In a bid to bolster data security measures, the Information Communication Technology (ICT) Unit of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) joined forces with Switch Solutions Limited, an esteemed Information Technology company, to conduct a comprehensive one-day training session.
Held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at the Technology Orientation Centre in Abuja, the workshop aimed to empower NASENI staff with crucial expertise in data privacy and protection.
Professor DanShehu Gwadangaji, the Coordinating Director of the Engineering Infrastructure Directorate, lauded the initiative as he stressed the contemporary global significance of data protection, particularly in an era dominated by globalization.
He underscored the importance of staying abreast of evolving data security protocols and extended his best wishes to the participants for a fruitful learning experience.
During the event, Engr. Dr. Olayode Olasupo, the Director of the Manufacturing Services Department within the Engineering Infrastructure Directorate, conveyed gratitude on behalf of NASENI to the agency’s EVC/CEO, Mr. Khalil Halilu, for greenlighting the training initiative.
He further expressed appreciation to Switch Solutions Limited for their collaboration, emphasizing the pivotal role of capacity building in equipping staff with the requisite tools and skills for efficient data collection and processing.
The training session served as a proactive measure to align NASENI with contemporary data protection standards, reflecting the agency’s commitment to safeguarding sensitive information in an increasingly digitized environment.
Through strategic partnerships and targeted training initiatives, NASENI continues to reinforce its position as a leader in technological innovation while prioritizing the security and integrity of its data assets.