OPay, a leading financial service provider in Nigeria, has demonstrated its commitment to education and community development by awarding ₦12 million in scholarships to 40 students at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria. Each student will receive ₦300,000, a financial boost designed to ease economic challenges and foster academic excellence. The […]
Day: November 15, 2024
ALX, Africa’s leading tech accelerator, reaffirmed its dedication to advancing tech skills acquisition and fostering inclusive growth in Nigeria through active participation in two key industry events: the Akwa Ibom Tech Week and the Ogun Digital Summit. Ruby Igwe, Country General Manager for ALX Nigeria, took part in the Akwa […]
Mr. Karl Toriola, CEO of MTN Nigeria, delivered a compelling keynote address at the TeXcellence 2024 conference, emphasizing the telecommunications sector’s pivotal role in advancing Nigeria’s digital economy. He outlined MTN’s evolution from a traditional telecom company to a full-fledged technology powerhouse, showcasing the broader transformative potential of the industry. […]
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), established in 1992, remains a cornerstone of Nigeria’s efforts to build a robust and sustainable industrial base. As the Federal Government’s only purpose-built intervention agency, NASENI is mandated to nurture science and engineering infrastructure that drives homegrown and self-sustained industrialization. Recognizing […]
Charles Murito, Head of Government Relations and Public Policy in Africa for Google, has called on African governments to prioritise the protection of fibre optic infrastructure and standardise regulatory frameworks to accelerate the continent’s digital transformation. Speaking at the Africa Tech Conference, Murito stressed the need to designate fibre optic […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) commenced a two-day training program on Thursday for select media professionals, aimed at enhancing their understanding of evolving trends and regulatory advancements in telecommunications and Information Communication Technology (ICT). The training, held in Lagos, is part of NCC’s initiative to keep telecom and ICT reporters […]