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DellEMC Supports New Age Banking Summit
As part of efforts to keep banking services in Nigeria at par with global trends and ensure optimum value to all stakeholders, DellEMC would be lending support to the New Age Banking Summit, billed for Lagos in September 2018.
Integrated Marketing Manager, East, West and Central Africa, Annie Odo-Effiong states that the support is because “DellEMC is committed to changing the narratives of how technology is helping individuals and businesses grab opportunities for digital banking in Nigeria, in keeping with emerging global trends.”
She further highlights that support for the summit, now in its eighth edition is “driven by the need to properly harness the notable transformation in the changing landscape of financial technology, which is bound to impact consumer behavior and consumption habits in the financial services industry in Nigeria.”
The summit would be focusing on how technology is impacting financial services with emphasis on mobile and internet banking, biometrics, cloud, artificial intelligence, internet of things, etc., which have left banks and financial institutions with no choice but to undergo digital transformation in order to thrive in this rapidly evolving digital age. “Fintech has clearly become the driver of financial progress in Nigeria,” according to Odo-Effiong.
At the Event, Mr. Noumeh Tahhan, Sr. Manager, Systems Engineer Emerging Africa will be delivering a presentation on behalf of DellEMC. His topic will be “Accelerating digital banking”. Digital banking is here, banks are being disrupted with the new age of banking and are faced with new type of competitors that are non-traditional, fast and focused.
In addition, Noumeh & Travers will also be chairing a panel discussion. The details of the panel discussion will focus on Building a Cyber Resilient and Digitally Empowered Economy. Other key discourse will be Strategies for Digital Growth, Ease, convenience and flexibility of customers vs. security of the organization, attaining the right balance between business, risk and security and Leveraging technology to build low-cost products and services to meet financial inclusion targets.
According to the organizers, UMS Conferences, the summit is put together to equip financial services provides with the necessary knowledge to keep pace with modern day requirements in line with global trends. They also want to help financial services providers remain in harmony with Nigeria’s Vision 2020 of being among the top 20 economies, for which the Central Bank of Nigeria initiated the cashless Nigeria policy, which has given a boost to digital innovation.
The organizers note that the digital revolution has given birth to enhanced efficiency, security and reliability of existing banking services for current and potential customers, leaving the Central Bank of Nigeria with no choice but to encourage collaboration between banks and emerging fintech companies with an aim to accelerate the progress of financial inclusion in the country.
UMS Conferences disclosed in the summit brochure that “recent reports reveal that adoption of smartphones in Nigeria is estimated to increase to 7.8 million by 2020. The rising penetration level of mobile phones represents a window of opportunity for banks to utilize technology in order to drive innovative financial services in areas such as customer experience, mobile banking, payments, p2p lending, digital wallets, etc.”
The organizers state that the summit is designed to address key challenges and explore technologies that can accelerate the Nigerian banking sector into the digital age.
With a focus on emerging channels such as Blockchain, Next-Generation Payments, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and Cyber Security, the summit will be a knowledge-sharing platform that will explore innovative tech solutions key to shaping the future of banking in Nigeria.
Stakeholders in the education circle are warming up for the maiden edition of Southeast Educators’ Conference 2024(SEEC’24).
The two-day SEEC’24 scheduled to hold 18th & 19th, April 2024 at Nike Lake Resort, Enugu under theme: Future-‘Focused Learning – Igniting the Competitive Edge’ promises to host key players in the education sector with a potential attendance of over 500 delegates.
The conference will feature a diverse lineup of speakers, covering topics ranging from holistic learning approaches to cutting-edge technology integration.
Speaking ahead of the conference, Mrs Doris Chinedu-Okoro, CEO, Evergreen Group, said SEEC’24 is the first of its kind in the Southeast region, presenting a historic opportunity for stakeholders to pioneer positive change in the local education sector.
“It brings together diverse perspectives and innovative ideas,fostering collaboration and networking among educators and stakeholders.
Hundreds of delegates will be in attendance.
“SEEC’24 is dedicated to exploring transformative practices, emphasising holistic learning, technology integration, global citizenship, life-long learning, and community engagement”, she said.
