With the aim of bolstering data protection in Nigeria, the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Dr. Vincent Olatunji, announced the commission’s achievement of engaging with 163 Data Protection Compliance Organizations (DPCOs). Dr. Olatunji highlighted the collaborative efforts between NDPC and DPCOs, […]
Year: 2024
In a move aimed at revolutionizing Nigeria’s Information Technology (IT) sector, the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has received commendation from the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) for its decision to unbundle the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science programme. The unbundling will result in four distinct […]
In a move towards enhancing the efficiency and quality of Information Technology (IT) services within the Federal Government of Nigeria, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has embarked on a thorough review of the Guidelines for Registration of ICT Service Providers/Contractors. Initially introduced in 2018, these guidelines were designed […]
Nigerians continue to showcase their intelligence on the global stage, making significant strides across diverse academic fields. A recent standout example is Abdulrasaq Olatunde Ogunyale, affectionately known as Tunde Ogunyale, who achieved an outstanding accomplishment during the graduation ceremonies at the University of Queensland. Situated in Australia and consistently ranked […]
Zenith Bank PLC, a prominent financial institution in Nigeria, vehemently refutes recent claims circulating in certain media outlets regarding the alleged apprehension of its Group Managing Director, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu. Contrary to these unfounded reports, the bank asserts that Dr. Onyeagwu has not been subjected to arrest or detainment by […]
LAWMA, the Lagos Waste Management Authority, has introduced a new toll-free number, 08000LAWMA, to enhance communication and make its waste management services more accessible to residents. Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, the Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, emphasized that the introduction of this toll-free number aims to broaden communication avenues with the public. […]
TECNO, the mobile phones giant, has kicked off the new year with an electrifying announcement, declaring its intent to launch an enticing promotional campaign for its users and customers across Nigeria. In an official press statement, TECNO revealed that it is presenting its customers and fans with an exciting opportunity […]
On Tuesday, the Group Managing Directors (GMDs) of Zenith, Providus, and Jaiz banks responded to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) invitation, where they cooperated by submitting documents related to accounts linked to the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. A reliable source within the agency confirmed the compliance, revealing that […]
Moruf Oseni’s Wema Bank faced N8.067 billion in court cases as of September 2023, coupled with a loss of N239.920 million due to fraud and burglary during the nine-month period ending September 2023. The recently released financial statement to the Nigerian Exchange Group unveiled these challenges. However, the […]
On Tuesday, the Group Managing Directors (GMDs) of Zenith, Providus, and Jaiz banks responded to the invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). They cooperated by submitting documents pertaining to accounts held by the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to the anti-graft agency. Following the handover of the documents, […]