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Empowering Women in Plateau State: Zeustech Solution Launches Jumm.ai
In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering women in Plateau State, Zeustech Solution has launched Jumm.ai, a program designed to equip women, particularly the younger generation, with the skills needed to understand and utilize artificial intelligence (AI) in building profitable businesses. The launch event, attended by esteemed dignitaries including Professor Obed Gossele Nanjul, the Honourable Commissioner of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation Plateau State, and Mrs Caroline Panglang Dafur, the Honourable Commissioner of Women Affairs Plateau State, heralded a new era of technological advancement and gender inclusivity in the region.
Professor Obert Gossele Nanjul, speaking on the aims of the program, emphasized the importance of empowering women in alignment with the vision of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang. The program, supported by a grant from Microsoft.org, not only elevates the status of Plateau State but also Nigeria as a whole, being the sole recipient of this grant in Africa.
Mrs Caroline Panglang Dafur highlighted the significance of the training in AI for women and girls, stressing its potential to catalyze business growth and ensure that Plateau women remain competitive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. With plans to train up to 5000 women and young girls in tech, the initiative underscores the commitment of the Plateau State government to gender equality and digital literacy.
The CEO and founder of Zeustech IC Solution Mr Timothy Dakey elucidated the rationale behind choosing Plateau State for the pilot program. With a personal connection to the state and a desire to contribute to its development, Zeustech aims to leverage AI training to enhance e-governance and foster economic growth, particularly among marginalized groups such as women.
Suleyo Sandra Ase, a civil servant turned tech enthusiast, expressed gratitude for the training provided by Zeustech. Armed with newfound knowledge in e-commerce and digital marketing, Sandra exemplifies the transformative impact of the Jumm.ai program, highlighting its potential to not only empower individual women but also uplift entire communities.
The testimonies from participants like Sandra underscore the tangible benefits of initiatives like Jumm.ai in bridging the digital divide and empowering women to thrive in the digital economy. As Plateau State embarks on this journey of technological empowerment, the collaboration between government, private sector, and civil society sets a promising precedent for inclusive development and innovation.
BY NKECHI NAECHE -ESEZOBOR—The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially inaugurated a new committee dedicated to fast-tracking the countrywide migration to Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6). The establishment of this specialized board, which took place during an industry event in Ikeja, Lagos, marks a decisive regulatory effort to modernize the nation’s digital infrastructure and secure its electronic future.
A prominent telecom executive, Olusola Teniola of ipNX, has been appointed to the newly formed panel. He joins a distinguished group of private sector pioneers and public sector representatives, including Funke Opeke, panel chairman Muhammed Rudman, vice chairman Chris Uwaje, Mary Uduma, Gbenga Adebayo, Lanre Ajayi, and Latif Ladid. Together, this collaborative body will work alongside key government institutions to oversee the technological shift.
Reflecting on the initiative, Teniola emphasized that upgrading the nation’s internet framework is an immediate necessity rather than a long-term goal. He noted that with skyrocketing data usage and the rapid proliferation of next-generation technologies like 5G, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT), Nigeria must build a scalable, secure, and globally competitive foundation to support its expanding digital economy.
The newly formed committee is charged with a comprehensive mandate, which includes drafting a national deployment blueprint, monitoring adoption metrics, and providing regular progress updates. Additionally, the team will focus on overcoming existing structural bottlenecks, enhancing local technical capacity, and recommending policy incentives to encourage universal participation.
Achieving widespread implementation will require deep alignment across network operators, internet service providers, corporate enterprises, academia, and state authorities. Industry leaders stress that this transition is a collective responsibility, requiring deliberate investment in public awareness and skill development to ensure Nigeria remains a frontrunner in the global digital landscape.
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The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has partnered with Abia State Government to safeguard economic activities, mitigate risks, and enhance investors’ confidence.
The Commissioner for Insurance and Chief Executive Officer of NAICOM, Olusegun Omosehin, said this when he led a delegation to Governor Alex Otti of Abia in Umuahia on Monday.
Mr Omosehin, in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja, underscored that a robust insurance system was fundamental to protecting business investments and securing livelihoods across critical sectors of the Abia economy.
Highlighting recent reforms, the commissioner assured Mr Otti and his Executive Council that the newly established Insurance Policyholders’ Protection Fund (IPPF) would reinforce industry stability.
Mr Omosehin explained that the Fund, instituted by NAICOM under the provisions of NIIRA2025, was designed to safeguard policyholders’ interests.
He also assured that the Fund would ensure prompt and equitable settlement of valid claims, thereby strengthening consumer trust and market confidence.
He quoted Mr Otti as commending NAICOM’s leadership for the progress achieved in the insurance sector.
Mr Otti pledged his administration’s support in fostering a sustainable partnership with the insurance industry to enhance risk management.
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The NAICOM delegation included the Deputy Commissioner (Finance & Administration), Ekerete Gam-Ikon, alongside presidents and senior executives from the Nigerian Council of Registered Insurance Brokers.
Others in the delegation were representatives of Nigerian Insurers Association, Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria and the Institute of Loss Adjusters of Nigeria.
(NAN)
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