The Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) has stated that the National Emergency Number 112, which it established and oversees, is the most critical infrastructure required for the successful implementation of the Federal Ministry of Health’s recently launched National Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System (NEMSAS). The NEMSAS was established as a […]
Year: 2022
The Federal Government has formally handed over the spectrum allocation for Fifth Generation (5G) deployment in the country to the Nigerian Communications Commission, just a week before the NCC’s deadline for winners of the 3.5GHz frequency auction to pay the spectrum costs. Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, Minister of Communications […]
Telecommunication’s giant MTN has revealed intentions to rebrand as part of the company’s “Ambition 2025” strategy, which aims to create “leading digital platforms for Africa’s progress.” The modification was made public after the previous emblem was removed from signage at the company’s headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa. The iconic red, […]
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has ordered the posting of CP Idrisu Dauda Dabban, to Kastina State Command as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of the State. The posting follows the elevation of the erstwhile Commissioner of Police in charge of the command, AIG […]
The Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has said Traditional Institutions have a vital role to play in harnessing the vast opportunities in Information and Communications Technology for sustainable economic growth. Kashifu, who was represented by the Director in charge of NITDA zonal offices, Jide Ajayi, made […]
– Solidifies Synergy For More Effective Criminal Justice System. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, and members of the Force Management Team, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, CFR, in his office at the Supreme […]
. Reveals More Details On Drug Deal The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has said that it has no reason to shield anyone who may be indicted in the course of the ongoing investigation of a 25kg cocaine deal involving a gang headed by DCP Abba Kyari. The Agency […]
The Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE) has given the leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) a pat on the back for setting the pace of 5G deployment in Africa. The Engineering body in a statement signed by its outgoing National Chairman, Engr. Kings Adeyemi, singled out Executive Vice […]
Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has commenced fumigation exercises at various dumpsites in the state, starting with the Solous landfill at Igando, to make the sites safer for waste management operations, and reduce health risks to the communities where they are located. This was made known on Monday by the […]
Telecommunications companies have resumed National Identification Number Subscriber Identity Module data verification services across the country following days of downtime due to a technical glitch on the National Identity Management Commission’s portal, as the configuration to the virtual NIN continues. The PUNCH reported on Thursday that, following a protracted battle […]