By Bolaji Okunola
Japanese outfit, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, has announced three models of its scientific calculators have received certification from the Nigerian Conformity Assessment Program (SONCAP) administered by the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON). This significant achievement marks the first time Casio has been awarded the SONCAP certification for its products in Nigeria.
SONCAP, whose aim is to protect consumers from counterfeit goods while promoting safety and quality standards in Nigeria’s import control system, was implemented on September 1, 2005, to ensure that only genuine and high-quality foreign products are introduced into the Nigerian market.
Casio’s in its release, stated the certification applies to FX-9910NGPLUS-2WDT, FX991ESPLUS-2WDTV and FX-82MS-2-W-DH-F scientific calculators.
“Casio’s decision to apply for SONCAP certification was driven by the company’s commitment to supporting mathematics education in Nigeria. Scientific calculators play a crucial role in the learning process, and Casio’s certified models have been specifically designed to meet the rigorous needs of Nigerian students and educators.
Among the certified models, the FX-9910NGPLUS stands out as an affordable, durable, and user-friendly scientific calculator with exceptional mathematical performance. It has already earned the endorsement of the Lagos State Curriculum Service, with a recommendation sticker placed on the product packaging,” the Japanese outfit stated via release.