After the swearing in ceremony of the new National Executive Council, the board proceeded on a courtesy visit to the Hon. Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs. Omobola Johnson. This visit was a part of the strategy developed by the new board to visit all the necessary parastatals and government agencies to develop cordial relationships with them for the growth of the industry.

The ITAN President, Engr. (Mrs.) Seriki intimated the Minister with the plans made by the NEC on how to strengthen the association and the industry. She also spoke on ITAN’s willingness to work with the Ministry to develop policies that will lead to sustainable growth within the ICT industry.

She also touched on the need to promote the manufacturing industry in Nigeria, citing examples of China which had different regions dedicated to the manufacture of specialized components and equipment and how such ideas can help the industry.

The Honourable Minister of Communication Technology, Mrs. Omobola Johnson thanked the delegation for their visit and also stated her willingness to work with ITAN. She however stated that individual sacrifices needed to be made for the good of the industry. She also advised that ITAN make the public aware of the benefits of membership with the association in order to generate interest and Mrs. Seriki responded by revealing plans for an updated web presence to help showcase ITAN to the world.

The Minister also charged the NEC of ITAN to work closely with CPN in improving the standard of ICT education in the country, as she noted that the current curriculum in schools could have a negative impact of the future of the ICT industry if it wasn’t improved upon.