The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), has unveiled a groundbreaking Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This initiative marks a significant step in addressing the rising concerns over online harms and fostering a safer […]
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The Overseeing Officer, SEDI-Minna, Dr. John A. Hemen (4th from left) flanked by Heads of Departments during the performance bond signing ceremony held at the Institute The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has taken a bold step to ensure accountability and innovation within its institutes. Recently, in […]
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has announced its readiness to handle the anticipated surge in waste generation during the festive season. The assurance was given by LAWMA’s Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, on Monday at the Authority’s headquarters in Ijora Olopa. Dr. Gbadegesin highlighted that comprehensive measures have been […]
The excitement for the holidays has only increased! One of Africa’s top financial platforms, PalmPay, runs the most popular mobile wallet in Nigeria. The two companies have partnered with Jumia, the continent’s largest e-commerce company, to introduce a holiday campaign that emphasises rewards, simplicity, and improving your shopping experience. Running […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) directive limiting cash disbursement is causing ripples among Point of Sale (POS) agents in Lagos, many of whom are raising withdrawal fees to cope with the changes. The directive, issued on Tuesday, imposes a daily transaction limit of ₦1.2 million for each POS agent […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced the transfer of regulatory oversight for the electricity market in Lagos State to the newly established Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC). The announcement was made in a statement released on Thursday via X, formerly known as Twitter. This move aligns with […]
The Federal Government has launched a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy aimed at equipping Nigerians with the skills necessary to thrive as digitalisation increasingly shapes industries and economies. This ambitious initiative, spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology in collaboration with the Commonwealth Secretariat and Intel Corporation, […]
Karl Toriola, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Nigeria, has been conferred an honorary doctorate by Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, during its 48th Convocation Ceremony. The university honoured him alongside four distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions to humanity and society. The other honorees included Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the […]
MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has announced the appointment of three new directors to its Board, effective January 2, 2025. The appointments, disclosed in a regulatory filing to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX), aim to enhance the company’s governance and strategic leadership. The new directors, Mrs. Eyitope Kola-Oyeneyin, Mr. Odumezuo Nwuneli, […]
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reaffirmed that the old and redesigned N1000, N500, and N200 banknotes will remain in circulation indefinitely and continue to serve as legal tender alongside the newer versions. In a statement issued by Mrs. Sidi Hakama, Acting Director of Corporate Communications, the CBN emphasized […]