E-Business
James Agada to Keynote South East Cyber Security Conference
Techcode Nigeria Limited, Organisers of South East Cybersecurity Conference, dubbed SECYCONE, has disclosed that Dr. James Agada, former chief executive officer, CWG Plc., will deliver keynote address at the event holding in Enugu.
SECYCONE was launched to inform Governments and the private sector in the South-Eastern part of the country about cyber threats and show them ways they can stay safe online.
The first edition, which held in 2018, brought together stakeholders in the cybersecurity space in the country.
For this year, the event is scheduled to hold from Wednesday October 16th to Friday 18th at the Kobbs Civic Center, GRA, Enugu State.
Themed: ‘Strengthen The Security Ecosystem and Cybersecurity Cluster’, SECYCONE 2019 has been carefully put together to help you grow your business.
Speaking on the Conference, Mr. Joshua Nwagha, founder, TechCode Nigeria and the Conference Convener, said that they also intend to hold SME Clinic which will offer businesses access to an extensive network and robust meetings with distributors, installers, retailers and influencers playing at distribution and procurement market in Nigeria and Africa.
“There will also be space for Exhibition. The aim is to provide a platform for businesses to display state of the art safety products & solutions, showcase the latest technology, provide networking & marketing opportunities for manufacturers and also attract prospective investors to the South Eastern region”.
Special guests expected at the conference include the Chairman, Southeast Governors Forum, His Excellency David Umahi; His Excellency Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi (Enugu State), His Excellency Okezie Ikpeazu (Abia State), His Excellency, Chief Willie Obiano (Anambra State), and His Excellency, Emeka Ihedioha (Imo State).
Others are, the Agt. Chairman of EFCC, Mr. Ibrahim Magu, the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Abdullahi, IG of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, the Clerk of Senate Committee on ICT, Mr. Ayo Ogoh, amongst others.
Speakers lined up for the Conference and the topics they will discuss include: Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale (CEO Digital Encode)- The cyber security evolution; why being secure is not enough; Mr Harrison Nnaji (CISO First bank) – Bridging the technique gap in cybersecurity; Chuta Chimezie – (CEO Blockchain user group) The new era of blockchain technology; Yanir Ovita – (CEO CyberSOC) Exploring different type of IT defence against cyber-crime; Ayotunde Coker (CEO Rack Center) – Building cyber security cluster; Mezie Emelonye (CISO FIMC) – Maintaining cyber readiness in evolving threat landscape; Samuel Mbonu (First bank SOC Manager) – Collaboration to strengthen the cyber security ecosystem; Ridwan Oloyede: ( CEO Hive tech Advisory) – Online threat and Human Right; Chima Abafor: (Co-Fouder Ugarsoft) Emerging Dimension of Blockchain Technology and Remi Afon: (President Csean)-Making sense of cluster: Regional competitiveness and economic development.
Others are: Garba Adamu: (CEO IPI Solution) “Collaboration to strengthen the cyber security Ecosystem”; Udoh Kingsley: (CEO Syspera Technology) “Taxonomy, road and strategy for national cyber security”; Barr. Mrs. Ifeoma Elizabeth Nwafor FCArb : (Founding partner IEN legal Associate) :- Cyber threat to law firm in Nigeria; Adeyemi Ademiluyi (Security Manager Inlaks): The Impact of AI on cybersecurity and Dr. Wunmi Hassan (Data protection and information governance).
Follow the link for registration: https://secycone.com
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.
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