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[b]Nigeria and the world really does need a plan, Not to change the climate, but to slow the
rate of change and enable those already affected to adapt to the new world, which they didnt
choose, to kickstart a new path to prosperity-sustainable development and environment-where
people who have yet to make poverty a distant memory can leapfrog into a low carbon
future, its our Planet, our World, our Country, our voice can always be heard.

For this reason, we are inviting all Corp Members in Abuja and its environ to the biggest Earth
Hour Charity Walk in Gwarinpa, Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 8am - 10am

Convergence point: Mr Biggs, 3rd Avenue, Gwarinpa
Halt point : Under Construction, Polo Turf, alternate MIB Plaza, Gwarinpa
To participate in the Earth Hour Charity Walk, kindly register at http://www.visitgwarinpa.org
(please see attached flyer for the event)

Earth Hour unites 128 countries, 4616 cities and towns, and reaches about 1.3 billion people.
In three short years, Earth Hour has grown into the Largest campaign in history for the
planet. Earth Hour is coordinated by World Wide Fund in more than 70 countries, and by other
brilliant partners in an additional 50 countries and regions. for more, visit
http://www.earthhour.org


By participating in the Earth Hour Charity Walk in Nigeria, you will have a lifetime
opportunity to connect with people ( high-end entrepreneurs), and feel the positive emotion
that comes with people making a resolution to change their lifestyle in the name of our
planet's survival. Likewise expect as much green freebies as possible, and if you are
interested in joining the Earth Hour Team, you can forward your resume to
earthhour@visitgwarinpa.org, definitely, a commitment to peace, love and success![/b]

Volunteering is the act of donating one's time and skills for a cause. Working without financial renumerations, volunteers typically join an organization they admire to contribute to its growth, or join a project because they strongly believe in a cause and want to play a role in affecting its outcomes.For more on online volunteering, please check http://www.visitgwarinpa.org/downloads.html to download an online volunteering pack.

Earth Hour is coordinated by WWF in more than 70 countries, and by other brilliant partners in an additional 50 countries/regions. Earth Hour is laying more emphasis on people and businesses making personal resolutions to live more sustainably - not just for the Earth Hour but every hour. Consequently, we need your help to empower the Nigerian citizens to get involved, not only on the day or night but to make a resolution to change their lifestyle in the name of our planet's survival

The Earth Hour Nigeria Team wishes to recruit online volunteers for its Earth Hour Nigeria project ( to know more about Earth Hour, visit http://www.earthhour.org ) coming up on Saturday, March 26, 2011 .For volunteers, they will be trained in using ICT for social development; Health, Safety and Environment online. Likewise volunteers will be given certificates for volunteering.

If you are interested, you can send your CV to earthhour@visitgwarinpa.org

The official listing of the scheduled federal government procurement notices is now available for
free downloads at http://www.visitgwarinpa.org/downloads.html

The e-publication is meant to reduce the carbon footprints of Nigerians, and to show how
much we can achieve through a virtual world.

Please Note: Do not Print; Save your World, Save your Planet, Save Nigeria!

[b]Do you think its very rare with the pace of modern life, that we stop and think about how much we consume, and the way we live our lives?, Do you stay in Abuja or its environ?, this is an opportunity for you to show our leaders how much change we can achieve with a sustainable environment. This is an invitation to be part of the largest environmental campaign in history taking place in the Largest Estate in West Africa - Gwarinpa, Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 8am. You can Register for the Earth Hour Walk on http://www.visitgwarinpa.org

Earth Hour is coordinated by WWF in more than 70 countries, and by other brilliant partners in an additional 50 countries/regions. The Earth Hour is laying more empasis on people and businesses making personal resolutions to live more sustainably - not just for the Earth Hour but every hour. Consequently, we need your help to empower the world's citizens to get involved, not only on the day or night but to make a resolution to change their lifestyle in the name of our survival. If you will like to be a volunteer for this campaign, you can as well send your profile to earthhour@visitgwarinpa.org

By participating in Earth Hour, you will be joining a global community. Be one of millions. Contribute. Connect and feel the positive emotion that comes with being involved in a movement that has sustainable development at its heart. For more information on Earth Hour, visit http://www.earthhour.org[/b]

Do you stay in Abuja? to be specific around Gwarinpa. Do you have flare for the Computer and Tech Gadgets?Did you just finish your Senior School Certificate Exam, perhaps you have just written your University Matriculation Exam; or are you a National Diploma Holder and you are seeking to be on-the-job training in the Information Technology Industry especially on Web, Data, Networks and IT Security; then you should be forwarding your CV right now to careers@cloneshouse.com or bring it down to our office at House 54, 21 Road, Off 2nd Avenue, Gwarinpa, Abuja because we have been looking for you!

