Globacom, a leading digital solutions provider, has teamed up with electronics giant Samsung to introduce an exclusive pre-order package for the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S25 series. This collaboration aims to provide Glo subscribers with special perks while reaffirming the company’s commitment to offering premium services. Unveiled on January 22, […]
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The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) hosted a specialized training workshop for members of the Nigeria INGO Forum (NIF). The initiative underscores NDPC’s drive to equip international non-governmental organisations (INGOs) operating in Nigeria with the necessary skills and knowledge to uphold data security standards. Representing NDPC’s National Commissioner and CEO, […]
As part of the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda to enhance governance and improve service delivery, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is ramping up efforts to establish a one-stop-shop portal for all government services. This initiative aligns with the President’s directive to digitize 75% of government services by 2027, […]
The Ministry of Education confirmed on Friday that Tunji Alausa, the Minister of Education, only advocated the implementation of a 12-year basic education system. The ministry indicated that reports of an instant policy shift on the case were false. Several media sites reported that a new policy aimed at eliminating […]
The Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, in conjunction with Huawei Technologies, has set up four new Intelligent Transport System sites to monitor, detect, and regulate traffic flows. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Commissioner of Transportation, revealed this during a press event on Thursday, noting that the new installations would supplement the existing Automatic […]
The Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS) has announced a significant upgrade to its Nigeria Quick Response (NQR) payment system, enhancing transaction speed, security, and overall efficiency. These improvements aim to make digital payments more seamless for businesses and individuals while supporting Nigeria’s transition to a cashless economy. Speaking on the […]
MTN Nigeria’s mPulse team visited Glorious Covenant School in Rivers State to celebrate the exceptional achievement of Ikenna Ikechukwu, the 2024 MTN mPulse Spelling Bee champion. The event, held in January 2025, recognized Ikenna’s remarkable victory, which was sealed with his flawless spelling of “Cornucopia” at the Grand Finale in […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has released rules on the process for tariff reviews in the wake of the controversy surrounding the Federal Government’s alleged increase in electricity rates. In accordance with the Electricity Act 2023, the commission must review and approve a fair tariff to enable licensees to recover […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has launched the National Broadband Alliance for Nigeria (NBAN), an initiative aimed at improving internet access across the country. With Nigeria’s broadband penetration currently at 44%, the government is pushing to raise it to 70% by 2025, while also increasing investments in broadband infrastructure by […]
The planned protest against the recent 50% increase in telecom tariffs has been called off following a last-minute intervention by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) suspended its decision during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday, marking a shift in its stance […]