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NACOS Rejigs National Advisory Board

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By Adedapo Adesanya

The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Association of Computing Students (NACOS) has approved the appointment of new members to serve on the National Advisory Board of the association.

NACOS is the umbrella body for students studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Cyber Security and all Information Technology related courses in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.

The President of Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Professor Adesina Sodiya, was appointed as a member of the board alongside Mr Mohammed Ibrahim Jega, who is a Nigerian entrepreneur and technology startup founder, Professor Olumide Longe, a professor of Computer Science and Information Security and several others were appointed to the board.

Speaking on the appointments, NACOS National President, Mr Olamilekan Toyeeb Abolade, said the members of the advisory board were carefully selected in their respect to their immense contributions to the development of information technology development in Nigeria as they have all distinguished themselves.

The association boasts of its presence in almost all tertiary institutions in Nigeria, including privately owned establishments, with a membership strength of about 350,000 members in 250 local chapters in various tertiary institutions across the six geo-political zones of the federation.

The purpose of the advisory board is to oversee, advice and objectively assess the performance of the association executives, while also assisting the National Executive Council and entire members in various ways to achieve the set aims and objectives of the association.

Specifically, Mr Jega, a mentor to several computing and non-computing students in Nigeria was appointed following his commitment and dedication in supporting members of the association.

He has been supporting the association in several ways in the past by providing an atmosphere where our members of the association can outrival in the various endeavours.

It is believed that Mr Jega’s appointment alongside others into the advisory board will bring more development and impact to NACOS.

The list of the board members includes:

Professor Adesina Sodiya FNCS – Chairman (President, Nigeria Computer Society)

Professor Olumide Longe FASI – Member (Interim Dean, American University of Nigeria, Yola)

Mr Mohammed Ibrahim Jega – Member (Founder, Startup Arewa)

Dr Nasir Daniya – Member (DG, ICT Directorate Sokoto State)

Mr Tim Akano – Member (CEO/MD New Horizon Nigeria)

Dr Yele Okeremi FNCS – Member (CEO Precise Financial Systems)

Professor Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi – Member (Legend Musician)

Dr Ikechukwu Innocent Umeh – Member (Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikwe University Awka)

Mr Adekunle Durosinmi – Secretary (Registrar, Dots ICT Institute of Technology Abeokuta).

Adedapo Adesanya is a journalist, polymath, and connoisseur of everything art. When he is not writing, he has his nose buried in one of the many books or articles he has bookmarked or simply listening to good music with a bottle of beer or wine. He supports the greatest club in the world, Manchester United F.C.

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Lagos Assembly Names Four New Principal Officers After Obasa Ouster

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By Adedapo Adesanya

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Friday named four new principal officers, following the impeachment of the former Speaker, Mr Mudashiru Obasa, on Monday.

Mr Obasa, who was ousted as Speaker in absentia, a position he has held for the last nine years, was replaced by Mrs Mojisola Meranda (APC-Apapa 1).

Mr Obasa was impeached on Monday over alleged gross misconduct by 32 out of the 40 members.

The Clerk of the House, Mr Lekan Onafeko, was also suspended over alleged gross financial impropriety.

The House also dissolved all the standing committees inaugurated by the former speaker.

On Friday, Mrs Meranda, while presiding over plenary as Speaker, said the appointment of new officers arose from the change in the leadership of the House.

“The House has named Mr Temitope Adewale (APC-Ifako-Ijaiye 1) as the new Majority Leader, while Mr Adedamola Kasunmu (APC- Ikeja 1) is the new Deputy Majority Leader.

“This House has also named the Chief Whip, Mr Setonjo David (APC-Badagry 2), while the Deputy Chief Whip is now Mr Babatunde Saani (APC-Kosofe 2),” she said.

Before Mr Obasa’s impeachment, Mr Mojeed Adams was the Majority Leader, while Adedamola Kasunmu was the Deputy Leader.

