Nigerian Computer Society raises concern over FG’s replacement of Remita with TMRAS

The NCS is the professional body representing computing and information technology professionals, interest groups, and stakeholders in Nigeria.

The NCS President, Dr. Sirajo Aliyu, voiced the society’s concerns during a press conference in Lagos on Wednesday.

Aliyu emphasized the significance of Remita’s contributions, noting that the company has provided uninterrupted payment services to the Federal Government while maintaining a 100% Nigerian workforce.

“We are concerned that this can send a wrong signal to other indigenous IT companies,” he stated.

“The TSA project was a software-driven IT project delivered 100 per cent on indigenous technology by a Nigerian firm,’’ he said.

Naijaonpoint reported that the Federal Government launched the Treasury Management and Revenue Assurance System (TMRAS) to replace the Remita platform.

Aliyu noted that it was within the government’s purview to make changes but urged that for the sake of the industry at large, such changes should be discussed extensively with the concerned service provider.

He also cautioned that the decision might lead to job losses and reduced opportunities for young Nigerian tech professionals working with Remita.

“We urge the government to reconsider its decision and engage with Remita and other stakeholders to find a solution that will benefit everyone,” he added.

The Vice President of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Prof. Charles Onyeukwu, has called on the Federal Government to reconsider its decision regarding Remita Payment Service Ltd.

Onyeukwu further stated that this would help maintain the TSA and sustain the advancements made so far.