PS:Requirements
Abuja Residents Only
Average use of the Computer
SSCE/ND holders

To all big brothers and sisters out there, you can tell your younger ones.

Do you think its very rare with the pace of modern life, that we stop and think about how much we consume, and the way we live our lives?, Do you stay in Abuja or its environ?, this is an opportunity for you to show our leaders how much change we can achieve with a sustainable environment. This is an invitation to be part of the largest environmental campaign in history taking place in the Largest Estate in West Africa - Gwarinpa, Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 8am. You can Register for the Earth Hour Walk on http://www.visitgwarinpa.org

Earth Hour is coordinated by WWF in more than 70 countries, and by other brilliant partners in an additional 50 countries/regions. The Earth Hour is laying more empasis on people and businesses making personal resolutions to live more sustainably - not just for the Earth Hour but every hour. Consequently, we need your help to empower the world's citizens to get involved, not only on the day or night but to make a resolution to change their lifestyle in the name of our survival. If you will like to be a volunteer for this campaign, you can as well send your profile to earthhour@visitgwarinpa.org

By participating in Earth Hour, you will be joining a global community. Be one of millions. Contribute. Connect and feel the positive emotion that comes with being involved in a movement that has sustainable development at its heart. For more information on Earth Hour, visit http://www.earthhour.org

Do you think its very rare with the pace of modern life, that we stop and think about how much we consume, and the way we live our lives?, Do you stay in Abuja or its environ?, this is an opportunity for you to show our leaders how much change we can achieve with a sustainable environment. This is an invitation to be part of the largest environmental campaign in history taking place in the Largest Estate in West Africa - Gwarinpa, Abuja, Nigeria on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 8am. You can Register for the Earth Hour Walk on http://www.visitgwarinpa.org

Earth Hour is coordinated by WWF in more than 70 countries, and by other brilliant partners in an additional 50 countries/regions. The Earth Hour is laying more empasis on people and businesses making personal resolutions to live more sustainably - not just for the Earth Hour but every hour. Consequently, we need your help to empower the world's citizens to get involved, not only on the day or night but to make a resolution to change their lifestyle in the name of our survival. If you will like to be a volunteer for this campaign, you can as well send your profile to earthhour@visitgwarinpa.org

By participating in Earth Hour, you will be joining a global community. Be one of millions. Contribute. Connect and feel the positive emotion that comes with being involved in a movement that has sustainable development at its heart.

[b]Have you ever been involved in a technical supporting role before? Do you help your families and friends to solve their computer problems? Can you be on the internet for longer periods, using it constructively? Do you have an idea of how wireless devices are been connected, to the internet or Locally? Do you want to learn more, or choose a career in the Information Technology Industry?Are you a Microsoft Certified Professional? Do you stay in Abuja? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, then you should continue reading this piece.

Cloneshouse Nigeria is an Information and Communications Technology Outfit; We proffer I.C.T solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises, as well as Large Corporations. We offer unified communications solutions that takes care of each Information Technology deployment. It ranges from web design and development; Wireless Networking and Server Applications; Data Management; Information Technology Security Management, and Human Capital Development. As parts of its corporate social responsibility, Cloneshouse Nigeria has sustainable development projects such as Greenback Nigeria, http://www.visitgwarinpa.org and a list of others. For more information about the outfit you can visit http://www.cloneshouse.com

Consequently, Cloneshouse Nigeria intends to recruit and train Computer Support Specialists that will be involved in a wide range of support roles for our clients, such as troubleshooting wireless devices and networks, resetting passwords, assisting in building new computer wireless networks, or even administering various databases.They will also need to have good knowledge of connecting wireless devices within a wireless network, possess excellent communication skills, have fair troubleshooting skills and have patience when attending to users.

