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Girls In ICT Day: Technology Distribution trains over 150 students on career choice, other topics
BY: Justice Godfry
Technology firm, Technology Distribution (TD) Ltd. has urged young females to embrace opportunities inherent in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector.
The Coordinating Managing Director, TD, Mrs Chioma Chimere gave the advice on Thursday in Lagos, during the ”This Is Me – The Tech Talk”, programme organised by the firm to mark the International Girls In ICT Day (#GirlsInICT), celebrated on fourth Thursday in April annually.
Chimere said that the opportunities in the ICT sector are avenues to enable the female gender express themselves.
”The girl-child should pursue a career in ICT because the opportunities are limitless, and it gives her the platform to be herself, to express herself and also be a woman, a wife and a mother at the same time.
”I think the opportunities are there already, because the ICT industry is such that admits its kind, it is attractive. So long as you are mentally prepared for it, then you can harness the opportunities.
”Most times it is not a question of educational qualification. You don’t have to be an Electrical Electronics Engineer or a Computer Engineer to find a career in ICT. I am a graduate of English Language and Literature and. I have been in IT for 23 years.
”So it goes beyond what are studying. it is for people who are open to change, people who are open to do things and people who are open to dynamism.
”Our industry is very dynamic. So any woman who is hard working and dynamic in character would flourish naturally in ICT,” she said.
Chimere said that the company had gathered over 150 girls from Senior Secondary 2 (SS2) to try to expose them to the opportunities that lie within the ICT space.
According to her, the programme goes beyond ICT, as a lot of girls are struggling with other things that are way beyond career.
”So today we are having talks about loving yourself, talks about the perspective of a man, and then we are having a highly acclaimed CEO give them her story of her growth from grass to grace.
”This is so that the girls understand what life is all about, so that they can start young to create values and live by those values.
”This is our contribution to our society, to mold the young girl and get her prepared for the huge task that is ahead,” she said.
Earlier, the Head of Marketing, Konga, Chidalu Ekeh urged the girl-child to always love herself, so as to break barriers.
Ekeh said that ”Loving Yourself” was a journey, a process that needed to be nurtured.
She said that the female gender should apply the principle of potentiality, hence, to continue searching, looking for a better way than the way she presently had.
”In accepting your flaws, don’t forget to appreciate your strength and laud your accomplishments.
”You have to be yourself and ensure you are a positive person, hold on to your dreams and be flexible,” Ekeh said.
The Managing Director of Hewlett-Packard (HP), Ify Afe said that women must learn to grow each other.
”If you feel we are not given the opportunity to stand up, then for no reason should you stunt a fellow woman,” Afe said.
Also speaking, the Channels Director for W/Africa, Schneider Electric, Mrs. Rita Amuchienwa, advised the 150 participants drawn from different schools in Lagos, to be diligent in their studies, and embrace skills that will enable them fit-in into the 21st Century workplace.
International Girls in ICT Day, an initiative backed by all ITU Member States in ITU Plenipotentiary Resolution 70 (Rev. Dubai, 2018), aims to encourage and empower girls and young women to consider studies and careers in the growing field of ICTs, enabling both girls and technology companies to reap the benefits of greater female participation in the ICT sector.
Source: techeconomy.ng
Digital solutions provider, Globacom, has congratulated Christians in Nigeria on this year’s Easter celebration, and urged them to emulate the noble qualities of Jesus Christ.
The company, in a goodwill message to the Christian faithful in the country, lauded their perseverance through the Lenten period which preceded Easter. It enjoined them to always promote the ideals of selflessness, love and peace among all as a way of demonstrating the virtues of the exemplary life of Jesus Christ.
“Peace, love and sacrifice are the central message of Easter. Christ offered himself in atonement for the sins of the world and he lived a life which made Him an eternal symbol of peace and goodwill for mankind”, Globacom added.
The company enjoined all Nigerians to share in the lessons of promoting selflessness, a necessary ingredient in the growth and development of every society. It also enjoined all Nigerians to join hands to make Nigeria a better place for all.
