Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has trained its staff through a two-day Mandatory ICT Skills Enhancement Workshop aimed at improving digital competence across the institution.
The workshop, held on Thursday, 26th and Friday, 27th February, 2026, brought together Departmental ICT Officers, Examination Officers, Heads of Departments (HODs), and Deans of Faculties. It was designed to strengthen their capacity to effectively use the University’s digital platforms and improve academic administration.
The training focused on practical, hands-on skills. Participants were guided on how to upload academic publications to boost the University’s institutional visibility. They were also trained on managing result uploads and moderation processes to ensure accurate student records. Another key area covered was seamless transcript generation, an essential service for graduates and external institutions.
Staff members were further trained on navigating the University portal and the Central Information Referencing and Management System (CIRMS). These systems are critical for handling student and staff data efficiently. The goal was to reduce errors, improve speed, and ensure smoother academic processes.
Declaring the workshop open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ugochukwu Bond Stanley Anyaehie, the Director of the Management, Information and Communication Technology Unit (MICTU Software) and Special Adviser to the Vice-Chancellor on ICT, Prof. Ike Onyenwe, explained that the initiative would deepen users’ understanding of the portal and CIRMS. He noted that it would enhance efficiency in uploading results, assigning Examination Officers and ICT Officers, and managing other key academic responsibilities.
Speaking for participants, Prof. Nwachukwu Obiakor commended the initiative and recommended that such training be made periodic. Attendees also praised the interactive sessions and the quick resolution of portal-related concerns.
The successful workshop highlights UNIZIK’s commitment to strengthening staff capacity and leveraging technology to improve academic excellence.