If you meet up with any of the above requirements, we need you in our organization in the coming year.Send your résumé to careers@cloneshouse.com from now till 11.59pm on December 31, 2010

PS: Abuja Residents Only; Corp members and Industrial Trainee students can apply[/b]

[b]Have you ever been involved in a technical supporting role before? Do you help your families and friends to solve their computer problems? Can you be on the internet for longer periods, using it constructively? Do you have an idea of how wireless devices are been connected, to the internet or Locally? Do you want to learn more, or choose a career in the Information Technology Industry?Are you a Microsoft Certified Professional? Do you stay in Abuja? If you can answer yes to any of these questions, then you should continue reading this piece.

Cloneshouse Nigeria is an Information and Communications Technology Outfit; We proffer I.C.T solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises, as well as Large Corporations. We offer unified communications solutions that takes care of each Information Technology deployment. It ranges from web design and development; Wireless Networking and Server Applications; Data Management; Information Technology Security Management, and Human Capital Development. As parts of its corporate social responsibility, Cloneshouse Nigeria has sustainable development projects such as Greenback Nigeria, http://www.visitgwarinpa.org and a list of others. For more information about the outfit you can visit http://www.cloneshouse.com

Consequently, Cloneshouse Nigeria intends to recruit and train Computer Support Specialists that will be involved in a wide range of support roles for our clients, such as troubleshooting wireless devices and networks, resetting passwords, assisting in building new computer wireless networks, or even administering various databases.They will also need to have good knowledge of connecting wireless devices within a wireless network, possess excellent communication skills, have fair troubleshooting skills and have patience when attending to users.

If you meet up with any of the above requirements, we need you in our organization in the coming year.Send your résumé to careers@cloneshouse.com from now till 11.59pm on December 31, 2010

PS: Abuja Residents Only; Corp members and Industrial Trainee students can apply[/b]

As Nigeria turned 50 years in 2010, we should have taken a leap from the past; a whole lot of urban centers are developing and it seems we are catching up with recent times. However, as we continue in our ploy to creating befitting urban centers, we will like to intimate people especially those coming into our beloved country on the best places to stay.

Having been around some places in Nigeria, we will want to recommend Lekki in Lagos State, has been developing faster than we think and the http://www.ekoatlantic.com project will greatly open this place; Ikoyi in Lagos has been a haven for the wealthy amongst us, Gwarinpa in Abuja can best be described as the EastEnd in Nigeria, was tagged as the green city set by the hill by http://www.visitgwarinpa.org; Portharcourt in Rivers State is becoming peaceful,and much will be said about the renovation going on in the city.Not to forget Ibadan in Oyo state, an ancient town that has been an attraction for its peaceful environment.

Nevertheless, these are just few in so many places that we can call befitting to stay, if you can justify your list, then lets read your best places to stay in Nigeria.
Cheers!

In recent times, the quest for new albums from Nigerian artiste has been quite overwhelming; although not much were released in the
year but for a few - Mo-cheddah's the Franchise Celebrity; Ruggedman's Untochable;Durella's the Ginger is constant;Waje's Words ain't enough; Naeto C's Super C Season;Jesse Jags Jag of all Trades;MI's MI2 Tuface's Unstoppable 2 and Asa's Beautiful Imperfection and others still coming
before the year runs out.For upcoming watch out for KASMEN in the coming year, you can listen to one of their promo track at
http://www.mytruspot.com/KASMEN/song_focus_6942.php


For the Best out of all this- Asa still remains exceptional and she has had a lot going for her, nevertheless much ado to Tuface's Unstoppable 2. But
from us here, we stick with Asa's Beautiful Imperfection:WHY CANT WE-Revealing, MAYBE-exhilarating, BE MY MAN-classic, PREACHER MAN-mind-blowing, BIMPE-awesome, THE WAY I FEEL-philosphic, OK OK-stimulating, DREAMER-tremendous, ORE GIRL-exceptional,
BABY GONE-terrific, BRODA OLE-great, QUESTIONS-breathtaking, "The best 12 tracks that came , out of Nigeria in 2010"; Bukola Elemide - you are a Talent!

You may have a different opinion, and it will be greatly appreciated, after all its about moving the music industry forward. cheers!

