E-Business
Saba, Accomplished HR Consultant, Bags Award in Family Business Consulting
Abdullahi Jubril Saba, accomplished Human Resources Consultant and currently Practice Lead with Afrissance, an Organizational Development Firm based in Lagos, has been awarded the Global Education Network (GEN) Certificate in Family Business Advising (CFBA) by the Family Firm Institute (FFI)
The Global Education Network (GEN) Certificate in Family Business Advising (CFBA) by the Family Firm Institute (FFI) is a certificate presented to individuals who have achieved comprehensive professional knowledge and gained significant expert is evaluable to family business and family wealth clients.
According to the FFI, the Certificate in Family Business Advising is designed to increase awareness and exposure to concepts, skills and knowledge necessary to optimize effectiveness as family business advisors and consultants.
While commending Saba and other recipients, President of the Family Firm Institute, Judy Green, said “through completion of the certificate program, Abdullahi Jubril Saba has gained a deeper understanding of the needs of family-owned enterprises and the many roles family business and non-family members play.”
Saba is a proven leader who reached HR Director level in a leading telecommunications company with global operations. Having been thrust into a high-¬pressured leadership role at an early stage of his career, he honed his leadership development skills at HR Director level and acquired an uncommon understanding of business operations in the telecoms sector.
He is regarded as a very credible, business savvy HR Leader that can be relied upon to make optimal people decisions for the business. Based on this experience, Jubril joined Afrissance, an organisational development firm as a Practice Lead for the Leadership Development and Coaching practice where he is able to offer his experience, knowledge and skills in building leaders that will fuel the growth of the continent in the immediate future.
Jubril values the importance of gauging the organisational context accurately, and seeking out coaches across various stakeholder groups to support one’s growth and to act as a medium for The 4 Rs: Reflecting, Re¬aligning, Re¬-energising and Re–emerging.
An INSEAD scholar and an alumnus of the Manchester Business School and The Federal University of Technology, Akure, he holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, a Diploma in Business Administration and is currently completing an Executive Masters Program on Individual and Organisational Psychology.
He is a certified Integral Coach and a member of the International Coach Federation. He is also a member of the Family Firm Institute in Boston, where he is a de Visscher & Co scholar and holds a Certificate in Family Business Advising.
Participants in the Family Firm Institute (FFI) program have access to cutting edge information and resources for exploring the core disciplines — behavioral science, finance, law and management science — and steps for forming collaborative teams.
FFI provides multidisciplinary educational programs to advance family enterprises worldwide by enabling collaboration between family enterprise practitioners and academics, creating a global network of professionals.
The prestigious CFBA is a leading Global Family Enterprise Membership Association Awards distinguished certificate.
This distinction further ensures that the highest standards in professional best practices will be implemented.
The Family Firm Institute, an international professional membership organization of over 1800 individuals and organizations across 88 countries, is dedicated to providing interdisciplinary education and networking opportunities for family business and family wealth advisors, consultants, educators and researchers.
It works to increase public awareness and broaden the understanding of trends and developments in the family business and family wealth fields. As the dominant form of business organization worldwide, family businesses make a unique contribution to the social vitality and economic wealth of communities.
FFI seeks to increase the understanding of the family enterprise as a fundamental driver of global economic growth and prosperity.
E-Business
NITDA, NIMC Partner for Seamless Data Exchange Capabilities
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have announced a collaboration on National Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) to enhance synergy between digital identity, payment ecosystems and secure seamless data exchange capabilities for Nigeria.
NITDA, which made the announcement on its X handle, said that the collaboration was to further strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy in line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,
During the meeting, Kashifu Inuwa, director general of NITDA, and Bisoye Coker-Odusote, director general of NIMC, with some management staff of both organisations, discussed various initiatives, which include building DPI stacks for a secured and seamless data exchange and forming partnerships to transform the national identity system.
This collaboration also aims to harness the potential of the innovative ecosystem and emphasise the use of public-key infrastructure (PKI) to drive digital transformation in Nigeria.
To ensure a smooth implementation, a 12-man committee was set up.
This committee will play a crucial role in kickstarting and harmonising the initiatives and is expected to deliver a comprehensive implementation report within the next 4 weeks.
E-Business
Expert Urges FG to Harmonise NIN, BVN to Tackle Crimes
Noble Ajuonu, head, Sydani Technologies Ltd., has urged the Federal Government to harmonise National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN) to tackle crimes and insecurity in the country.
