Interview with Vincent Nwonah of Microsoft
1. What is your name? My name is Vincent Nwonah 2. Where are you from? I’m from Nigeria in West Africa, but recent travels - especially in East Africa, have left me feeling “at home” that I now see myself as African first. 3. Where did you go to school? I schooled at Wellspring University, a young University in Benin City. I studied computer science under Prof. Wilson Nwankwo, currently a Professor of Cyber Security and Software Engineering at Edo University. I mention Prof. here because studying under him left me with a solid Computer Science understanding, and an understanding of the urgent need for high quality technical education in the country. 4. Tell us a little about Nigeria. What influence has it had on the person that you are today? Nigeria - Nigeria is the most populous black nation, with many many different ethnic groups. We have our challenges as does any nation, and our strengths. I grew up all over Nigeria, born in Oyo State in the West, growing up across Port Harcou