E-Business
Signal Alliance Clinches Microsoft, Cisco Awards
Signal Alliance, a leading Nigerian total IT solution provider, has won a record two recognition awards from Microsoft and another from CISCO for the effective deployment of their technology solutions within the west African region and the company is happy about it.
At the Microsoft premier annual event for industry partners held recently in Toronto, Canada, Signal Alliance was awarded the double recognitions as West, East and Central Africa (WECA) Partner of the year “Corporate Account Enterprise Software Advisor Partner of the Year 2012 and WECA Partner of the year ” Portal and Collaboration partner of the year 2012.
The awards honor Microsoft partners that delivered exemplary solutions to their customers during the past financial year.
Award winners and finalists were chosen from nominations from around the world.
The Portals and Collaboration Partner of the Year Award recognizes the partner that excelled in offering breakthrough SharePoint solutions to meet team and organizational collaboration and connectivity needs across intranets, extranets and the Internet.
Signal Alliance got the award as they delivered technology and marketing offerings that increased her customers’ workforce productivity and enabled teams to work more effectively across boundaries with partners and customers.
While the Corporate Account Enterprise Software Advisor Partner of the Year Award recognizes a large account reseller that has demonstrated leadership, commitment and strong financial performance driving Microsoft licensing results in the Microsoft Corporate Accounts segment.
As a demonstration of the company’s best-in-class capability and market leadership through demonstrated technology success and customer commitment, the Microsoft awards to Signal Alliance is a reward for the company’s ability and commitment to meeting Microsoft customers’ needs in today’s dynamic business environment.
“By achieving a portfolio of competencies, partners demonstrate deep expertise and consistent capability on the latest Microsoft technology,” said Jon Roskill, corporate vice president, Worldwide Partner Group at Microsoft Corp.
In similar vein, Signal Alliance also clinched a high profile award from Cisco as 2012 Commercial Partner of the year for Marketing and Demand Generation.
At its recent Partner Summit, Cisco demonstrated its ongoing focus and commitment to its channel partners by recognizing the achievements of its top performing partners including Signal Alliance.
Reacting to the plethora of awards to the company, Collins Onuegbu, chief executive officer of Signal Alliance reiterated the vision of Signal Alliance and the resolve to achieve excellent service delivery.
He said that “these awards are further testimony to the hard-work and dedication of the Signal Alliance team and we are really happy that Microsoft and Cisco found us worthy to receive the recognition”. He went further to say that Signal Alliance is dedicating the awards to its numerous customers spread across the financial, manufacturing, oil and gas as well as public sectors of the economy.
Signal Alliance has over the years won numerous awards and recognitions in the local and international arena and currently holds Gold competencies in Microsoft and Cisco solutions. In addition to this, they provide enterprise solutions in core ICT areas such as Unified Communications, Borderless Networks solutions and Network Monitoring, Service Management and Assurance, Enterprise Resource Planning and mobile applications.
E-Business
NIMC Trains 388 Personnel to Boost NIN Enrolment
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has kicked off a three-day training program for 388 personnel aimed at enhancing the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process across the country.
The training, tagged “Refresher Training of Trainers on NIN Integration to the National Social Register: Technical and hands-on devices and field operations and procedures”, is in collaboration with the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office.
The training is also to equip personnel with the necessary skills to efficiently handle the complexities of enrolment processes
In her address at the event held in Port Harcourt on Monday, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, director-general and chief executive officer, NIMC, noted that the initiative aligns with the commission’s overarching goal of achieving secured and great success for the Renewed Hope social initiatives.
Represented by Adedapo Adedoyin, her technical advisor on ICT, the NIMC DG said the event is a pivotal initiative that marks a significant step forward in our mission to enhance and modernize the National Identification Number enrolment process across Nigeria.
She stated, “Today, I am pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive training program aimed at refreshing the technical and operational skills of the National Social Safety-Net Coordinating Office State Operations Coordinating Unit and NIMC staff.
“This initiative focuses on practical and field-based exercises, ensuring that our teams are well-equipped to handle the complexities of enrolment processes with precision and efficiency.
“This initiative aligns with our overarching goal of achieving secured and great success for the Renewed Hope social initiatives. Through verified digital identification, we aim to improve the lives of Nigerians by providing them with access to essential services and opportunities that require a reliable and secure identity verification system”.
Coker-Odusote explained that the training program will be conducted in two batches, encompassing four states: Kwara, Nasarawa, Kano, and Rivers. A total of 388 attendees will participate in this initiative, including 225 NASSCO State Operations Coordinating Unit representatives, 35 NIMC facilitators, and 128 State support staff.
