National Conference 2016

Preamble

Security is one of the most critical issues in Nigeria. In the 21st century, nations invest in Information Technology as the key enabler for National Security. The 26th National Conference will provide a multi-stakeholder forum to examine pertinent considerations in achieving IT enabled Security to advance and achieve Sustainable Development. Engagement opportunities will be explored during the Conference to present and develop effective strategies, creative approaches and practical solutions. The Conference intends to bring together academics, innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs, IT practitioners, policy makers in government and business people.

Theme: Information Technology for National Safety and Security

Sub themes:

1. National Database – Integral to National Security
2. Information Technology and the National Security Strategy
3. Universal Broadband Access – the Security Imperative
4. Information Technology as an Indispensable Security Tool – Terrorism in Focus
5. Smart Governance and Anti-Corruption through Information Technology
6. National Security Dimension of Youth Innovation and Software Development
7. Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare and CyberSecurity
8. Digital Human Capital Requirements in the 21st Century
9. Social, Mobile, Analytics (Big Data) and Cloud Computing (SMAC)

Conference Highlights:

• Official Opening and Keynotes
• Plenary and Parallel Sessions
• Technical Sessions
• Seminars
• Research Consortium
• Induction of New Members
• Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Platform
• Exhibition and Products Launch
• Public Sector ICT Showcase
• IT Competitions
• Fellows’ Forum
• Annual General Meeting

Registration Fees:

Early Bird: Ends on April 30, 2016
Member	N40,000.00
Non Member	N45,000.00
Member Corporate	N37,500.00/Delegate (Minimum of 4 Delegates)
Non Member Corporate	N40,000.00/Delegate Minimum of 4 Delegates
NACOSS/NYSC NCS Registered Only	N15,000.00

Mid Bird: Ends July 08, 2016
Member	N45,000.00
Non Member	N50,000.00
Member Corporate	N42,500.00/Delegate (Minimum of 4 Delegates)
Non Member Corporate	N45,000.00/Delegate (Minimum of 4 Delegates)
NACOSS/NYSC NCS Registered Only	N15,000.00

Late Bird: After July 8, 2016
Member	N50,000.00
Non Member	N55,000.00
Member Corporate	N47,500.00/Delegate (Minimum of 4 Delegates)
Non Member Corporate	N50,000.00/Delegate (Minimum of 4 Delegates)
NACOSS/NYSC NCS Registered Only	N15,000.00

 International Delegates: $250/Delegate (Conference registration only)

Authors: N38,000.00 (Registration and a printed copy of the Conference Proceedings. One Author per accepted papers only).

•            Download the Brochure Here

Mode of Registration: Strictly Online

Registration is strictly online through the website www.ncs.org.ng (Members must Log-in to their profiles before completing the registration).

Cancellation:

• Request received on or before July 8^th, 2016: 50% refund
• Request received after July 8^th, 2016: No refund

All cancellation requests should be sent to the Executive Secretary, Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), National Head Office, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos State

The registration fee entitles you to:

• Conference materials – Bag, Proceedings (Soft Copy in CDs only), Writing Materials, Identification Badge etc
• Attend all Plenary and Breakout Sessions
• Attend opening and Closing Ceremonies
• Daily Lunch

Note: Printed copies of the Conference Proceedings will be available on sale at the rate of N2,500.00/copy.

Membership Induction Ceremony:

Induction of newly registered Professionals and issuance of membership certificate will come up during the Conference on July 29, 2016 at the Conference venue. Accreditation of inductees will commence on Tuesday 26^th July, 2016 at the same venue.

Exhibition and Advertisement Rates:

The 26^th National Conference provides opportunities for corporate organizations to showcase their products and services during the Conference by placement of advertisement in the event brochure or exhibition.

 Advertisement:           

• Cover Pages N250,000.00 (Only 3 spaces available)
• Inner Pages N200,000.00

Exhibition: N150,000.00/Exhibition Space

International Exhibitors: $1,000.00/Exhibition Space

Note: 15% discount on all rates for financially up-to-date Corporate Members only

Accommodation:

On accommodation, special discounts have been obtained in all rates in some hotels not too far away from the Conference Venue. Provisions are also in place for shuttle buses between the hotels and Conference venue daily. Visit www.ncs.org.ngfor list of the hotels and rates.

For Further Enquiry on Registration, Sponsorship, Advertisement, Contact:

The National Secretariat: Plot 10, Otunba Jobi Fele Way, Behind MKO Abiola Gardens, Alausa, Ikeja – Lagos.

Tel: +234(0)17744600 | E-mail: conferences@ncs.org.ng

Taiwo on +234(0)8098647348| taiwo@ncs.org.ng or Goke on +234(0)8033475299|goke@ncs.org.ng

Abuja Office: Plot 1321, Aderemi Adesoji Street, Cadastral Zone B1, by Hot FM, Gudu District, Abuja

Sunday on +234(0)7033020271, 09-2907287 | Sunday@ncs.org.ng