The Cross River State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (CRSMEDA) has officially introduced the recently commissioned Calabar ICT Hub to the tech community in Cross River State through a networking event tagged “Techies Connect.” The event brought together local tech professionals to also strengthen the state’s tech ecosystem and share updates on the new facility.
The Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Cross River State Microfinance and Enterprise Development Agency (CRSMEDA), Great Ogban, stated that the Calabar ICT Hub is a strategic initiative by the state government to harness the potential of tech entrepreneurs in the region.
The event’s agenda included a guided tour of the newly commissioned hub and a mini-ideation session. Attendees also received a presentation on the hub’s objectives from its manager, Ekuri Ekuri Asu.
The Cross River State ICT Hub is a state-of-the-art facility designed to support local innovation. It features a fully equipped 100-person workstation, complete with desktop computers, high-speed internet, and a reliable 24-hour power supply.
The ICT Hub is located at the State library which was newly commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria. The ICT centre is equipped with modernize facilities to foster the development of tech skills and innovation
The DG CRS-MEDA, Mr Great Ogban urge Cross Riverians to use this opportunity to develop their tech skills as much as the state look forward to partner with external institutions on tech development in building the skills of Cross Riverians.
