About NCS

...advancing the Development of Computing and Information Technology in Nigeria

The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) is umbrella and the premier body of all Computing and Information Technology (IT) professionals, interest groups, and stakeholders in Nigeria. The core mission is to advance the science and practice of computing and information technology in Nigeria, catering to practitioners at all levels. NCS aims to drive the growth and development of the IT sector, advocating for policies, and providing a platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Founded in 1978 as Computer Association of Nigeria (COAN); and Transformed into NCS in 2002 as a result of harmonization with other stakeholder and interest groups. The Nigeria Computer Society has a long and illustrious history of promoting Computing and Information Technology in Nigeria.

Over the years, NCS has grown significantly in membership and influence, making substantial contributions to the IT landscape in Nigeria.

NCS plays a crucial role in the development of the IT sector in Nigeria. By fostering a community of professionals, advocating for progressive policies, and promoting knowledge sharing and professional development, NCS continues to drive the advancement of information technology in the country. Its dedication to excellence and innovation ensures that Nigeria remains at the forefront of the global IT landscape.

Our Aim

Advancement of Computing and Information Technology Education and Practice in Nigeria

Strategic Objectives:


Promotion of the education and training of Computer & Information Scientists, Computer Engineers, Information Architects and Information Technology & Systems Professionals.

Actively encourage research in the advancement of Computer & Information Science, Information Technology & Systems, and practice; and disseminate results of scientific works carried out in industry, military and education sectors.

To promote the interchange of information about the sciences and arts of information processing and management among specialists and the public.

To develop the competence of members and encourage integrity among members who are engaged in the practice of Computing, and to uphold the ethics of the profession as contained in the Code of Conduct and the Code of Practice of the Society.

To promote and protect the professional interests of its members.

To advise members, governments, other competent authorities and the general public, on national and international policy matters affecting the computing, information & systems technology industry.

To build global affiliations, to cooperate with similar professional organizations throughout the world, and to receive, render or reciprocate such services as are beneficial to and consistent with the objectives of the Society.

To position as the sole representative of members of the Society in all negotiations and consultations with the Federal, State and Local governments and their agencies on matters of policy affecting the conduct and practice of the computing and information technology & systems profession and industry.

To contribute to the formulation of polices, and the development and assessment of educational and training curricula relating to the profession.

To recognise and advance the interests of gender, the handicapped and other disadvantaged groups as enshrined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as relates to the information and computing society.

To advocate for the recognition by Government of that complex of issues and concepts subsumed in the “Digital Divide”.

Collaborate with relevant governments, institutions and organisations in proffering solutions to the issues of the “Digital Divide”.

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