Mr. Osita Chidioka, the former Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, who recently launched an online mentorship and leadership programme for Nigerian youths named Mekaria Mentorship Programme (MMP) Foundation Course, will deliver the keynote at SEEC’24.
Prof. Pieter Verdegem; Dr. Joy Isa, Mrs. Bukola Adewuiyi, Lady Uju Dike, Fr. John Njorteah, Alex Onyia, Rotimi Eyitayo, Rhoda Odigboh, Elfrida Diete-Spiff Omole, Dr. ChibuezeLawrence Ofobuike, Ify Obidi-Essien, Dr. Abimbola Ogundere, Angelina Ikeako, Odetola Ebenezer Israel and OgochukwuOnyia, are some of the speakers lined up for the event.
The Evergreen Group CEO added that the conference thrives on a vision to create a dynamic platform that equips educators with the tools and knowledge needed to make a lasting impact on the educational landscape of South-Eastern Nigeria.
SEEC’24 is open to School Owners, Heads of Schools (Public and Private), Educational Stakeholders, Counselors, Teachers, Parents, Investors, Startups, and others in the education ecosystem.
“Participants will have the opportunity to engage in two full days of conference sessions, diving deep into the future of Education.
“There will be ample networking opportunities with school leaders from across the geopolitical zone and beyond.
“The evening Gala Night promises a delightful atmosphere for dancing, dining, wining, and fostering deeper connections in a relaxed setting”, she further explained.
Registration is N100,000 via: https://bit.ly/3uTcv9e
The Evangelical Church of Yahweh (ECoY) is set to celebrate its Golden Jubilee Anniversary, signifying 50 years of ministry.
ECoY is a full Pentecostal and prophetic church established February 4 1973, by Apostle (Dr.) Theophilus Olabayo in Ilorin, Kwara State with parishes in several states in Nigeria, United States and Britain.
The founder of the ministry is one of the major prophets in Nigeria that has given accurate prophecies about the country and its leaders.
As part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations, the ministry will host a 3-day event starting with a Football Match on Friday, February 3 in the morning and a Praise Evening, which will feature different seasoned music ministers, later in the day still on the 3rd.
This event will be followed by a colloquium on Saturday, February 4, and as a landmark celebration for the ministry, the conference will host speakers from different ministries to present series of lectures on “The Prophetic Ministry and the Pentecostal Movement in Nigeria: 50 years evolution of the Evangelical Church of Yahweh”.
The Rt. Reverend (Prof) Dapo Asaju, Diocesan Bishop of Ilesa Diocese Anglican Communion and Bishop Theologian, Anglican Communion is the keynote speaker for the occasion, while renowned religious leaders such as Apostle Dr. John Amarachukwu Daniel, President/Provost, Melchisedek Graduate Bible Academy, Prophet Bolaji Oduntayo, Deputy Shepherd, Disciples of Christ Ministry, Cherubim and Seraphim Church Movement Church (Ayo Ni O), Dr. Tokunbo Bankole, and Pastor Joshua Olabayo, Pastor Evangelical Church of Yahweh, London will lead other discussions. The conference is scheduled to be a time of celebration, reflection, and re-dedication to the mission of the Evangelical Church of Yahweh.
On Sunday, February 5 the church will host a thanksgiving service to wrap up the anniversary celebrations.
It will be an avenue to appreciate God for his faithfulness to the ministry in its 50 years of its existence.
Speaking ahead of the celebration, the Organising Committee Chairman, Bishop Enighokhana Oni, said “This 50th Anniversary marks a turning point in the physical and spiritual development of the ministry. It will give us an ample opportunity to re-evaluate the past, and to look forward to the expansion and winning souls for Christ, in accordance with the vision of the ministry”.
The former and also Late President of Nigeria, Umar Musa Yar’Adua’s Son just married his fiancee.
Shehu who is 29 years old is a Bachelor’s degree holder in Economics at Schellhammer Business school in Spain, and also a master’s degree holder in international relations from Webster University Netherlands. He tied the knot yesterday which was the 23rd of July with his fiancee Yacine, She’s 22 years old and a Bachelor’s degree holder in hospitality and management from the University of Surrey at the United kingdom.
The wedding held in Maiduguri, Borno State. And was actually a big wedding as it had important personalities in attendance. Here are some photos.
Photo Credit: Lindaikejisblog
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