Ajuonu made the call at a media roundtable, organised by Sydani Group in Abuja.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the roundtable focuses on driving sustainability through a comprehensive analysis of Nigeria’s key development areas.
Ajuonu said that Nigeria could overcome its security challenges and pave the way for a safer, more secure future for all Nigerians by embracing technology and implementing practical solutions,
“We need to harmonise data, prioritise seamless integration of databases like NIN, BVN, and security agency records, establish clear protocols for data sharing and access, with robust safeguards against misuse,’’ expert said.
According to him, the unified data pool will empower intelligence gathering and targeted operations.
He also called for investments in smart surveillance, intelligent video analytics software, training of personnel in data analysis, interpretation of data in real-time to combat crimes.
“There is need to implement a legal framework for call interception in criminal investigations, with strict oversight to prevent abuse, encourage community cohesion, training of tech savvy security personnel with tech-enabled tools.’’
Ajuonu also urged the government to address infrastructure deficit in technology, saying that technology was all encompassing to address insecurity.
“According to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), as of December 2023, only 104.2 million Nigerians had been enrolled for the National Identity Number (NIN).’’
Ajuonu added that over 122.2 million citizens left uncaptured for NIN were people in rural areas where enrolment centres, digital services were limited.
“Most crimes are being perpetuated from rural communities and this lack of comprehensive identification creates a gap where elements not captured in the national database can constitute public nuisance, crimes.
“There is the inadequacy in the integration of NIN, BVN and Voters Identification Number (VIN).
“Advanced call interception and analysis tools, used successfully in other countries, could provide invaluable insights into criminal networks and operations but infrastructure is lacking,’’ he said.
Also, Mr Godfrey Petgrave, the Agricultural Expert, Sydani Group, called for empowerment of smallholder farmers with access to finance and training to enhance productivity.
According to Petgrave, Nigeria requires policy reform and institutional strengthening to improve agricultural practices and embrace digital agriculture solutions to address food insecurity.
Mr Akolade Jimoh, another expert of the group on health, advocated for expanded community-based health insurance programmes for rural and underserved areas.
Jimoh added that the country needed to encourage Public Private Partnership to revolutionise products design and quality improvement on health services.
E-Business
Konga launches Infinix Brand Week with Incredible Deals
Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce group, is thrilled to announce the launch of amazing deals at its Infinix Brand Week. Infinix, a leading global smartphone brand known for its innovative products and cutting-edge technology promises exclusive discounts and special offers on select smartphones, marking an exciting milestone in the realm of online shopping.
Shoppers can expect nothing short of extraordinary deals on a wide range of Infinix products, all available exclusively on the Konga online platform. With discounts of up to 30% off, this partnership between Konga and Infinix aims to redefine the shopping experience for tech enthusiasts across Nigeria.
Konga Brand Week has become synonymous with excitement and unbeatable deals, and this year’s edition is no exception. In addition to exclusive discounts on Infinix smartphones, shoppers can explore a diverse array of products across various categories, including electronics, fashion, home essentials, and more.
“At Konga, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the best shopping experience possible,” said Rita Ohaedoghasi, VP Marketing at Konga. “The Infinix Week during Konga Brand Week allows us to continue delivering on that promise by offering incredible discounts and special offers on some of the most sought-after smartphones in the market.”
To stay updated on the latest developments and exclusive deals during Konga Brand Week, shoppers are encouraged to connect with Konga across all platforms, including social media and the Konga website. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to score big savings and elevate your tech game with Infinix and Konga.
- Telecom2 days ago
Imperative of Upholding Nigeria’s Telecoms Lifeline
- News2 days ago
Kaspersky Warns of Data Stealers Hunting for User Credentials
- E-Financial2 days ago
Hydrogen, CCHub Partner to Encourage Fintech Startup Success
- Telecom2 days ago
What You Need to Know About Multifactor Authentication Fatigue Attacks and How they can be Prevented
- Telecom2 days ago
Samsung Returns to Top of The Smartphone Market – Industry tracker
- E-Financial2 days ago
CBN Cuts Banks’ Loan-to-Deposit Ratio to 50 Percent
- E-Financial2 days ago
Access Bank Unveils DiamondXtra Season 16, Dangles N200m, 3 SUVs
- Telecom2 days ago
SHELT System Integration Launches “SHELT SI” in Nigeria