HERE “IT” IS:
A History Of Information Technology Development In Nigeria
(1960 – 2020)”
HERE “IT” IS — The History of Information Technology in Nigeria (c1960 – c2020)
The HERE “IT” IS website is the global digital home of a landmark two-volume work documenting the history of information technology in Nigeria from c1960 – c2020, authored by IT pioneer Mr. Samuel Babatunde Ezichi. The platform preserves and shares Nigeria’s digital story—its pioneers, institutions, policies, and technologies—while serving as an academic resource and a living heritage hub for libraries, researchers, professionals, students, and readers worldwide who seek to understand Africa’s technological journey.
Scholars, professionals, and institutions recognize HERE “IT” IS as an essential contribution to documenting Africa’s technological heritage.
Samuel Babatunde Amamuchechukwu Ezichi
Meet The Author.
A pioneer of Nigeria’s IT profession whose leadership helped institutionalize computing practice and professional standards nationwide.
Former:
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President, Computer Association of Nigeria now Nigeria Computer Society
- Foundation/Inaugural President/Chairman-in-Counci, Computer Professionals Registration Council Of Nigeria
What will you learn from this book?
HERE “IT” IS offers far more than a chronological account of technology. It provides deep insight into how a nation builds digital capacity, professional institutions, and technological identity over time.
Discover the Strategies, Stories, and Milestones That Built Nigeria’s Digital Future
Step into the remarkable journey that shaped Nigeria’s Information Technology landscape. This landmark work brings together decades of experience, research, and firsthand insight to document the key decisions, innovations, and individuals that influenced the nation’s digital transformation.
Through compelling narratives and historical analysis, the book explores the evolution of computing in Nigeria—from the earliest technological foundations to the dynamic digital ecosystem of today. It highlights the strategies that guided growth, the stories of pioneering professionals, and the milestones that marked significant progress in the country’s technological development. <br>
More than a historical account, it serves as an essential reference for researchers, students, professionals, and anyone interested in understanding how Nigeria built the foundations of its digital future.
Explore key information to help you learn more about the book, its purpose, and how to access or purchase it.
What is HERE “IT” IS about?
HERE “IT” IS is a comprehensive historical documentation of the development of Information Technology in Nigeria from c1960 – c2020, presented in a two-volume scholarly work.
Who should read this book?
The book is ideal for academics, libraries, IT professionals, students, historians, policy makers, and anyone interested in Nigeria’s digital transformation.
Is the book suitable for academic libraries?
Yes. The publication is designed as a scholarly reference work with structured historical documentation suitable for university and research collections.
Can institutions place bulk orders?
Yes. Libraries and institutions may submit direct or bulk purchase requests through the Institutional Orders section.
Is international shipping available?
Yes. The book is available to readers worldwide with international delivery options.
Will new articles or resources be added to the website?
Yes. The platform will continue evolving into a living archive featuring insights, milestones, and historical resources related to Nigerian IT development.
A LIVING DIGITAL ARCHIVE
In the digital age, important works deserve more than a place on a bookshelf. They deserve a global presence.
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