She added, “The sessions are meticulously designed to foster knowledge sharing and hands-on experience with NIMC’s enrolment device and software, ensuring that our personnel are adept at using these tools to their full potential.
“By empowering our teams with enhanced skills and practical experience, we are setting the stage for more efficient and accurate NIN enrolment processes across the nation”.
Coker-Odusote further said the training program “is a crucial step toward achieving the World Bank’s Identification for Development Initiative target of enrolling 180 million Nigerians with secure digital IDs.
“By bolstering our technical and operational capabilities, we are ensuring that NIMC is well-positioned to meet and exceed this target, thereby contributing to the global vision of inclusive and accessible digital identification for all”.
The NIMC boss8 called for collaboration between all stakeholders saying, “As we embark on this journey, I urge all participants to embrace this opportunity for growth and development.
“Together, we can build a robust and efficient National Identification System that will serve as the cornerstone for Nigeria’s social and economic progress.”
E-Business
Kaspersky Discovers New Scam Scheme Targeting Businesses on Social Media
Kaspersky experts have uncovered a new phishing scam targeting businesses that promote their pages on Facebook. Scammers send emails allegedly on behalf of Meta for Business – Facebook’s platform for businesses – claiming the recipient’s page contains prohibited content.
The email suggests users provide explanations in order for their account and page to be unblocked. The goal of the attackers is likely to get access to users’ business accounts.
Kaspersky’s anonymised data shows that such emails started reaching users on 14 December 2024, with complaints coming from organisations all over the world, including the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa.
By examining the “From” field in the email it can be seen that the domain does not belong to Facebook. According to Kaspersky data the emails that this campaign used were sent from different domains.
The link in the email redirects users to Facebook Messenger. On Messenger, the account posing as Facebook’s support team appears legitimate, creating a false sense of trust.
There is an indication that this is a fan page, but it is easy to miss in a situation of high stress after being accused of spreading illegitimate content.
This scheme stands out for its sophistication. Unlike earlier scams that accused users of copyright violations and directed them to respond via email, this approach simulates internal communication on the Facebook platform itself.
“In 2025, we anticipate a rise in attacks leveraging social engineering and user trust in major platforms. Scams like this are becoming more sophisticated as attackers strive to mimic official services closely.
“Users must remain vigilant, verify the authenticity of messages, and avoid clicking on suspicious links. We strongly advise users not to engage with suspicious accounts and to activate additional security measures, such as two-factor authentication.
“If you receive such an email, report the incident to Facebook’s support team and update your passwords immediately if any information has been compromised,” comments Andrey Kovtun, Email Threats Protection Group Manager at Kaspersky.
E-Business
Lagos, NIPOST Partner to Transform e-Commerce Delivery
Lagos State government and the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) are joining forces to revolutionise e-commerce logistics in Nigeria’s economic capital.
The collaboration aims to enhance last-mile delivery and optimise connectivity within Lagos and beyond.
During a courtesy visit to governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ms. Tola Odeyemi, postmaster-general and CEO of NIPOST, highlighted the strategic importance of Lagos in driving innovation in the e-commerce sector.
“As the e-commerce landscape continues to evolve, Lagos leads the charge in this growth. Through enhanced postal and logistics services, we seek to empower small businesses and individuals engaging in this expanding sector,” Odeyemi said.
She underscored her commitment to fostering partnerships that would align NIPOST with the demands of a modern economy, identifying Lagos as a pivotal partner.
Lagos is central to achieving our vision of efficient and future-ready postal services, she added.
Odeyemi applauded Lagos state for its vibrant programmes that drew global attention during the December festivities, stating that such initiatives could drive further economic growth and diaspora engagement.
She pledged enhanced postal and logistics support to drive e-commerce growth and empower small businesses in Nigeria., highlighting NIPOST’s readiness to collaborate with Lagos State to enhance last-mile delivery, foster innovation, and improve public service delivery.
Lagos, as Nigeria’s economic hub, is a critical partner in our vision to make NIPOST’s services more efficient and relevant in today’s world, Odeyemi stated.
She commended Lagos State for its strides in infrastructure and governance, underscoring the importance of strategic partnerships to optimize connectivity within Lagos and nationwide.
Governor Sanwo-Olu challenged NIPOST to rethink its approach and embrace technology as a transformative tool for business facilitation.
“For NIPOST to remain relevant, you must challenge the status quo, revamp your services, and adopt innovative strategies that address today’s needs and anticipate future demands,” the governor advised.
He also pledged Lagos state’s support in upgrading NIPOST’s infrastructure to improve service delivery and create an enabling environment for seamless e-commerce operations.
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