The Senator representing Kogi Central and Chairman, Senate Committee on ICT/Cybercrime, Senator Yakubu Oseni has hinted that the suspended training for all civil servants of the federation on ICT/cyber security will resume online.
Recall that the lawmaker had on 20th March, 2020 announced the immediate suspension of the trainings which were hitherto ongoing in physical classes. The training commenced in Kogi State and on final lapse of completion while Kano, Kaduna, Anambra, Cross River, and Enugu were ready to commence theirs before the suspension.
However, the lawmaker in his determination not to be deterred by the novel COVID-19 pandemic has called for the resumption of the training online just as he gave opportunity to those who are yet to register to do so on or before 22nd July, 2020.
Senator Oseni further noted that his office is still in active partnership with Advanced Cisco Networks and Wireless Communication Center Limited and Meridian Technologies, stressing that the programme is open to all willing civil or public servants in the 774 Local Government Areas of the country.
Meanwhile, the Managing Director of Advanced Cisco Networks and Wireless Communication Center Limited, Mr Ali Omeiza Anakara has assured that the online training would be interesting and skill-impacting, adding that it would also feature delivery of training manuals respective states/LGAs across the country for onward delivery to participants.
He said “All civil servants in the country are therefore encouraged to key into the program. It should be noted that all the 36 states’ Heads of Services and relevant offices are aware of the training and relevant information/guidance could be obtained from them”.
To apply, send your details (Name, State of residence, LGA of residence and WhatsApp Number) to any of the following lines via SMS or WhatsApp (09050073749, 09057164451, 09037326505 ).
Training will commence on 22/7/2020.
He concluded that, Advanced Cisco and Wireless Communication is determined to bring technology closer to the people.
