He disclosed that the upgrade optimizes the current network to reliably and securely support new and existing applications and devices.
Fahm noted that the main objective of the optimization is to increase network availability, performance and security of the LASG Campus Enterprise Network, while at the same time stabilizing its ICT environment for a smarter Lagos.
The Honourable Commissioner further disclosed that this improved online solution, innovated the First Ever Virtual Meeting, held by the Lagos State Executive Council in the history of governance in the State and in Nigeria.
He highlighted that, the meeting was held via Zoom, a free HD meeting application with video and screen sharing for up to 100 people.
Speaking on the role of Digital Technology in driving Lagos Economy, Fahm highlighted that the LASG Enterprise GIS Upgrade and Integrated Land Administration Automation Programme will provide a fully digital mapping platform and an integrated end-to-end land admin system effectively reducing silos of information system and developing programmes such as security, aerial surveillances, search and rescue operations, health, mapping flood and erosion control and many more.
He added that, in order to ensure public services are delivered despite the overwhelming population the state is faced with, the State recently launched two aerial unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), commonly called drones which would help in digital mapping and accurate planning, in line with the State’s vision of achieving a Smart City Status
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Technology, Mr. Tunbosun Alake, said his office has focuses on three (3) core areas namely;
o Launch of the Innovation and Technology Masterplan.
o Develop the Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Policy.
o Create the Lagos Solution Hub.
Alake highlighted that, the state innovation and technology master plan addresses 4 main pillars that are required to enable a vibrant innovation ecosystem namely; Access, Data, Infrastructure and Funding.
He informed that the research and innovation council was established, to promote research and innovation activities in public and private institutions.
Alake disclosed that the State government approved the sum of N250 million seed capital for technology and innovation, tech start-ups and young innovators.
The fund, he said, is meant to assist those in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry push their entrepreneurial skills to the next level and also help in conducting researches that would solve issues of national significance.
