Friday, October 6, 2023

Encryption Advocates Webinar Series: Is it important?

 The most important aspect of the Encryption Advocates Webinar Series is that it provides a platform for experts in the field of encryption to share their knowledge and insights with a wider audience. This is important because encryption is a complex topic, and it is essential that people have access to accurate and up-to-date information about it.

The webinar series covers a wide range of topics related to encryption, including:

  • The basics of encryption and how it works
  • Different types of encryption algorithms and their strengths and weaknesses
  • How to use encryption to protect your data in different contexts, such as online communication, data storage, and device security
  • The latest developments in the field of encryption

The webinars are also an opportunity for people to ask questions and get expert advice on specific encryption challenges they may be facing. This can be especially helpful for individuals and organizations that are new to encryption or are looking to improve their existing security posture.

In addition to providing educational resources, the Encryption Advocates Webinar Series also plays an important role in advocating for the use of encryption. The webinars help to raise awareness of the benefits of encryption and the importance of protecting our data. They also challenge common misconceptions about encryption and the potential risks associated with its use.

Overall, the Encryption Advocates Webinar Series is an important resource for anyone who wants to learn more about encryption or who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field. The webinars are also a valuable tool for advocating for the use of encryption and protecting our data.

Saturday, September 9, 2023

THE MINISTRY AND OTHER KEY INDUSTRY LEADERS TO SPEAK AT NIGF2023.

 For many Nigerians, the aftermath of the rapid digital transformation that has occurred globally due to the COVID-19 pandemic 3 years ago has exposed the importance of the Internet and digital technologies as a critical part of daily living. Hence, the necessity for internet stakeholders in Nigeria to deliberate on the theme: “Towards a Secure and Inclusive Digital Future for Nigeria: Balancing Regulation, Cybersecurity, and Emerging Technologies”.

As digital transformation evolves, the focus from the business, technological and policy communities is shifting from understanding the effect and impact of the global speed of Internet development, especially emerging technologies on our daily lives and activities; to working towards a secure Internet that works for everyone, highlighting the rights, responsibilities and opportunities for all stakeholders, including women and the youth.

In a statement issued by the Chair of the Nigeria Internet Governance Forum Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Group (NIGF MAG), Mr. Adesola Akinsanya confirmed that the forthcoming annual Edition of the Nigeria Internet Governance Forum (NIGF), organized by the NIGF-MAG, will be a hybrid experience and holds on the 13th and 14th of September 2023, at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Complex, Mbora, Abuja.

The NIGF-MAG which comprises of stakeholders from the Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy (FMCDE), National Information Technology

Development Agency (NITDA), Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), Internet Society Nigeria Chapter (ISOC NG), DigitalSENSE Africa Media (DSA), in partnership with other local Internet Stakeholders, invites all Internet stakeholders in the Nigerian Internet Ecosystem to join these discussions to advance digital transformation in Nigeria along with the Government.

Among the lineup of eminent speakers for the NIGF 2023 is the office of the Honorable Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy,

The Minister is expected to deliver the Keynote Address. Also, there will be a high-level panel discussion on the overarching theme: Towards a Secure and Inclusive Digital Future for Nigeria: Balancing Regulation, Cybersecurity, and Emerging Technologies.

Other confirmed speakers for the NIGF2023 include Mr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi- Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (N.I.T.D.A); Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta- Executive Vice-Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (N.C.C); Dr. William Alo – Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy; Mrs. Elena Scaramuzzi of Cullen International, Belgium; Mr. Segun Olugbile- Director – Global Network for Cybersolution; Mrs. Sade Dada- Connectivity & Innovation Policy Manager, Africa, Meta Inc. ; amongst other distinguished persons.

In reaction to the event, the President of the Association of Information and Communication Technology on Local Content (ICTLOCA) Mr. Gbolahan Awonuga, praised the MAG for keeping the Ecosystem alive and influencing the general impact on government, civil society, and the international space. He urged the Minister, Dr. Bosun Tijan, to use the NiGF Platform to access professionals around Innovation and Artificial Intelligence. He strongly stated the need to advocate for an Innovation Strategy to spike the nation’s digital economy.

