In view of the fact that digital technologies are changing the world at a faster pace than previously experienced waves of technological innovation and are reshaping and introducing new business models and sectors, the Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has reemphasized the need […]
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CommunicationsWeek Media Limited, a certified global ICT company with over two million online subscribers, are delighted and proud to announce Dr Oluseyi Akindeinde, chief technology officer (CTO), Digital Encode as the keynote speaker for this year’s Beacon of ICT (BoICT) Distinguished Lecture series. Akindeinde will be speaking on the theme […]
Says no tariff hike without recourse to empirical studies The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been closely monitoring the flood of media stories about Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) apparently seeking to raise telecom service pricing and has taken note of telecom users’ concerns about the agitation. In a letter to […]
Consistent with its strategic objective of stakeholder collaboration and partnering, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) recently met a section of stakeholders in the mass media industry. The forum was a workshop, organised to keep Nigerian journalists who specialise in reporting on the telecom and ICT sector, abreast of emerging developments […]
…As Adewolu Leads Delegation To Ogun On Consumer Sensitisation The Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, Okukenu IV, has applauded the regulatory strides of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in ensuring accelerated growth of the telecommunications sector, thus making the sector a flagship enabler of Nigeria’s prosperity. The Paramount […]
The National Commissioner (NC) of the Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB), Dr Vincent Olatunji CPPPS, CDPO, FIIM has said that with the exponential rise in the processing of data online through satellite communications, appropriate mechanisms must be put in place to ensure adequate security, effective protection and regulated data processing […]
The second edition of Trendupp Awards has been officially announced by Trendupp Africa, Nigeria’s first-ever reward-based platform for creatives. The Trendupp Awards, which are built on the notion of celebrating creativity and the power of influence through outstanding use of social media, are aimed at rewarding content creators, influencers, and […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is finalizing preparations to disconnect all networks in the country from phoney and counterfeit phones. The Device Management System (DMS), a technology solution that will also allow the telecoms regulator to disconnect any phone classified as stolen, will be used to do this. According to […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has been alerted to an attack on one of its highway workers (sweepers) at Isolo Road, Isolo, by some unscrupulous elements bent on disrupting the Authority’s ongoing efforts to establish a cleaner and healthier environment in the state. The worker was seriously injured with […]
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the umbrella body for Nigerian telecom operators, has announced that it is working with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to unbar unlinked lines in the country. ALTON’s head of regulatory services, Adejumoke Ajala, revealed […]