SystemSpecs’ founder gets leadership technology recognition

The Founder and Group Managing Director of SystemSpecs Holdings Limited, John Obaro, has received an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Kings University in Osun State for his contributions to Nigeria’s technology sector.

The award was conferred during Kings University’s 5th and 6th convocation ceremony on October 25, recognizing Obaro’s role in advancing digital innovation in Nigeria.

According to a statement, under his leadership, SystemSpecs Holdings has fostered a culture of technological progress and creativity in the software industry.

Presenting the award, the Chancellor of Kings University and Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo, commended Obaro’s dedication to regional growth, calling him a visionary whose work inspires future generations of innovators.

During the event, Obaro delivered a lecture titled, “Navigating the Digital Era: Embracing Creativity and Unlocking the Boundaries of Technology”, in which he emphasised the importance of creativity in the ever-evolving digital world.

Obaro remarked, “As we navigate this digital age, creativity becomes the key to unlocking boundaries and pushing the frontiers of technology. Innovation is not confined to traditional tech sectors; rather, it can benefit several fields seamlessly.

“The integration of technology in areas like law, medicine, and engineering opens unprecedented pathways for growth and success. Our capacity to innovate and embrace the opportunities before us will define not just our future but that of generations to come.”

The Systemspec Founder also advised the graduating students to embrace the responsibility of innovation, emphasising that the future hinges on their courage to push boundaries and create transformative change.

“As you enter this next chapter, remember that each of you owes humanity a debt of innovation. You are the inheritors of a legacy, with the tools to build on past achievements and the responsibility to chart new courses for progress. Make excellence your calling card as you step into new spaces, owning your narrative and pushing beyond boundaries, because the world is watching,” Obaro said.

In his address to the graduating class, Ashimolowo encouraged them to recognize the abundant opportunities within Nigeria, a nation he described as rich with potential for those ready to innovate.

“There is serious unemployment everywhere in the world; it is your creativity that companies want to hire you for. There is money in Nigeria, and you can find it by making a difference through creativity, innovation, the digital world, and business ideas,” he emphasised.

“If anybody tells you there is no money in Nigeria, they lie to you. Nigeria is at a crossroads with a record number of graduates without jobs. Look into the horizon. It’s hard for anyone to promise you anything better than what you see for yourself.”