NIGCOMSAT, Nigeria’s government-owned satellite company, has posted a striking jump in revenue; raking in ₦2.2 billion ($1.6 million) in 2025, up from just ₦650 million the previous year, CEO Jane Egerton-Idehen revealed. Yet the strong performance comes with a cloud of uncertainty. Nigeria’s only functioning communications satellite faces an unclear […]
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Pursuant to Section 46(3) of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023 (NDP Act), the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has initiated an investigation into the reported data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). This investigation underscores the importance of fostering trust in Nigeria’s economic environment. The NDPC notes with […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) hereby issues this regulatory advisory to all Data Controllers and Data Processors in response to the escalating threat to data security infrastructure. The Commission’s technical assessment indicates that some shadowy threat actors have engaged in coordinated operations targeting financial systems and some key digital […]
The school break is often seen as a time for students to unwind, but it can also open the door to something far more impactful. This year, that opportunity is provided by InterswitchSPAK, one of Nigeria’s leading national science competitions, created to identify and support the next generation of Science, […]
Nigeria has taken a major step in enhancing its digital governance as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) officially assumes management of the Nigeria Government Enterprise Architecture (NGEA) infrastructure. The handover ceremony in Abuja marked the successful conclusion of a strategic collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). […]
Nigeria has taken a significant step forward in its digital transformation journey as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) officially assumes control of the Nigeria Government Enterprise Architecture (NGEA) Portal. At a formal handover ceremony held at the Continental Hotel in Abuja, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi […]
Oreoluwa Alayande, the winner of the 2025 mPulse Spelling Bee Competition, attended St. Lawrence Metropolitan College, Ado Ekiti, which has received a digital upgrade from telecom behemoth; MTN Nigeria. Alayande, a second-year senior in high school, defeated thousands of competitors nationwide to win the 2025 MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition. […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s digital economy, announcing a renewed regulatory and policy drive aimed at accelerating investment, fostering innovation, and enhancing consumer protection across the telecommunications sector. Speaking at the Enugu Tech Festival, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of […]
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 […]
…New three-tier portable SSD range supports everyday, creative, and professional storage needs …SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD now available worldwide SanDisk has announced the next generation of its portable SSD portfolio, introducing a three-tier lineup engineered to handle larger file sizes, AI-generated content, and increasingly demanding digital workflows. The refreshed range […]