Also speaking at the Conference, a Professor of Communication Engineering, Department of Electrical and Information Engineering, Covenant University, Professor A. A. A. Atayero, presented a paper on the topic “Relationship between ICT Education and Knowledge Economy in Africa.”

Professor Atayero said advancement in the technology and techniques of effective transmission of information has engendered an improvement in the wellbeing of humans. “The Internet, Computers and Telephony have been major drivers of this advancement.”

According to him, educating a Nation’s populace adequately to become proficient and skillful in exploiting the ICT will enhance the economy’s preparedness for Knowledge Economy. “Education is a catalyst for growth. Without adequate and relevant technical education, no Nation or Region can benefit from emerging Knowledge Economy,” he said.

Experts Advocate African Development through ICT and Knowledge Economy
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