Mailman 3 December 2018 - python-nigeria

Introduction
by Balogun Quadri Dec. 25, 2018

Dec. 25, 2018

My name is Balogun Quadri Tunde from Mushin, Lagos. I own a Nigeria Certificate in Education in Social Studies abd Economics. I am currently a computer teacher at LUTH/CMUL Muslim Community Schools at Idi-Araba, Mushin, Lagos. I join this group to improve my python knowledge and hopefully to contribute to this organization as a Nigerian.

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Election Results 2018/2019 Board
by Aisha Bello Dec. 24, 2018

Dec. 24, 2018

Hi Everyone, Hearty congratulations to the newly elected board members, an official announcement via a blogpost will happen soon. Many thanks also to everyone who contested in the elections. You should now be able to go to the same email with your voting link, to see the results link. there you can view more details of the results. Further announcements to follow. Wishing everyone happy holidays. - Kelvin Oyanna (@kelvin_oyanna) - Chairperson - Ujadughele Ayodeji (@ujas) - Vice-Chairperson - Femi Olah @olahfemi - Secretary - Afape Ruth Temiloluwa (@themytech) - Treasurer - Micheal Iyanda (@Miyanda) - IT Director Kind Regards, Aisha

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Voting ends in 3 days- Python Nigeria 2018/2019 Board Elections
by Aisha Bello Dec. 18, 2018

Dec. 18, 2018

Howdy Pythonistas, Every voter has a unique voting link. For Emphasis, If you joined the Slack channel before elections began, and you are a member of the mailing list, you should have received your own voting link from civs(a)cs.cornell.edu . If not in your inbox, first check your spam, then reach out by responding to this email. Remember deadline to vote is this Friday 23:59 WAT. Pythonic Hugs, Aisha

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Python Nigeria 2019 Board election Voting has commenced
by Aisha Bello Dec. 12, 2018

Dec. 12, 2018

Howdy Everyone, Apologies that this commenced much later than initially planned. If you haven't already you should have received an email with your private voting link from civs[at]cs[dot]cornell[dot]edu. If you haven't received any email it should be in your inbox soon, if not please reply to this email. Also check your spam, and add the email address to your contact list. Please note that the deadline to vote is 22 Dec 2018 23:59 WAT. Winners will now be announced 23 Dec 2018. In case you're a bit skeptical your vote is totally anonymous. Even though I am the Poll Supervisor, I do not have access to who voted or who voted for whom. The moment the poll is closed, everyone will be able to see the results, from the 2nd link that would be sent. Feel free to reach out offline or reply to this email, if you have any questions. Pythonic Regards, Aisha

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Nomination Deadline is tomorrow 4th December 11:59pm
by Aisha Bello Dec. 4, 2018

Dec. 4, 2018

Hi Everyone, A friendly reminder that nominations closes tomorrow 4th December at 11:59pm GMT+1 WAT. Please note that if you are nominating someone else make sure you inform the person you're nominating and get consent confirming they would like to be nominated. May the Py be with you, Aisha

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Python Nigeria Elections FAQ
by Aisha Bello Dec. 2, 2018

Dec. 2, 2018

**Reposting** This is a short compilation of common questions we anticipate you might want to ask as the community’s elections day draws nearer. If we missed something, please see item #7. ================================================================== 1. What are the eligibility criteria for nominees? 2. Who are the current board members? 3. Can current and or former board members be nominated again? 4. What is the length of service? 5. What is the Job Description? 6. Is there a Constitution, and where can I find it? 7. I have more questions. ================================================================== 1. What are the eligibility criteria for nominees? The only criterium is that a nominee must be an active member of the community either via the mailing list, Slack channel or both. Being “active” means they actively use or participate in the community’s Slack forum conversations or mailing list discussions. Do note that board membership is unpaid. 2. Who are the current board members? The current governing council of the community, which was setup on May 21, 2016, is comprised of the following members (Slack handles shown) of the community: President Nwachukwu Chukwudi (@ichux) Vice President Aisha Bello (@aishab) Treasurer Hamdalah Bimpe Adetunji (@geekhijabi) Secretary Tosin Animashaun (@acetakwas) IT Director Abiola Oyeniyi (@b33sama) Other Board Members: Osas Omigie (@oxax) Eyitemi Egbejule (@insaida) Tomiwa Orolu (@tmdoubleu) Advisory Members: Tim Akinbo (@takinbo) Edward Popoola (@edwardpopoola) Olabayo (@olabayo96) 3. Can current and or former board members be nominated again? Both current and former board members may nominate themselves or be nominated by others again, for re-election. However, the founding members who registered the community as a non profit with CAC will remain on the board as passive members on an advisory role. 4. What is the length of service? The officers will have a 1-year tenure. 5. What is the Job Description? Each office has a defined role or set of responsibilities. However, the responsibilities highlighted below (See Board Member Responsibilities) is a guide, and sometimes other members of the board find themselves performing other responsibilities. 6. Is there a Constitution, and where can I find it? The constitution of Python Nigeria can be accessed at http://pythonnigeria.org/constitution/ 7. I have more questions. Got another question? Think we missed something? Do reach out to any of the Slack handles of current members listed above (See #2) or use the Slack #jobs_and_events channel. Alternatively, you could or send the board an email on pynigeria(a)python.org Board Member Responsibilities The following is a simplified listing of the designated responsibilities for each office. Responsibilities of Chairperson The Chairperson is a leader and presides at all meetings of the members. The Chairperson generally manages and supervises all community initiatives. All formal communications or engagement with other organisations is signed and authorised by the Chairperson. Responsibilities of Vice Chairperson The Vice Chairperson assists the chairperson in coordinating and managing the affairs of the community. Also in the case where the ChairPerson is unable to perform such responsibilities due to an absence, the Vice Chairperson assumes the roles and responsibilities of the Chairperson. Responsibilities of Secretary The Secretary is the scribe ninja, documenting not only minutes of meeting, but sending out general communications to the public, and responding to enquiries from our partners or sponsors where needed. Responsibilities of Treasurer The Treasurer manages all the community spending (deposits and withdrawals), keeps tracks of expenses and manages the community account. The treasurer also doubles on the sponsorship team for PyCon as such funds management is done with the community account. Responsibilities of IT Director >From the community and conference websites, to keeping beginners engaged on the slack channel with exercises and missions. The IT director oversees all IT related tasks for the community, or contractors hired to deliver such IT tasks. To nominate yourself or an individual visit https://goo.gl/forms/jYF049czGe4z8HuJ2 Regards, Aisha

