In continuation of the groundbreaking and giant strides being made by the Governor Chukwuma Soludo-led Anambra State Government, in the realm of technology, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Anambra ICT Agency, Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, has been selected by the US Consulate Lagos as part of the Reverse Trade Mission (RTM) Delegates on Cybersecurity.
The latest development is in recognition of the Anambra State government’s commitment to a digital future, underscoring the Soludo administration’s commitment to delivering a digital Anambra that attracts collaborators and global attention.
The Anambra State ICT Agency boss is part of a 9-man Nigerian delegation invited to the Access Africa: Nigeria and Ghana Financial Sector Cybersecurity Reverse Trade Mission (RTM) organised by the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA).
The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is an independent U.S. government agency that promotes economic development and U.S. commercial interests in developing and middle-income countries.
One of its key objectives is to link U.S. businesses to export opportunities by facilitating partnerships and connections with overseas projects.
USTDA is organising the Reverse Trade Mission to foster collaboration between the United States and Nigeria/Ghana in financial sector cybersecurity.
From February 4th to 15th, 2024, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, will represent the state government in engagements across Washington DC, New York, NY, and Silicon Valley, CA, with the focus being on exploring groundbreaking opportunities in the cybersecurity and finance sectors.
During this mission, Agbata will collaborate globally with U.S. companies, presenting the Anambra State Government’s cybersecurity objectives, initiatives, and avenues for collaboration.
Beyond presentations, the initiative offers networking opportunities for Agbata and other participants to connect, exchange ideas, and explore partnerships, showcasing Anambra’s commitment to fostering international relationships and ICT innovation.
The mission involves visits to over a dozen organisations in multiple cities of New York, DC, and Silicon Valley, CA, respectively.
Other members of the 9-man delegation from Nigeria include Mr. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA); Dr. Olufemi Adeluyi of the National Talent Export Programme, NATEP; and Mr. Tunbosun Alake, Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology.
Others are Mr. Chibuzo Efobi, Director at Central Bank of Nigeria; Mr. John Mago of Sterling bank; Mr. Oladejo Olawunmi, Director, Infrastructure Solutions; and Mr. Romaric Sia, Chief Security Officer, United Bank for Africa, PLC.
Anambra State’s active role in shaping the future of cybersecurity and finance on the global stage has been described as commendable.