Innovative Biotechnology for National Growth: Pathways to Food Security, Health and Environmental Sustainability, aimed at addressing critical issues impacting agriculture in the nation. (NAN)

Edited by Kevin Okunzuwa

Nigeria ready to lead, not just consume technology – Indigenous firm
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Nigeria ready to lead, not just consume technology – Indigenous firm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By Christiana Fadare

 

An indigenous technology company, Arigo Technologies, says Nigeria and Africa have all it takes to become creators and leaders in the digital economy, not just consumers of foreign technology.

 

Dr Arinze Madueke, Founder of Arigo Technologies, made the statement during the simultaneous launch of seven distinct, multisector digital platforms by the company at an event, in Lagos on Saturday.

 

Madueke said the platforms were designed to address Africa’s unique challenges and prove that the continent could be positioned as a leader in global technology innovation and digital transformation.

 

“We are not just building apps; we are building solutions that create jobs, empower entrepreneurs, connect talents, and demonstrate that Africa can lead the world in innovation,” he stated.

 

He commended the Federal Government’s current efforts in supporting the tech ecosystem but called for more involvement in technology events for improved visibility, support, and encouragement for industry players.

 

Madueke also urged the government to provide a more enabling environment, including infrastructure and policy frameworks, to help innovators and startups thrive in the evolving technology-driven economy.

 

“I am delighted to have all of you here today in this epoch-making moment. You are part of history as we showcase years of research, innovation, and sacrifice,” he said.

 

He said that the platforms were developed over five years within the Arigo Innovation Lab, involving intense testing, intellectual property, unquantifiable investment, and personal sacrifice from the founding team.

 

“Some of the platforms stem from personal experience. For instance, CribsAndRides was born after I was scammed by a supposed land agent shortly after returning to Nigeria from abroad.

 

“Also, FutbolConect came from my journey as a football club owner.

 

“It addresses gaps in talent discovery, transfer processes, and agent reliability in the global football ecosystem,” Madueke added.

 

He encouraged Nigerian startups and tech enthusiasts to keep innovating, noting that Arigo’s innovation hub was opened to support entrepreneurs with ideas linked to technology and digital solutions.

 

Speaking at the event, sports journalist Mr Ralph George, revealed that FutbolConect had already onboarded more than 800 football clubs globally since its initial soft launch earlier in the year.

 

George noted that more than 35,000 players had registered on the app, with a total transfer value of 1.2 billion naira already executed through deals made via the platform and website.

 

He disclosed that more than 180,000 people had visited the site across various countries, made possible by an earlier launch of the platform in London on May 30, 2025.

 

“This platform helps bridge the gap where players, clubs, agents, and managers fall victim to fraud.

 

“Nigerian clubs spend millions bringing agents who often disappoint,” George said.

 

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the event showcased Arigo’s flagship platforms, including MyArigo.com, a business marketplace and professional networking platform for African entrepreneurs and professionals.

 

Other platforms launched include FutbolConect.com (a global football talent hub), Miamour.me (a marriage and therapy platform), and CribsAndRides.com (a luxury real estate and auto marketplace).

 

Also launched were Ijeuwa.com (a storytelling and reward platform), EduGlobal.international (a blockchain-secured edtech portal), and Twy.app (an Agentic AI-powered brand for personal and business productivity).

 

The event attracted representatives from government agencies, financial institutions, universities, investors, FIFA-licensed football agents, and prominent figures from Nigeria’s entertainment and technology industries. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

 

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

Communications Ministry trains 438 civil servants on digital transformation
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Communications Ministry trains 438 civil servants on digital transformation

By Jessica Dogo

The Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy has trained 438 civil servants from different Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) on digital transformation.

The one-day training which held in Abuja in partnership with Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), had the theme: “Enabling Digital Government Transformation: Leadership, Training and Citizen-Centric Systems.

William Scheffers, a Director at TG Consulting, who spoke on the topic: “Strategies for IT Training in Digital Government Transformation”, said that Information and Communication Technology (ICT) was a necessity for government officials.

Scheffers said that without ICT skills, governments risked falling behind in delivering efficient and secured services.

“Governments are under pressure to digitise services and improve citizen experience. ICT training ensures that staff can operate, maintain and innovate with new systems.

“Skills gaps lead to inefficiencies, data risks and wasted investments in IT. Trained officials are more adaptable in responding to new policy and citizen needs,” he said.

He said that ICT training challenges in government would lower digital skills, adding that resistance to change undermines ICT upskilling.

According to him, cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud adoption will help in shaping ICT training for civil servants.

“It will demand smarter, faster and more practical training,” he said.

Scheffers said that rising cyber threats makes cybersecurity training essential.

He said that cloud adoption required new competencies in security, architecture and operations.

“Data analytics and AI literacy are increasingly demanded in policy design and execution.

“There is a shift toward microlearning, online platforms and hybrid delivery,” he said.

Earlier, the Deputy Director of Korea Institute for Development Strategy (KDS), Myeongseok Song, said that the training focused on introducing Korea and its government, and sharing knowledge, innovation and achievements over the years.

Song said that Korea’s new strategy was for citizens, enterprises and governments to solve issues together and create new value through a digital platform which connects all their data.

“We just want to talk about the digital, the government, the advanced AI, and eventually, we expect to make more advanced perspective and idea for the government,” he said.

One of the beneficiaries, Adetokunbo Adebola, Head, Data Strategy and Research for the Vice-Chairman, Senate Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, described the training as appropriate and timely for civil servants in the country.

Adebola commended the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, for his efforts and the push to bring some programmes that will help the citizens in terms of ICT. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Kadiri Abdulrahman

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