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ELECTIONS: A Kobo for your Questions? We've got some answers
by Tosin Damilare James Animashaun Dec. 2, 2018

Dec. 2, 2018

Hello Pythonistas, With the imminent elections of this community comes the need to address a few queries that have been brought forward by members. Thus, we present you an FAQ compilation that we hope will address whatever uncertainties you might have. Please find same below. *PyUNG Elections FAQs* ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1. What are the eligibility criteria for nominees? 2. Who are the current board members? 3. Can current and or former board members be nominated again? 4. What is the length of service? 5. What is the Job Description? 6. Is there a Constitution, and where can I find it? 7. I have more questions. ================================================================== *1. What are the eligibility criteria for nominees?* The only criterium is that a nominee must be an active member of the community either via the mailing list, Slack channel or both. Being “active” means they actively use or participate in the community’s Slack forum conversations or mailing list discussions. *Do note that board membership is unpaid.* * 2. Who are the current board members? * The current governing council of the community, which was setup on May 21, 2016, is comprised of the following members (Slack handles shown) of the community: President *Nwachukwu Chukwudi (@ichux)* Vice President *Aisha Bello (@aishab)* Treasurer *Hamdalah Bimpe Adetunji (@geekhijabi)* Secretary *Tosin Animashaun (@acetakwas)* IT Director *Abiola Oyeniyi (@b33sama)* Other Board Members: *Osas Omigie (@oxax)* * Eyitemi Egbejule (@insaida)* * Tomiwa Orolu (@tmdoubleu)* Advisory Members: *Tim Akinbo (@takinbo)* * Edward Popoola (@edwardpopoola)* * Olabayo (@olabayo96)* *3. Can current and or former board members be nominated again?* Both current and former board members may nominate themselves or be nominated by others again, for re-election. However, the founding members who registered the community as a non profit with CAC will remain on the board as passive members on an advisory role. * 4. What is the length of service?* The officers will have a 1-year tenure. *5. What is the Job Description?* Each office has a defined role or set of responsibilities. However, the responsibilities highlighted below (See Board Member Responsibilities) is a guide, and sometimes other members of the board find themselves performing other responsibilities. *6. Is there a Constitution, and where can I find it? * The constitution of Python Nigeria can be accessed at http://pythonnigeria.org/constitution/ *7. I have more questions. (Got another question? Think we missed something?) * Do reach out to any of the Slack handles of current members listed above (See #2) or use the Slack #jobs_and_events channel. Alternatively, you could send the board an email on pynigeria(a)python.org * BOARD MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES * The following is a simplified listing of the designated responsibilities for each office. *Responsibilities of Chairperson* The Chairperson is a leader and presides at all meetings of the members. The Chairperson generally manages and supervises all community initiatives. All formal communications or engagement with other organisations is signed and authorised by the Chairperson. *Responsibilities of Vice Chairperson* The Vice Chairperson assists the chairperson in coordinating and managing the affairs of the community. Also in the case where the Chairperson is unable to perform such responsibilities due to an absence, the Vice Chairperson assumes the roles and responsibilities of the Chairperson. *Responsibilities of Secretary* The Secretary is the scribe ninja, documenting not only minutes of meeting, but sending out general communications to the public, and responding to enquiries from our partners or sponsors where needed. *Responsibilities of Treasurer* The Treasurer manages all the community spending (deposits and withdrawals), keeps tracks of expenses and manages the community account. The treasurer also doubles on the sponsorship team for PyCon as such funds management is done with the community account. *Responsibilities of IT Director * >From the community and conference websites, to keeping beginners engaged on the slack channel with exercises and missions. The IT director oversees all IT related tasks for the community, or contractors hired to deliver such IT tasks. Best Regards, *For:* The Board, PyUNG *Tosin Damilare James Animashaun* *Christian | Programmer | Learner* acetakwas.me *[image: https://ng.linkedin.com/pub/tosin-damilare-james-animashaun/24/57a/471] <http://ng.linkedin.com/in/acetakwas> **| *[image: https://github.com/takwas] <https://github.com/takwas>

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