In a hall filled with hope, reflection, and the weight of responsibility, the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) welcomed a new chapter as Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, president of the society, was sworn-in, for a second term in office.
He, in turn, officially inaugurated the new Executive Council of the Society.
The atmosphere was more than ceremonial; it was a reminder of the journey of Nigeria’s foremost IT body and the collective dream of a stronger digital future.
Taking the podium, Dr. Aliyu urged the incoming officers to see their oath not just as words spoken, but as a pledge to service, unity, and innovation.
“Wisdom lies in the ability to harness our diversity for collective growth,” he said, underscoring the importance of collaboration and openness to counsel.
He saluted the outgoing Exco, whose years of dedication, he noted, had set a pace of progress worth building upon.
But the day was not just about the present; it was also about the wisdom of the past. Elders of the society, guardians of its history, stepped forward to guide the new team.
Dr. Chris Nwannenna, former NCS president, reflected on milestones like the establishment of the NCS Secretariat in 2007, urging the new leaders to sustain the legacy of those before them. His words echoed the value of continuity and reverence for institutional memory.
Adding her voice, Mrs. Veronica Ola Owolabi, provost of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), reminded the executives that leadership extends beyond electoral victory. “Gather data, seek counsel, and build bridges with those who came before you,” she advised, emphasizing humility and preparation as cornerstones of leadership.
From another elder, Alhaji Ladi Ogunneye, came a sober reminder: NCS was founded as a unifying body for all IT professionals.
He cautioned against internal conflicts spilling into the courts, calling instead for harmony, constructive dialogue, and collective responsibility.
Congratulatory messages poured in from allied bodies as well. Mr. Abioye Bimbo, president of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON), celebrated the moment and encouraged members to rally behind the new team.
Mr. Iyiola Ayoola, president of the Information Technology Systems and Security Professionals (ITSSP), painted a picture of a society still evolving, urging the executives to remain resilient and deliberate in shaping a future beyond their tenure.
Crowning the counsel of the day, Chief Babatunde Ezichi, chairman of the NCS Board of Trustees, offered a timeless lesson: leadership requires patience, what he called “elastic patience.”
He urged the leaders to embody tolerance, inclusiveness, and teamwork, virtues he said would carry them through inevitable challenges.
As the ceremony closed, one thing was clear: the torch of leadership had been passed not only with celebration but also with the weight of expectation.
The new executives stands at the intersection of legacy and future, charged to carry forward the vision of unity, service, and technological advancement for Nigeria’s IT community.
The new executives were elected during NCS’ AGM as part of activities at this year’s International Conference held in Kano State.
