ANAMBRA PARTICIPATES IN USTDA’S INTERNATIONAL DISCUSSIONS ON GLOBAL CYBERSECURITY
The Anambra State Government, under the leadership of Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo, is making significant strides in the technology sector.
According to Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata in the acknowledgment of Anambra’s dedication to a digital future, the Managing Director/CEO of Anambra State ICT Agency was chosen by the US Consulate in Lagos as part of the Reverse Trade Mission (RTM) Delegates on Cybersecurity. This selection highlights the Soludo administration’s commitment to establishing a digital Anambra, attracting collaborators and global attention.
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As part of a 9-member Nigerian delegation invited to the Access Africa: Nigeria and Ghana Financial Sector Cybersecurity Reverse Trade Mission (RTM) organized by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), the MD/CEO of Anambra State ICT Agency will be actively participating.
USTDA is an independent U.S. government agency focused on promoting economic development and U.S. commercial interests in developing and middle-income countries. The Reverse Trade Mission aims to facilitate collaboration between the United States and Nigeria/Ghana in financial sector cybersecurity.
Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, will represent the state government during engagements in Washington DC, New York, NY, and Silicon Valley, CA, from February 4th to 15th, 2024. The primary focus is to explore groundbreaking opportunities in the cybersecurity and finance sectors.
During the mission, Agbata will engage with U.S. companies globally, presenting Anambra State Government’s cybersecurity objectives, initiatives, and potential areas for collaboration.
Apart from presentations, the initiative provides networking opportunities for Agbata and other participants to connect, exchange ideas, and explore partnerships, showcasing Anambra’s commitment to fostering international relationships and driving ICT innovation.
The mission involves visits to numerous organizations in multiple cities across New York, DC, and Silicon Valley, CA.
Other members of the 9-member delegation from Nigeria include Mr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Dr. Olufemi Adeluyi from the National Talent Export Programme (NATEP), Mr. Tunbosun Alake, Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Mr. Chibuzo Efobi, Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. John Mago, Sterling bank, Mr. Oladejo Olawunmi, Director, Infrastructure Solutions, and Mr. Romaric Sia, Chief Security Officer, United Bank for Africa, PLC.
Anambra State’s active involvement in shaping the global landscape of cybersecurity and finance is truly commendable.
News Source: Techeconomy
