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  • Nigeria Computer Society to hold conference on tech solutions

    Nigeria Computer Society to hold conference on tech solutions

    The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) will hold an international conference from 12 to 15 August 2024 at the Dr. Obi Wali International Conference Centre, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

    How can technology enhance economic intelligence in a SMART Economy?

    The 2024 Conference theme, “Technological Solutions for SMART Economy,” aims to initiate a global conversation about integrating technology to support a smart economy.

    It also highlights technological advancements in human-centred methods, paving the path towards achieving sustainable development goals.

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    The conference, codenamed “SmartEco 2024”, will function as an international forum for professionals, scholars, policymakers, stakeholders, and governments at all levels to convene, share concepts, submit technical papers, and present ground-breaking solutions that have the potential to usher in an innovative economy.

    Their goal is to increase competitiveness and productivity through these breakthroughs and new sustainable business endeavours, ultimately improving everyone’s quality of life.

    Nigeria Computer Society’s statement

    “The quick development of technology in our digital age has brought about a seismic shift in how we work, live, and engage with the world. Because of its widespread impact, technology is present in almost every area of our lives and is essential to developing the so-called “smart economy.”

    This preamble aims to highlight the importance of technical solutions in this ever-changing environment and their critical role in promoting efficiency, sustainability, and advancement in our globalised society.

    “To provide technological solutions for the various global economic challenges, collaboration among computer scientists, ICT professionals, engineers, innovators, accountants, statisticians, economists, content creators, artists, and other stakeholders is imperative.

    The current reality is characterised by social unrest, terrorism, and even outright conflicts among nations, which have resulted in severe economic downturns, inflation, and increased poverty.

    Modern technology like robotics, mobile, artificial intelligence, and scientific technologies are needed for these creative solutions because they are crucial elements of a SMART economy.”, the society stated on its website.

    Speakers for the conference

    Keynote speakers, plenary sessions, panels, industry exhibitions, paper and poster presentations, research collaborations, and discussion groups led by international authorities on innovative economies are all planned for this conference.

    Scholars, professionals, and students from throughout the globe are cordially invited to submit their works for possible presentation at the gathering, where they will explore the most recent developments and inventive methods for intelligent economies.

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    This event will make a comprehensive approach to achieving Smart Economies possible for practitioners, policymakers, administrators, infrastructure operators, industry representatives, and researchers. This conference will catalyse additional relevant studies and technological advancements in this crucial area.

    Special guests and speakers for the conference include the executive governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Siminalayi Fubara (Chief Host); Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani (chairman); President of Nigeria Computer Society, Dr Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu (host);

    Others include former president of International Federation for Information Processing, Prof. Mike Hinchey (keynote speaker); Senior Research Scientist at the Responsible Tech Group, IBM Research – Brazil, Dr. Heloisa Candello (Distinguished speaker); University of Chichester, Bognor Regis, Dr. Kelvin Anoh (lead paper presenter); Professor of Computer Science and a Fulbright Scholar, Prof. Benjamin Segun Aribisala (guest speaker); CEO of Sheedx Africa, Enoabasi Emah (guest speaker) among others.

  • Nigeria Computer Society reviews year 2022, assures best services in 2023

    Nigeria Computer Society reviews year 2022, assures best services in 2023

    President of The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Professor Adesina Sodiya, has assured that the umbrella body of all IT Professionals and Practitioners with over 15,000 memberships will continue to serve the interest of all and the nation in the IT ecosystem.

    Prof. Sodiya said this while speaking during a press conference on Nigeria Computer Society 2022 Strategic Review and 2023 IT Outlook recently at the Society’s Secretariat, Alausa, Lagos.

    According to him, NCS has remained relevant in promoting IT developmental Values and steadfast in the pursuit of its goals and vision.

    He gave the 2022 Programmes of NCS and their contributions to national development
    Activities of the Society as; Cybersecurity Forum and Workshop; Artificial Intelligence and Data Science for Smart; Business Management; International Conference 2022; Tech-Innovation Development Programme; IT Whizkids Competition; National Information Technology Merit Awards 2022; NCS – Nigeria Computer Society NITMA 2022.

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    Major achievements of Nigeria Computer Society in 2022

    The NSC president also gave some of the society’s major achievements as:

    Improved Recognition and Good Governance where he said NCS members are serving in many government committees which has improved the relationship with the ministry and effective engagement with the government.

    “NCS was appointed as a member of presidential committee on digital economy and e-government.

    “NCS is represented on startup bill. We are also represented on NIMC governing board”, he said.

    Inclusive Growth and Collaboration is another major accomplishments for an all inclusive and robust society, according to the President which the society has achieved through continued collaboration with various organisations like Bluechip Technologies; Federal Inland Revenue; Zinox Technologies, Military, State Government etc., in all the Society’s activities.

    “We engaged individuals and organisations that are practicing IT and the membership of NCS has massively increased through these interactions.” He said.

    Another major achievement of NSC is Enhanced programmes/activities, which included the 1st Bootcamp of the Technology Innovation Development Programme (TIDP) of innovators engaged in ways of improving their products for national use. This programme’s major sponsor is Mr Leo-Stan Ekeh. Also, the 2022 Nigeria Computer Society – Jim Ovia scholarship for 35 students comprising 20 undergraduates, 10 masters and 5 Doctorate was conducted; a yearly scholarship funded by Mr Jim Ovia through the Jim Ovia Foundation.

    According to the NSC president, The 2022 Calendar of activities was prepared and released in November 2021 for advanced planning and necessary budgetary provisions by both individual members and corporate bodies. The activities and programmes were carefully structured to expose members to modern skills and development in the field of Information Technology.

    International Partnership was also a milestone the NSC reached as the president described the relationship with international organisations like IFIP, British Computer Society, Oracle, and Cisco, as waxing stronger.