Perhaps, you have not heard of the wind of change blowing in Gwarinpa, Abuja, Nigeria;
This is an eye opener for you to get acquainted with available properties in Gwarinpa.
Gwarinpa, remains the largest estate in West Africa and has become haven for green
campaigners. For genuine properties check http://www.visitgwarinpa.org

yes i need a biller for my 3G mobile router. I use a CDM530AM mobile router (check www.zalip.com.tw for router spec) in abuja for my hotspot. I only use manual timing.please get back to me here or on 0813-490-8561 if you have a solution. thanks.

yes i need a biller for my 3G mobile router. I use a CDM530AM mobile router (check www.zalip.com.tw) in abuja for my hotspot. I only use manual timing.please get back to me here or on 0813-490-8561. thanks

Stacy, is a Lhaso apso full breed, a non sporting dog from the Tibet origin; have gotten it for over a year now.
Her puppies is worth 750,000Naira, which means in some months, you can triple your worth in few months.
Stacy is going for 200,000Naira (asking price), if you are interested, you can call me on 08028462023.

Hello,
Adobe Photoshop is one of the best design software you will ever learn. Its integration into other
software is mindblowing especially if you want to get into web development also. It has greater
outputs. If you need a one-on-one training;you can call me on 0802846203. Am in Gwarinmpa,
Abuja.
Cheers!

IT certifications boast numerous benefits. They make you independent, They bolster resumes, encourage higher salaries, and assist in job retention. But which IT certifications are best in Nigeria? Technology professionals generate much debate over just that question. Many claim vendor-specific programs best measure a candidate’s skills, while others propose vendor-independent exams are the only worthy way of measuring real-world expertise. Still other observers believe the highest-level accreditations—Microsoft’s MCSE or new Architect Series certification, Cisco’s CCIE, etc.—are the only credentials that truly hold value.

However, the best IT certification for you, after all, is likely to be different from that for another technology professional with different education, skills, and goals working at a different company in a different industry. For that reason, when pursuing any professional accreditation, you should give much thought and care to your location (Nigeria),education, experience, skills, goals, and desired career path.

Once a career road map is in place, selecting a potential certification path becomes much easier. And that’s where this list of the industry’s 7 best IT certifications comes into play. While this list may not include the 7 best accreditations for you, it does catalog 7 IT certifications that possess significant value for a wide range of technology professionals.

1. MCITP
The new-generation Microsoft Certified IT Professional credential, or MCITP for short, is likely to become the next big Microsoft certification. Available for a variety of fields of expertise—including database developer, database administrator, enterprise messaging administrator, and server administrator—an MCITP validates a professional’s proven job-role capabilities. Candidates must pass several Microsoft exams that track directly to their job role before earning the new designation.
As with Microsoft’s other new-generation accreditations, the MCITP certification will retire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the platforms targeted within the MCITP exams. By matching the new certification to popular job roles, as has been done to some extent with CompTIA’s Server+ (server administrator), Project+ (project manager), and A+ (desktop support) certifications, Microsoft has created a new certification that’s certain to prove timely, relevant, and valuable. 85% of organizations in Nigeria deploy Microsoft operating system for their services,much reason why you need to be looking at Microsoft for your certfification.

2. MCTS
The new-generation Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) helps IT entrepreneurs and staff validate skills in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a specific Microsoft technology. The MCTS certifications are designed to communicate the skills and expertise a holder possesses on a specific platform.
For example, candidates won’t earn an MCTS on SQL Server 2008. Instead, they'll earn an MCTS covering SQL Server business intelligence (MCTS: SQL Server 2008 Business Intelligence), database creation (MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Database Development), or SQL server administration (MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance).
These new certifications require passing multiple, tightly targeted exams that focus on specific responsibilities on specific platforms. MCTS designations will expire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the corresponding platform. These changes, as with other new-generation Microsoft certifications, add value to the accreditation

3. CCNA
The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) accreditation captures most of the networking company’s certification glory. But the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) might prove more realistic within many organizations.
In a world in which Microsoft and Linux administrators are also often expected to be networking experts, many companies don’t have the budgets necessary to train (or employ) a CCIE. But even small and midsize corporations can benefit from having their technology professionals earn basic proficiency administering Cisco equipment, as demonstrated by earning a CCNA accreditation.
As smaller companies become increasingly dependent upon remote access technologies, basic Cisco systems skills are bound to become more important. Although many smaller organizations will never have the complexity or workload necessary to keep a CCIE busy, Cisco’s CCNA is a strong accreditation for technology professionals with a few years’ experience seeking to grow and improve their networking skills.

