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University of Port Harcourt Honors NITDA DG with Excellence Award for Pioneering Digital Transformation

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The University of Port Harcourt has awarded its prestigious Excellence Award upon the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), recognizing his outstanding impact and accomplishments in the realm of digital innovation and transformation in Nigeria. The award, presented by the Centre for Information and Telecommunication Engineering at […]

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MTN Nigeria Takes Grassroots Sports to the Next Level with 20 New Athletes Joining MoC Athletics Academy

Ugochi Emmanuel 2 years ago

MTN Nigeria has taken another step in supporting grassroots sports by inducting 20 promising athletes into the Making of Champions (MoC) Athletics Academy. The induction ceremony took place at MTN’s headquarters in Ikoyi, Lagos, during a press conference. The selected athletes were chosen based on their exceptional performances in the […]

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Digital Encode, NeuRaL AI, and NiRA Partner with NITRA for Upcoming ICT Growth Conference Focused on AI and National Development

Ugochi Emmanuel 2 years ago

Digital Encode, a leading cybersecurity and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) firm, along with NeuRaL AI, an artificial intelligence company, have announced their collaboration with the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) for its forthcoming annual multi-stakeholder conference. The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), which manages Nigeria’s .ng domain registry, […]

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Gbajabiamila Applauds NASENI’s Technological Innovations During Facility Tour, Commends Agency’s Role in Advancing Nigeria’s Digital Economy

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The Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR, has lauded the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for its significant contributions to technological advancements, innovative products, and sectoral interventions across Nigeria’s economy. During a visit to the agency on Thursday, August 22, […]

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Stakeholders Rally Behind NCC’s Plan to Deliver Free Access to Digital Learning Platforms Nationwide The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has received overwhelming support from key stakeholders for its proposed framework to provide zero-rated access to educational platforms and digital learning content, a move expected to remove cost barriers to online education and accelerate digital inclusion across Nigeria. The endorsement came during the Commission’s maiden public consultation on the proposed framework, “Zero-Rated Access to Educational Platforms and Content in Nigeria,” held in Abuja on Tuesday. The initiative, which seeks to enable students and learners to access approved educational resources without incurring data charges, was widely applauded as a transformative step towards expanding educational opportunities and bridging the country’s digital divide. The consultation attracted representatives from the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, the Federal Ministry of Education, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), uLesson Group, telecommunications operators, development partners and other stakeholders. Participants unanimously stressed that while the initiative holds immense promise, its success will depend on sustained collaboration among government agencies, telecommunications operators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), educational institutions and the private sector. They also called for increased investments in broadband infrastructure, network expansion and service quality to guarantee reliable and affordable internet connectivity capable of supporting nationwide access to digital learning resources. Speaking at the forum, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, disclosed that the Industry Committee established by the Commission had undertaken extensive reviews of the technical, policy, regulatory and commercial implications of the initiative before developing a consultation paper to guide stakeholder engagement. Represented by the Commission’s Director of Policy, Competition and Economic Analysis, Ayuba Shuaibu, Maida said broad stakeholder participation was essential to developing a practical, inclusive and sustainable framework that reflects industry realities while advancing Nigeria’s educational goals. He noted that contributions from network operators, educational institutions, content providers, government agencies, development partners, civil society organisations, teachers, students and the wider public would help shape a framework that balances educational priorities with regulatory effectiveness, transparency, commercial viability and long-term sustainability. According to him, the public consultation underscores the Commission’s commitment to leveraging digital technology to improve access to education and promote inclusive national development. “The engagement provides a platform for stakeholders across the communications, education, technology and development sectors to jointly examine practical pathways for providing learners with free or specially supported access to accredited educational platforms and digital content,” he said. Maida explained that the initiative is specifically designed to eliminate connectivity barriers that prevent millions of Nigerians from accessing quality educational resources, particularly students in underserved and disadvantaged communities. “The initiative forms part of the Commission’s broader efforts to leverage technology in advancing national educational objectives and promoting inclusive digital participation,” he added. The consultation also enabled participants to scrutinise the proposed implementation framework, assess operational and regulatory requirements, and offer recommendations on critical issues, including eligibility criteria for educational platforms, governance structures, consumer protection mechanisms, implementation models and accreditation standards for educational content. Stakeholders submitted practical recommendations aimed at strengthening the framework, ensuring fairness among service providers, safeguarding consumers and enhancing the long-term sustainability of the initiative. The Commission stated that all submissions received during the consultation would be carefully reviewed and incorporated into the final framework, which will serve as the roadmap for implementation. Once operational, the Zero-Rated Access Initiative is expected to significantly expand access to digital education, improve digital literacy, promote equitable learning opportunities and support Nigeria’s broader socio-economic development by making quality educational resources more accessible to every learner, regardless of location or financial status.

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