The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has proposed a new regulatory measure requiring telecommunications operators to provide subscribers with a minimum of 14 days’ notice before deactivating SIM cards due to inactivity or post-paid churn. The proposal is contained in a consultation paper titled “Stakeholders Consultation Process for the Telecoms Identity […]
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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has aligned with sixty (60) Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) across the globe in endorsing the Joint Statement on AI-Generated Imagery and the Protection of Privacy. The Joint Statement, coordinated by the International Enforcement Cooperation Working Group (IEWG) of the Global Privacy Assembly, reflects mounting […]
In a strategic effort to strengthen Nigeria’s public sector through technology, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has completed a specialised digital capacity-building programme for staff of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), alongside the donation of 35 laptops to support their operations. The initiative is designed to help the […]
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has released its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, posting a strong financial turnaround with a Profit After Tax (PAT) of N1.11 trillion, compared to a loss of N400.4 billion recorded in 2024. The telecom giant recorded significant growth across key performance […]
MTN Nigeria has released its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025, posting a remarkable earnings recovery in one of the strongest corporate turnarounds in recent years. In its filing on the Nigerian Exchange, the telecom giant reported a pre-tax profit of N1.70 trillion for 2025, a […]
Award-winning Nigerian producer and singer Pheelz is set to take centre stage this weekend as a featured guest on African Voices Changemakers on CNN International. The 30-minute programme, sponsored by telecommunications giant Globacom, begins airing on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Hosted by Larry Madowo, the episode features an in-depth conversation […]
In a major push to advance digital inclusion in Enugu State, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has equipped 50 promising young innovators with digital tools, while commending Governor Peter Mbah for his strong backing of the Agency’s South-East Zonal Office. Speaking at the event, NITDA Director General Kashifu […]
Yesterday, a new chapter in police history began. Kayode Egbetokun, who was scheduled to retire in June of next year, resigned as Inspector-General of Police (IGP) with immediate effect. Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) Olatunji Rilwan Disu was named acting Inspector General of Police by President Bola […]
Moruf Oseni; the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Wema Bank, has declared March 4, 2026, as the official date of its 2026 IWD Grand Event. The global IWD 2026 theme, “Give To Gain,” served as the inspiration for this year’s celebration and the event will be held under […]
Free WiFi services have finally been introduced at two of Nigeria’s busiest airports thanks to a collaboration between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and MTN Nigeria, following years of passenger complaints about inadequate or nonexistent internet connectivity at Nigerian airports. The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja and […]