4.A+
Technology professionals with solid hardware and support skills are becoming tougher to find. There’s not much glory in digging elbow-deep into a desktop box or troubleshooting Windows boot errors. But those skills are essential to keeping companies running.
Adding CompTIA’s A+ certification to a resume tells hiring managers and department heads that you have proven support expertise and with it you can stand on your own anywhere - In Nigeria or abroad. Whether an organization requires desktop installation, problem diagnosis, preventive maintenance, or computer or network error troubleshooting, many organizations have found A+-certified technicians to be more productive than their noncertified counterparts.
Changes to the A+ certification, which requires passing multiple exams, are aimed at keeping the popular credential relevant. Basic prerequisite requirements are now followed by testing that covers specific fields of expertise (such as IT, remote support, or depot technician). The accreditation is aimed at those working in desktop support, on help desks, and in the field, and while many of these staffers are new to the industry, the importance of an A+ certification should not be overlooked.

5. Security+
Security continues to be a critical topic especially in growing IT economies like Nigeria. That’s not going to change. In fact, its importance is only going to grow. One of the quickest ways to lose shareholder value, client confidence, and sales is to suffer a data breach. And no self-respecting technology professional wants to be responsible for such a breach.CompTIA’s Security+ accreditation provides a respected, vendor-neutral foundation for industry staff (with at least two years of experience) seeking to demonstrate proficiency with security fundamentals. While the Security+ accreditation consists of just a single exam, it could be argued that any IT employee charged with managing client data or other sensitive information should, at a minimum, possess this accreditation. The importance of ensuring staff are properly educated as to systems security, network infrastructure, access control, auditing, and organizational security principles is simply too important to take for granted.

6. PMP
Some accreditations gain value by targeting specific skills and expertise. The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a great example.
The Project Management Institute (PMI), a nonprofit organization that serves as a leading membership association for project management practitioners, maintains the PMP exam. The certification measures a candidate’s project management expertise by validating skills and knowledge required to plan, execute, budget, and lead a technology project. Eligible candidates must have five years of project management experience or three years of project management experience and 35 hours of related education.
As organizations battle tough economic conditions, having proven project scheduling, budgeting, and management skills will only grow in importance. The PMI’s PMP credential is a perfect conduit for demonstrating that expertise on a resume

4.MCPD

There’s more to information technology than just administration, support, and networking. Someone must create and maintain the applications and programs that power organizations. That’s where the new-generation Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) credential comes into play.
The MCPD accreditation measures a developer’s ability to build and maintain software solutions using Visual Studio 2008 and Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5. Split into three certification paths (Windows Developer 3.5, ASP.NET Developer 3.5, and Enterprise Applications Developer 3.5), the credential targets IT professionals tasked with designing, optimizing, and operating those Microsoft technologies to fulfill business needs.
A redesigned certification aimed at better-measuring real-world skills and expertise, the MCPD will prove important for developers and programmers. Besides requiring candidates to pass several exams, the MCPD certification will retire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the corresponding platform. The change is designed to ensure the MCPD certification remains relevant, which is certain to further increase its value.

Reference: www.techrepublic.com

Oludotun Babayemi
Systems Administrator
Cloneshouse Nigeria
www.cloneshouse.com

In this world of growing Information Technology, it will be wise to get useful and sustainable IT certifications; Consequently, we are giving out IT certification dumps out at a very affordable price; It is quite pertinent to inform you that exam dumps are like past exam questions and should not be treated as your exam.Practical and theory experiences should be taken into consideration.Exam dumps we provide include all Microsoft, EC-council, Cisco, HP, compTIA, Linux

If you are interested in getting an up to date exam dumps on any IT certification, you can send a mail to oludotunbabayemi@cloneshouse.com with the exam certification name and code as subject e.g ECCouncil 312.50; or you can simply text 0813-490-8561. We will get back to you immediately with exam procedures and requirements,latest exam dumps, the cheapest exam center to write the exam.Please note; you are getting all these at the cheapest price in the industry

If you are undecided about which certification to go for; please read our post on 7 best IT certifications that is applicable in Nigeria.