Mr Mojeed Adams, the new Deputy Speaker, was the former Chief Whip, while Mr Setonji David was the Deputy Chief Whip.

Business Post reports that three lawmakers, primarily Mr Obasa, Mr Adams and Mr Akinsanya, were absent at the first plenary presided over by the new leadership.

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CBN Okays Inclusion of Three Directors to Fidelity Bank Board

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By Aduragbemi Omiyale

Fidelity Bank Plc has received the authorisation of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to appoint three directors to its board, a statement from the lender has disclosed.

Business Post reports that the bank picked Mr Abdullahi Sarki Mohammed as an independent non-executive director, Ms Obiaku Augusta Okam as a non-executive director, and Mr Sufiyanu Ibrahim Garba as an executive director, all effective January 14, 2025.

The company disclosed that the three directors were chosen to strengthen its leadership in a strategic move to sustain its impressive performance, as Mr Isa Mohammed Inuwa and Mr Chidi Agbapu retired from the board as an independent non-executive director and a non-executive director, respectively.

The chairman of Fidelity Bank, Mr Mustafa Chike-Obi, in a notice to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited, welcomed the appointees to the board and looked “forward to leveraging their extensive experience to drive the bank’s strategic objectives and further its growth trajectory.”

Mr Mohammed brings over 36 years of experience in financial services, public administration, and human resources development, having held key leadership and executive roles at prestigious institutions including First Bank of Nigeria Plc and Polaris Bank Limited. His extensive expertise encompasses banking, public service, and business advisory.

On her part, Ms Okam boasts more than 30 years of impressive experience across the banking, financial services, real estate, and retail sectors. Currently the Managing Director/CEO of Skycurve Nigeria Limited, she has held leadership positions at Zenith Bank Plc and Nigeria International Bank Limited (Citibank).

As for Mr Garba, he has over 30 years of multifunctional and cross-border experience at leading financial institutions in Nigeria and the United Kingdom including executive and leadership roles at prestigious financial and non-financial institutions such as Access Bank Plc, Union Bank of Nigeria Plc and Keystone Bank Limited. His career background spans banking, financial services, public service, general management and business origination across a broad range of segments.

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Institute Names Olam Agri as Top Employer in Nigeria, Switzerland, Eight Others

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By Modupe Gbadeyanka

A leading player in the agribusiness sector, Olam Agri, has been recognised as a Top Employer in Nigeria, Switzerland and eight other countries.

This recognition was from the Top Employers Institute, which is a global authority that recognises excellence in people’s practices.

It is the fifth straight year the company is named as a Top Employer in the African continent, highlighting its status as a global employer of choice.

“At Olam Agri, we foster a purpose-driven workplace where employees thrive. We empower our team to create meaningful contributions to our company, customers, communities, and the environment.

“Guided by our entrepreneurial spirit, we encourage ownership, innovation, and excellence. We embrace diversity and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed,” the Chief Human Resources Officer at Olam Agri, Sriram Subramanian, stated.

The other eight nations Olam Agri was recognised as a Top Employer are Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Mozambique, Senegal, South Africa, Australia, and The Netherlands.

The Top Employers Institute recognises an organisation’s dedication to a better world of work through excellent HR policies and people practices.

The programme has certified and recognised over 2,400 Top Employers in 125 countries/regions across five continents. The survey covers six HR domains consisting of 20 topics including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Wellbeing and more.

“Consistency in a not-so-consistent world? In a time of rapid change, where technological, economic, and social factors continually reshape our world, these extraordinary times bring out the best in people and organisations.

“This year’s Top Employers Certification Programme showcases the resilience of the certified Top Employers 2025, who consistently prioritise the growth and wellbeing of their people, as they enrich the world of work. We are proud to celebrate these people-first leaders and teams as the Top Employers for 2025!” the chief executive of Top Employers Institute, Mr David Plink stated.

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