Following the recorded success of previous years, the NIGF 2023 will be an interesting event, given the array of this year’s lineup as seen on our website at https://igf.ng/nigf_2023/

Members of the public from the Private Sector, Government, Civil Society, Intergovernmental Organisations, Academia as well as Internet end-users are encouraged to register and attend the event live on the NIGF event website at https://igf.ng/nigf_2023/   and all her social media platforms (@NigeriaIGF). Registration and attendance is free. Upon registration, participants will receive event notifications and updates, free access to the digital edition of the event’s report, and more.

The events for the 13th of September 2023 are dedicated to the Youth and Women. Whilst the main event will be held on the 14th of September 2023, when Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, Chairperson of Nigeria Internet Governance Forum-Multistakeholder Advisory Group (NIGF-MAG) will welcome internet stakeholders to the NIGF 2023.

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Mr. Nigeria International 2023 Camp kicks-off; Voting begins.

It was Monday, April 24, 2023.

Champions in their own rights from across the states of the Federal Republic of Nigeria travelled against the weather to come to the city of opportunities and re-write the history of their pageantry journey to stardom.

Brendance and Crusader Limited (BCL) is a fully integrated event management company, privately owned by Ambassador (Dr.) Brendan Nsikak. It is ranked, by project in top 10% of its industry. Formed in 1999, registered May 26, 2005, it focusses on emerging growth opportunities within the Entertainment Industry, using Information and Communication Technologies. It launched its Android App on the Google Play Store in 2021.

This year, Mr. Nigeria International (MRNI), the Evolution Edition, promises to display more of our Cultural Heritage, bringing out the real African in us. it's going to be an unusual pageant like never before.

Bags packed, hopes high, men of great determination made it to the host city, Lagos to ensure that the battle to crown the next Mr. Nigeria International (MRNI), becomes a reality. The Eleventh Edition by BCL is also a first of its kind, considering that its was customary to have a mixed camp until 2022. The change is to ensure that the brand focuses on the development of its models, champions to deliver, locally, nationally, regional and globally.

The Final unveiling of the Thirteen (13) candidates was unveiled today, Monday, April 24, 2023, at the Poise Mansion by 11.59 pm. Voting has commenced. The finalist has begun the campaign to ensure the race is won by one to be crowned at the Canyon Event Centre, Lekki, Lagos State on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Green Carpet commences by 5.00 pm. The main event starts by 7.00 pm, prompt.

The camp, under the management of the Pageant Manager, Alex Akharume, is scheduled to hold for seven (7) days, with facilitators from all professional walks of the entertainment to ensure capacity building skills enhancement, talks on leadership management, tailored workshops to boost business acumen and representation of the Arts and Crafts of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Candidates will be groomed to develop business proposal apart from the etiquette of a Cultural Ambassador.

At the grand finale, the Managing Partner and CEO of KOBOKINGs Limited, Adebunmi Adeola Akinbo hinted that the brand will honour its patrons, past awardees and giants of industries. It promises to be a moment to strengthen our unity in diversity, promoting peace and culture, encouraging tourism, and bringing value to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

At the end of the camp, the final will produce three kings from the last thirteen (13) Contestants. They will be representing Nigeria in the Mr. United Nations (Florida), Mr. World Heritage (India), and Mr. Ultra-Continental. The winner walks away with One Million, Five Hundred Naira, Aviation Scholarship, Pastoral Wine Ambassador, CopNOW Ambassador and other consolation prizes.

Officially, fans and supporters of contestant are expected to start voting till the end of the night of the final. The voting platform is https://mrni.mrandmissnigintl.org.ng/vote.

Watch the livestream on https://www.youtube.ng/@mrandmissnigintl