The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and Galaxy Backbone will spearhead discussions on eGovernance at the upcoming Nigeria eGovernment Summit, scheduled for September 20, 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lagos.
The summit, organised by DigiServe Network Services Limited, is themed “Transforming Governance with Technology for Improved Economy.” It aims to advance the adoption of eGovernment practices and share strategies for their effective implementation.
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Promoting eGovernance and Strategic Partnerships
The annual summit enables the government to leverage technology for more accessible and productive governance. It seeks to provide recommendations on policies that can drive government processes and benefit citizens, design strategies for implementing eGovernment initiatives, and foster mutually beneficial relationships between the government and technology service providers.
The goal is to positively impact citizens and the Nigerian economy and encourage the adoption of the right technologies in governance through collaboration between the public and private sectors.
This year’s event will feature panel sessions, presentations, and technology products and services exhibitions. The summit will gather government officials, industry leaders, and international experts to share knowledge and best practices in eGovernance.
Insights from Industry Leaders
Engr. Lanre Ajayi, Executive Chairman of DigiServe Network Services and convener of The Nigeria eGovernment Summit, emphasised the event’s importance. “We carefully chose the theme for this year’s summit and assembled seasoned speakers to discuss how the government can leverage emerging technologies to enhance governance at all levels,” Ajayi said.
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He noted that the summit is expected to produce actionable outcomes, with recommendations from the discussions being sent as a communiqué to appropriate government authorities for implementation.
Ajayi also highlighted the summit’s benefits, including strengthening speaker participation. Speakers will brainstorm with industry leaders in the Nigerian market, showcase thought leadership in the eGovernment sector, and provide opportunities for networking with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
The summit will include panel sessions on connectivity, international best practices, digital transformation, people’s expectations, and cybersecurity. It will also include presentations from top government officials, industry experts, and international specialists and demonstrations of technology products and services. Networking opportunities with key stakeholders and decision-makers will be a significant event component.
Notable participants confirmed for this year’s summit include Engr. Bisoye Coker-Odusote, Director General of NIMC; Dr Vincent Olatunji, Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC); Adepoju Adeyanju, MD/CEO of Galaxy Backbone; and Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), among others. Their involvement underscores the summit’s significance as a platform for driving eGovernance initiatives in Nigeria.