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The calls for verification of type approved devices by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is not limited to handsets only, reports ITREALMS.

Recently, NCC has called on telecommunications consumers in the country to be wary of types of mobile devices they buy and use to minimize certain level of complaints which are primarily associated to ineffective devices.

NCC outlines benefits of automated numbering system

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The chief consultant to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on the proposed introduction of an automated numbering system in Nigeria, Mr. Paul Dinwoke, has outlined the benefits of the system to stakeholders, reports ITRealms.

Dinwoke who is the chief executive officer, Molcon Multiconcepts Limited, disclosed this in Lagos recently during a stakeholder consultative forum organized by the Commission.

According to him, some of the benefits include convenience, transparency, efficiency, easy tracking, and ability to choose number options.

He also pointed out that the introduction of an automated number system would strengthen the online payment systems currently existing in NCC and within its affiliate service offer.

In his remarks at the forum, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta,  who was represented by the Executive Commissioner Technical Services, Ubale Maska, said that numbers are scarce resource and one of the core functions of the Commission is to ensure that this scarce resource is effectively and efficiently managed.

He also informed participants seeks their understanding, for this reason the forum was held, stressing that the automated system will be launched very soon by the Commission.

The Forum was attended by many stakeholders, including licensees of the Commission and staff, including Bako Wakil, Deputy Director Technical Standards and Network Integrity who told the audience that the deployment of automatic numbering management system is part of the NCC's efforts to automate her business processes within and outside the Commission.

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pix: Paul Dinwoke, CEO Molcon Multiconcepts Limited, consultants to NCC on the project

Galaxy Backbone has impacted Nigerian economy – NCS president

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The President, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) Prof. Adesola Aderounmu, said that Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Limited has impacted Nigerian economy, craving GBB support for the National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) reports ITRealms.

NITMA, he said, is the most important and recognized award ceremony in the IT community because the award is a recognition and reward for excellence in the industry.

Prof. Aderounmi made this known during a courtesy visit to Galaxy Backbone which the company has continued to make to its mark in internet penetration in the public service despite the harsh operating environment. 

“Galaxy has stood out and driven significant improvements in the Nigerian economy with world class offerings and standards. Your deployment and application of technology has been most fruitful and outstanding. NCS commends your efforts so far and urges you to do even more in the present digital gaps” he said.

Aderounmi also said that NCS is the nation’s foremost Information Technology network with membership strength of over 10,000 comprising of IT professionals, interest groups and stakeholders having footprints in business, government and academia. 

He listed NCS accomplishments to include the passage of Act No. 49 of 1993 establishing Computer Professionals Registration Council (CPN), the establishment of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Ministry of Communication Technology. 

Even as these were achieved working with the Federal Government and other stakeholders, stressing that NCS is on the board of several national policy making, development and technology focused institutions such as NITDA, CPN and the Broadband Council.

Yusuf Kazaure, Managing Director/CEO of Galaxy Backbone Ltd commended the NCS leadership for reaching out for the support of industry stakeholders in the public sector. 

He re-emphasized Galaxy’s corporate philosophy of partnering with its stakeholders towards the achievement of its corporate objectives and national development.

 
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L-R: Dr. Mrs. Ronke Bello, Member NCS; Prof. Sola Aderounmu, President NCS; Yusuf Kazaure MD/CEO Galaxy Backbone and Mr. Kole Jagun, Member NCS, during a courtesy visit to Galaxy Backbone by President of Nigeria Computer Society.

Signal Alliance, Microsoft partner NIA on cloud adoption

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Signal Alliance and Microsoft Nigeria are collaborating with the Nigerian Insurance Association (NIA) to promote cloud technology adoption and information Technology (IT)-driven insurance solutions for the robust development, with limited free usage offer, reports ITRealms.

In a recent joint workshop with NIA, ITRealms gathered the parties agreed to develop technology solutions that will enhance the practice of Insurance in the country as it was attended by some big players including participants from NEM Insurance, IEI, FBN Insurance, and Cornerstone Insurance among others.

Speaking on the workshop, Signal Alliance (SA) Enterprise Solutions Development Lead, Mr Anthony Nwankwo said their  vast knowledge in deploying technology in the Nigeria financial services sector and global experience of SA partner Microsoft have been made available to enable this sector operate more efficiently.

“Thereby giving workers and customers a whole new experience,” he said.

