The National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have announced a landmark partnership aimed at integrating Nigeria’s cultural and creative industries (CCI) with the country’s rapidly growing digital economy. The partnership, formalized during a meeting at NITDA headquarters in Abuja, saw NCAC […]
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is partnering with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to integrate digital literacy as a general course across all Nigerian universities. The announcement was made by NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, during a courtesy visit to the NUC headquarters in Abuja. Highlighting […]
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa (middle); Perm l. Secretary, Dr. Nasir Sani Gwarzo (right); DG NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE (left) shortly after the meeting. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is collaborating with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to embed digital literacy as a mandatory general course […]
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), Mr. Khalili Suleiman Halilu, has reaffirmed the Agency’s commitment to utilizing digital media to communicate Nigeria’s industrialization drive and promote the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration. Speaking at the opening […]
Netflix has debunked speculations about its departure from Nigeria, affirming its dedication to the country’s thriving film and creative industries. The rumors emerged after filmmaker Kunle Afolayan spoke at the 2024 Zuma International Film Festival, revealing the cancellation of several Netflix-commissioned projects. He remarked, “Three years ago, signing a three-film […]
The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) hosted the prestigious 2024 National Information Technology Merit Awards (NITMA) on November 21, 2024, at the Munson Centre in Lagos, which brought together prominent figures in Nigeria’s IT sector. The event honored exceptional contributions to the advancement of technology and innovation in the country, with attendees including industry leaders, […]
Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, Managing Director and CEO of Galaxy Backbone, has emphasized the critical role of sustainable digital infrastructure in driving Africa’s economic transformation. Speaking through a representative at the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0) in Lagos, he highlighted the company’s dedication to building foundational systems to support the […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has praised Google, X (formerly Twitter), Microsoft, and TikTok for adhering to the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries, a regulatory framework developed in collaboration with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC). The Code sets […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), has unveiled iHatch Cohort 4, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s burgeoning startup ecosystem. Scheduled to run from October 2024 to January 2025, the program will support 185 startups and 37 innovation hubs […]
The TECNO SPARK 30 city tour transformed Ikeja City Mall into a hub of excitement on Friday, November 15, delivering an unforgettable blend of games, discounts, and surprises. From the arrival of the iconic TECNO SPARK 30 transformer bus to the electrifying activities that unfolded, the day was packed with […]