Nigeria: New Hybrid Data Center to Boost Student Learning in Nigeria
Apr 18, 2023 | Posted by Abdul-Rahman Oladimeji
The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has commissioned a new hybrid data center at the Delta State Polytechnic, Oghara. The new facility is expected to provide students with access to the latest technology and help improve their learning experience. According to the President of NAPS, Comrade Mohammed Eneji, the commissioning of the data center is a significant step towards bridging the digital divide between Nigeria and the rest of the world. He also noted that the facility would help students in their research work and enable them to compete globally. The hybrid data center is a joint initiative between NAPS and the Delta State Polytechnic, Oghara. The facility is equipped with modern infrastructure such as servers, storage devices, and networking equipment to ensure reliable data storage and transfer.
The Director of Information Technology at Delta State Polytechnic, Mr. Oghenekevwe Job, expressed his delight at the commissioning of the data center, stating that it would enhance the quality of education and research activities in the institution. In his remarks, the Rector of the Polytechnic, Dr. Emmanuel Oghenekevwe, thanked NAPS for its support in the establishment of the data center, adding that the facility would be of immense benefit to the students and the institution as a whole. The commissioning of the hybrid data center is part of NAPS' efforts to promote the use of technology in Nigerian institutions of learning. The organization has been advocating for improved access to technology for students in Nigeria's polytechnics and is committed to supporting initiatives that promote this goal.