Easter is celebrated yearly at the end of the Lenten season of fasting and prayer considered as a ritual of purification for the Christian faithful. It also precedes the crucifixion of the Lord Jesus Christ on Good Friday and His eventual resurrection on Easter Sunday.
The company assured its customers of seamless voice, data and Short Messaging Service (SMS) during and after the Easter celebrations, while urging them to avail themselves of the various data and voice offerings on the network.
The Guild of Private Broadcast Managers has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) as it celebrates its 70th Anniversary.
In a congratulatory message signed by the Guild’s National President, Ambassador Patrick Uzoyi-Peters, JP MNGRM, the guild described the milestone as a testament to the NUJ’s unwavering commitment to upholding press freedom, journalistic integrity, and the advancement of democracy in Nigeria.
“For seven decades, the NUJ has played a pivotal role in shaping the media landscape, advocating for the rights and welfare of journalists, and ensuring that the voice of the people remains strong and unyielding. Your resilience, professionalism, and dedication to ethical journalism have been instrumental in fostering transparency, accountability, and national development”.
Celebrating this historic achievement, the Guild’s President, Uzoyi-Peters recognized the sacrifices and contributions of journalists across the nation who work tirelessly to inform, educate, and empower society.
The Guild reiterated it commitment towards collaborating with the NUJ in promoting responsible journalism and strengthening the media industry for the greater good.
While wishing the NUJ continued success, growth, and greater impact in the years ahead, President Uzoyi-Peters prayed that the anniversary serve as a renewed call to uphold the principles of truth, fairness, and press freedom in our collective pursuit of a more informed and just society.
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Family Marks one-year Memorial of Late APC Chieftain, Ojougboh with Charity Outreach
By Ikenna Oluka
The family of the late chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, led by his wife, Mrs. Bose Ojougboh, marked his one-year memorial anniversary with a series of charitable initiatives aimed at honoring his legacy of philanthropy and service to society.
The memorial activities included the donation of school books and bags to pupils of Erigbe Primary School, in Agbor within the Ika South Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, where Dr. Ojougboh had received his early education.
The outreach also included extension of financial assistance to patients at Central Hospital, Agbor, and the provision of toiletries, cash, and food items to children at the Salve Regina Children’s Home, Agbor.
The outreach was carried out under the ‘Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation’, a family-led initiative established to immortalise him and continue his lifelong commitment to education, healthcare, and social welfare.
Speaking during the event which took place recently, Mrs. Ojougboh reaffirmed the family’s dedication to sustaining the ideals of the late APC chieftain, describing him as a man who strongly believed in education and giving back to society.
“We are here to celebrate the life of my husband, Late Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, who passed on a year ago. In his honour, we decided to give back to society. He was a man who valued education and was always willing to help others. It is only fitting that we continue his legacy through acts of generosity,” she stated.
Honouring his passion for education
The first visit was to Erigbe Primary School, where Dr. Ojougboh had received his early education. The Foundation distributed school bags, writing materials, and food packs to the pupils. The family encouraged the pupils to take their education seriously and strive to become responsible citizens.
Supporting patients at Central Hospital, Agbor
At Central Hospital, Agbor, Mrs. Ojougboh and her entourage moved through the medical wards, offering financial support to patients to assist with their treatment costs. The hospital staff and beneficiaries responded with prayers and words of gratitude for the kind gesture.
Reaching out to orphaned children
The outreach team also visited Salve Regina Children’s Home in Agbor where they donated cash, food items, and toiletries to the children.
The Matron of the home expressed her deep appreciation to the Ojougboh family, commending their commitment to sustaining the late politician’s legacy of compassion and social impact.
Dr. Cairo Ojougboh’s enduring legacy
Reflecting on her late husband’s contributions to society, Mrs. Ojougboh emphasised that his legacy of generosity and service to humanity would not be forgotten.
“Dr. Cairo was a selfless man who touched many lives. His contributions to the Nigerian political landscape, his mark in Agbor Kingdom, Delta State, and the country at large, will always be remembered. He may be gone, but his impact will continue to be felt for generations,” she said.
The Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation has pledged to continue supporting education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in his memory, ensuring that his vision for a better society lives on.
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