Oludotun Babayemi
Systems Administrator
Cloneshouse Nigeria
www.cloneshouse.com

[b]Information Technology (IT) certifications boast numerous benefits. They make you independent, thus an entrepreneur; They bolster resumes, encourage higher salaries, and assist in job retention. But which IT certifications are best in Nigeria? Technology professionals generate much debate over just that question. Many claim vendor-specific programs best measure a candidate’s skills, while others propose vendor-independent exams are the only worthy way of measuring real-world expertise. Still other observers believe the highest-level accreditations—Microsoft’s MCSE or new Architect Series certification, Cisco’s CCIE, etc.—are the only credentials that truly hold value.

However, the best IT certification for you, after all, is likely to be different from that for another technology professional with different education, skills, and goals working at a different company in a different industry. For that reason, when pursuing any professional accreditation, you should give much thought and care to your location (Nigeria),education, experience, skills, goals, and desired career path.

Once a career road map is in place, selecting a potential certification path becomes much easier. And that’s where this list of the industry’s 7 best IT certifications comes into play. While this list may not include the 7 best accreditations for you, it does catalog 7 IT certifications that possess significant value for a wide range of technology professionals in Nigeria.

1. MCITP
The new-generation Microsoft Certified IT Professional credential, or MCITP for short, is likely to become the next big Microsoft certification. Available for a variety of fields of expertise—including database developer, database administrator, enterprise messaging administrator, and server administrator—an MCITP validates a professional’s proven job-role capabilities. Candidates must pass several Microsoft exams that track directly to their job role before earning the new designation.
As with Microsoft’s other new-generation accreditations, the MCITP certification will retire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the platforms targeted within the MCITP exams. By matching the new certification to popular job roles, as has been done to some extent with CompTIA’s Server+ (server administrator), Project+ (project manager), and A+ (desktop support) certifications, Microsoft has created a new certification that’s certain to prove timely, relevant, and valuable. 85% of organizations in Nigeria deploy Microsoft operating system for their services,much reason why you need to be looking at Microsoft for your certfification.

2. MCTS
The new-generation Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) helps IT entrepreneurs and staff validate skills in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a specific Microsoft technology. The MCTS certifications are designed to communicate the skills and expertise a holder possesses on a specific platform.
For example, candidates won’t earn an MCTS on SQL Server 2008. Instead, they'll earn an MCTS covering SQL Server business intelligence (MCTS: SQL Server 2008 Business Intelligence), database creation (MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Database Development), or SQL server administration (MCTS: SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance).
These new certifications require passing multiple, tightly targeted exams that focus on specific responsibilities on specific platforms. MCTS designations will expire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the corresponding platform. These changes, as with other new-generation Microsoft certifications, add value to the accreditation

3. CCNA
The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) accreditation captures most of the networking company’s certification glory. But the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) might prove more realistic within many organizations.
In a world in which Microsoft and Linux administrators are also often expected to be networking experts, many companies don’t have the budgets necessary to train (or employ) a CCIE. But even small and midsize corporations can benefit from having their technology professionals earn basic proficiency administering Cisco equipment, as demonstrated by earning a CCNA accreditation.
As smaller companies become increasingly dependent upon remote access technologies, basic Cisco systems skills are bound to become more important. Although many smaller organizations will never have the complexity or workload necessary to keep a CCIE busy, Cisco’s CCNA is a strong accreditation for technology professionals with a few years’ experience seeking to grow and improve their networking skills.

4. A+
Technology professionals with solid hardware and support skills are becoming tougher to find. There’s not much glory in digging elbow-deep into a desktop box or troubleshooting Windows boot errors. But those skills are essential to keeping companies running.
Adding CompTIA’s A+ certification to a resume tells hiring managers and department heads that you have proven support expertise and with it you can stand on your own anywhere - In Nigeria or abroad. Whether an organization requires desktop installation, problem diagnosis, preventive maintenance, or computer or network error troubleshooting, many organizations have found A+-certified technicians to be more productive than their noncertified counterparts.
Changes to the A+ certification, which requires passing multiple exams, are aimed at keeping the popular credential relevant. Basic prerequisite requirements are now followed by testing that covers specific fields of expertise (such as IT, remote support, or depot technician). The accreditation is aimed at those working in desktop support, on help desks, and in the field, and while many of these staffers are new to the industry, the importance of an A+ certification should not be overlooked.

