The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has announced the addition of two new award categories—Tech Mentor of the Year and Cybersecurity Advocate of the Year—for its upcoming 2024 National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA). This addition was revealed by NCS President, Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, during a press briefing, signaling the […]
Year: 2024
Zenith Bank Plc has announced a major technology infrastructure upgrade, positioning itself as a leader in the banking industry with a commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience and top-tier service. This strategic enhancement aims to meet evolving customer needs with speed, security, and efficiency. In a statement shared on […]
Globacom’s Glo Jolly Win promotion has once again turned dreams into reality, creating a fresh wave of millionaires in Nigeria. The latest prize-giving event was held in Lagos, where five winners were awarded their cheques and instantly credited with their winnings, marking a memorable moment for the lucky subscribers. The […]
October 2024 marked a significant month for African startups, with a total of $254 million secured in funding, fueled by a record-setting $110 million Series C round from Nigerian fintech Moniepoint. This single investment accounted for 43% of the month’s total, reinforcing Nigeria’s leading role in Africa’s technology landscape and […]
Dr. Aminu Maida, the CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has emphasized the critical need for judicial support in safeguarding the nation’s telecommunications infrastructure. Speaking at the 2024 Annual Workshop for Judges on Legal and Regulatory Issues in the Communications Industry, hosted in Lagos, Maida addressed the growing threat […]
On Tuesday, November 5, the Nigerian judiciary dismissed all charges against 119 protesters, bringing relief to activists and supporters across the country. The decision followed a request from the Attorney General of the Federation’s counsel, M.D. Abubakar, to discontinue the case, which had included serious allegations such as treason felony […]
Nigeria’s rising transport fares cannot be attributed solely to the high cost of petrol. A recent report reveals that road taxes collected by state governments surged by 63% in 2023, highlighting their growing contribution to state revenues and the impact on overall transportation costs. Data from the National Bureau of […]
Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has declared that his administration’s eight-year drive in the digital and technology sectors has brought unprecedented transformation to the state. Speaking at the launch of the Edo State Digital Policy and the Edo Data Centre over the weekend, the governor emphasized that the new […]
Dangote Refinery has announced its petrol pricing structure, stating that it sells at N990 per litre for truck distribution and N960 per litre for sales to ships. This disclosure follows assertions by the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria […]
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced a plan to raise N50 billion through its latest Series 11 and 12 commercial paper (CP) issuance, part of the company’s larger N250 billion CP Issuance Programme. This initiative, disclosed to the Nigerian Exchange Limited and the public, is aimed at strengthening MTN Nigeria’s […]