Mr. Yemi Oshodi, CEO, Information Connectivity Solutions Limited (ICSL) At the prestigious IDEA Dinner 2025 organized by Techlife Media and Communications, Mr. Yemi Oshodi, CEO of Information Connectivity Solutions Limited (ICSL), delivered a powerful and timely message that set the tone for the evening: “Infrastructure is not just about technology […]
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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has officially launched the NIN Authentication (NINAuth) service, a state-of-the-art platform aimed at enhancing the security, privacy, and efficiency of identity verification across Nigeria. This initiative, approved by the Federal Government and in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, mandates the […]
The naira weakened further against the U.S. dollar on Monday, closing at N1,605.63/$1 in the official market—a 0.22% decline from its previous rate of N1,602/$1, according to data from the Nigeria Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM). The local currency faced renewed demand pressure during the trading session, swinging between a high […]
Airtel Africa has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to deliver Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet to customers across the continent, significantly boosting connectivity in some of the most remote and underserved areas in Africa. According to reports from Techeconomy, SpaceX has already secured operating licenses in 9 of the 14 […]
MTN South Africa is taking bold steps to ensure no customer is left behind as the country prepares to sunset its 2G and 3G networks by the end of 2027. In a strategic and inclusive move, the telecom giant is offering over one million of its low-income prepaid users 4G […]
PalmPay is accelerating Nigeria’s transition to a cashless economy by championing the adoption of contactless-enabled payment terminals, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, inclusion, and secure digital finance. The announcement came during the BusinessDay Future of Payment Conference themed “Fintech Evolution: Gateway to Payments,” where fintech leaders gathered to explore the […]
The spotlight will be on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital governance as industry leaders converge for the 2025 edition of Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Lecture and Awards. Scheduled to hold on May 24, 2025, at the prestigious Four Points by Sheraton, the landmark event will feature a […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has successfully hosted its inaugural Digital Literacy Stakeholders Workshop, focusing on the theme, “Building Sustainable Partnerships and Pathways Towards Achieving 95% Digital Literacy Level by 2030.” The two-day event brought together key representatives from government agencies, private sector organizations, civil society groups, and […]
A new chapter in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey opened in Ibadan as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), inaugurated a modern Information Technology Community Centre aimed at equipping youth and women with future-ready digital skills. The centre, located within the Oladipo […]
From L-R Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, DG, NITDA; Wife of Oyo State Governor Engr (Mrs) Tamunominini Makinde; Oyo State Governor, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde; Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady Federal Republic of Nigeria; Dr Bosun Tijani, HM, Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy; former Minister of Trade, Chief (Mrs) Onikepo Akande and Ooni […]