In fulfillment of his pledge to support
the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) scholarship programme, the chairman of
Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Jim Ovia has doled out the sum of N15.75 million for the
season 2, reports ITRealms.
Confirming this
to ITRealms in Lagos, the President,
Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) and organisers of NITMA, President, Prof.
Adesola Aderounmu, said, again that Mr. Ovia, has funded scholarship
awards this year, just like he did last year.
According to him, the scholarship would
be awarded to some 35 students studying Computer and Information Technology (IT)
related courses in Nigeria Universities.
“In line with his commitment at the 2015
NITMA event, he committed N15.75million to the scheme in 2016 and now again in
2017,” NCS President said.
He also said that Ovia, a former
President of the Nigeria Internet Group (NIG) has shown dedication to the
progressive of NCS and moreso, the youths who are going to be leaders in the IT
industry in the near future.
Prof. Aderounmu expressed gratitude
from the entire NCS membership for his kind, noble and generous heart.
“His dedication to IT education and
human capital is undeniable and worthy of emulation. May God continue to keep
and bless him,” he said.
Further, NCS president, revealed to
ITRealms that the interest groups of society would be using the forthcoming
Nigeria IT Merit Award (NITMA) scheduled at MUSON Centre, Onikan-Lagos, to also
present their awards within their areas.
Just as long service awards will be
given to NCS Secretariat staff who have meet the requirements and demonstrated
diligence and commitment in carrying out their functions.
“IT is critical to enabling economic
recovery and growth as well as achieving sustainable development. All who
desire progress should work with NCS to recognize, honour and reward those that
are doing great work. The society not just NCS should reward them for their
impact, service and untiring efforts,” he said.
NCS, he said, must encourage those in the
IT environment who are using their knowledge, creativity and resourcefulness to
develop local technology solutions that are so essential to the drive for socio
economic, growth, recovery and development.
“NCS calls on you to celebrate them
because this is about progress and the future of our nation. The NITMA event is
a strong and purposeful indication of our commitment to celebrating talent and highlighting
the innovation, excellence, vision, and dedication of individuals and
organizations within the IT industry and community,” Prof. Aderounmu said.
Even as he said, NCS appreciates all
its members and strategic partners who have been supporting the realization of the
NCS mission and vision.
“The media comes in for special
mention. You are to be saluted for your interest and commitment to this most
worthy cause,” NCS president said.
Chuks Egbune/GEE
Pix: NCS President, Prof. Aderounmu and Mr. Jim Ovia
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