Nwankwo also said the fact that Cloud is the way to go for the insurance companies because it will enable them to achieve economies of scale – increase volume output or productivity with fewer people; Reduce spending on technology infrastructure through pay-as-you-go model (weekly, quarterly or yearly).

In addition, he said cloud offers insurance companies options to streamline  their processes and enable them to get more work done in less time with less people; Capital cost reduction. They don’t need to spend additional money on hardware, software or licensing fees; Mobility and Improve accessibility. It will enable their workers to have access anytime, anywhere; Keep to budget and monitor projects more effectively; and Minimize licensing new software. Stretch and grow without the need to buy expensive software licenses or programs.

For Audu Dunni Oladokun, NIA Chairman Education Sub-Committee, “The knowledge shared at this roundtable has shown us how trending technologies can transform insurance businesses in Nigeria.”

The forum noted that there was need to automate the process of design and approval by incorporating secured digital signatures in a holistic manner that will ensure speed, convenience and mobile access.

 Ola Williams of Microsoft expressed Microsoft readiness through Signal Alliance to see to the success of the effort of any insurance company that wants to fast track cloud technology adoption in a bid to be more productive and efficient in their operations.

At the roundtable, various technologies and solutions for insurance business were discussed. It includes; Customer Relationship Management, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing, Mobility, Software development and Unified Communications.

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Pix: Mrs Adanma Onuegbu, CEO of Signal Alliance

Johnson launches NigComSAT Ka band

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The honourable Minister of Communication Technology, Dr. (Mrs) Omobola Johnson, has launched NIG-KA-NET on the platform of Ka-band from the Nigerian Communications Satellite (NigComSAT) Limited, reports DigitalSENSE Business News.

This is coming few weeks after the acting Managing Director of NigcomSat, Ms Abimbola Alale was confirmed as substantive Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.

Speaking at the launch in Abuja, Mrs. Johnson who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Communication Technology, Dr. Tunji Olaopa, told DigitalSENSE Business News that globally, communications technology is setting the pace for the development and expansion of economies in this 21st century.

“Undoubtedly, we are in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) age and the Federal Ministry of Communication Technology has been repositioned to take the frontlines in this new age,” she declare to DigitalSENSE Business News.

With the launch of NigKaNet, Mrs. Johnson told DigitalSENSE Business News that Nigeria has assumed her position as a regional leader in communications technology. 

“As we continually evolve, we shall work assiduously to breast the tape in setting the pace for communications technology solutions globally, bringing on cutting edge future-oriented and market driven products that meet the best standards,” she said.

CommTech, she said, has reinvigorated all the agencies and departments in the Ministry to accelerate efforts at meeting this goal.

“And NIGCOMSAT has made an indelible mark in this quest. Fortunately, with this we make that bold foray for all sectors of our national life to embrace communications technology as the springboard of inclusive growth,” she urged.

The National Broadband Plan and Strategy, she emphasised to DigitalSENSE Business News, aims at increasing broadband penetration and accessibility and today Nigeria has take another bold leap forward.

DigitalSENSE Business News reports, she explained that the Ka-band utilization, is the backbone upon which this financial services inclusion and opportunities scheme is being based.

The synergy between the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) and Nigeria Communications Satellite Ltd, she said, will open endless opportunities for the ease of financial transactions and business growth. 

”To seamlessly deliver this innovative scheme to the public, the Federal Government, through its Public-Private Participation initiative, has modified the composition of NIPOST with the objective of establishing a network of over 300,000 agents all across Nigeria,” Mrs. Johnson said.

The Minister stressed that this was borne out of government’s interest to reach the rural dweller with world-class services since the postal outlets have relatively good presence in the 774 Local Government Areas and consequently can contribute substantially to bringing financial services nearer to the rural populace.

She maintained to DigitalSENSE Business News that this milestone recorded by the Federal Ministry of Communications Technology is in line with President Goodluck Jonathan's Transformation agenda. 

“We shall continually promote such inter-agency partnerships, targeted at making life better for all Nigerian citizens,” she asserted.

Further, she told DigitalSENSE Business News that Communication Technology holds great promises for diversifying the Nigerian economy in the face of dwindling crude oil revenue.

She, expressed delight in presenting to the Nigerian public and business community a key to unlocking the nation’s economic potentials - a financial inclusion opportunity accessible to all.  

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Pix: Managing Director of NigcomSat, Ms Abimbola Alale