The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commissioned a state-of-the-art ICT Park at the University of Ibadan (UI), solidifying its commitment to creating an enabling environment for Nigeria’s ICT sector.
The facility is part of a broader initiative that includes six flagship digital infrastructure projects across the country, aimed at promoting innovation and strengthening research capacity.
According to Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, the ICT Park is designed to be a “one-stop hub for innovation,” supporting emerging technologies and nurturing homegrown digital solutions that address Nigeria’s unique challenges.
The ICT Park is poised to become a powerhouse for innovation, research, and entrepreneurship in the Southwest region, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey. Engr. Abraham Osadami, Head of Technical Standards at the NCC and an alumnus of the university, highlighted the strategic importance of choosing UI for the project.
He noted that the university’s historic role in advancing education and research in Nigeria made it an ideal location for the ICT Park. Osadami urged the university community to take ownership of the facility, describing it as a “spark for a digital revolution.”
The facility is equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure, including high-capacity computers, intelligent networking systems, a multipurpose hall, and collaborative workspaces. These resources are designed to support developments in areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and other emerging technologies.
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, hailed the commissioning as a defining moment for the institution, describing the ICT Park as a “beacon of progress” and a “transformative gift” to Nigeria’s premier university.
Prof. Adebowale noted that the ICT Park would help bridge the digital divide, transform teaching and learning, and foster collaborative efforts to tackle global challenges. He emphasized that the investment was not just in UI but in Nigeria’s future, as the country prepares for the digital industrial revolution.
The ICT Park features a range of facilities, including a 100-seat main hall, ICT hub halls, a lounge with computer workstations, and incubation centers. The Executive Director of ICT at the university, Mrs. Abiodun Alao, expressed gratitude to the NCC for its interventions, which have significantly enhanced digital capacity, learning infrastructure, and the institution’s international competitiveness.
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