5. Security+
Security continues to be a critical topic especially in growing IT economies like Nigeria. That’s not going to change. In fact, its importance is only going to grow. One of the quickest ways to lose shareholder value, client confidence, and sales is to suffer a data breach. And no self-respecting technology professional wants to be responsible for such a breach.CompTIA’s Security+ accreditation provides a respected, vendor-neutral foundation for industry staff (with at least two years of experience) seeking to demonstrate proficiency with security fundamentals. While the Security+ accreditation consists of just a single exam, it could be argued that any IT employee charged with managing client data or other sensitive information should, at a minimum, possess this accreditation. The importance of ensuring staff are properly educated as to systems security, network infrastructure, access control, auditing, and organizational security principles is simply too important to take for granted.

6. PMP
Some accreditations gain value by targeting specific skills and expertise. The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a great example.
The Project Management Institute (PMI), a nonprofit organization that serves as a leading membership association for project management practitioners, maintains the PMP exam. The certification measures a candidate’s project management expertise by validating skills and knowledge required to plan, execute, budget, and lead a technology project. Eligible candidates must have five years of project management experience or three years of project management experience and 35 hours of related education.
As organizations battle tough economic conditions, having proven project scheduling, budgeting, and management skills will only grow in importance. The PMI’s PMP credential is a perfect conduit for demonstrating that expertise on a resume

7. MCPD
There’s more to information technology than just administration, support, and networking. Someone must create and maintain the applications and programs that power organizations. That’s where the new-generation Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) credential comes into play.
The MCPD accreditation measures a developer’s ability to build and maintain software solutions using Visual Studio 2008 and Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5. Split into three certification paths (Windows Developer 3.5, ASP.NET Developer 3.5, and Enterprise Applications Developer 3.5), the credential targets IT professionals tasked with designing, optimizing, and operating those Microsoft technologies to fulfill business needs.
A redesigned certification aimed at better-measuring real-world skills and expertise, the MCPD will prove important for developers and programmers. Besides requiring candidates to pass several exams, the MCPD certification will retire when Microsoft suspends mainstream support for the corresponding platform. The change is designed to ensure the MCPD certification remains relevant, which is certain to further increase its value.

Reference: www.techrepublic.com

Oludotun Babayemi
Systems Administrator
Cloneshouse Nigeria
www.cloneshouse.com[/b]

Cornsilk and Thistle is an Abuja based Integrated Marketing Communications outfit that provides creative business solutions to diverse organizations.The company is responsible for the production of branded products,develops website for organizations and has sustainable development projects it supports.

Consequently, Cornsilk and Thistle intends to recruit Marketing executives (Corp members) to promote brands, products, services, and companies. They will persuade people to purchase the company's brands or services and make sure that commodity conduit functions smoothly. Marketing executives need to be creative to raise brand, product, or service awareness, and they need to be analytical to understand market segments. They will also need to be hard working and possess excellent communication skills.

If you meet up with the above requirements, Send your CV to cornsilkandthistle@live.com or drop it at our office at House 54, 21 Road, Off 2nd Avenue, Gwarimpa, FCT Abuja between August 2, 2010 and August 10, 2010.

PS: It is strictly for Abuja 2010 Batch B Corp members and comes with excellent remunerations!

Cornsilk and Thistle is an Abuja based Integrated Marketing Communications outfit that provides creative business solutions to diverse organizations.The company is responsible for the production of branded products,develops website for organizations and has sustainable development projects it supports.

Consequently, Cornsilk and Thistle intends to recruit Marketing executives (Corp members) to promote brands, products, services, and companies. They will persuade people to purchase the company's brands or services and make sure that commodity conduit functions smoothly. Marketing executives need to be creative to raise brand, product, or service awareness, and they need to be analytical to understand market segments. They will also need to be hard working and possess excellent communication skills.

If you meet up with the above requirements, Send your CV to cornsilkandthistle@live.com or drop it at our office at House 54, 21 Road, Off 2nd Avenue, Gwarimpa, FCT Abuja between August 2, 2010 and August 10, 2010.

PS: It is strictly for Abuja 2010/2011 Batch B Corp members.