MainOne, West Africa’s premier provider of connectivity and data centre solutions, announced the expansion of its fibre-optic network infrastructure to the Lagos Free Zone in Lekki. The Lagos Free Zone, Nigeria’s first private free zone, intends to be the preferred investment destination in Nigeria by providing best-in-class infrastructure, facilities, and […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission’s (NCC) vast experience as a long-standing member of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has served as a booster to the Commission in its effective implementation of government policies, and in stimulating regulatory initiatives focused on advancing Nigeria’s digital transformation. The NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), Prof. […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA through one of its subsidiaries, Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), in collaboration with Lotus Beta Analytics Nigeria Limited has commenced a Capacity Building Program for Vibrant Startups with the aim of supporting their Innovative capacities. Held at the Public Service Institute (PSIN) […]
Bharti Airtel (Airtel), India’s largest communications solutions provider, exhibited 5G’s high-speed, low-latency capabilities, claiming that they will alter the future of video entertainment and improve the customer experience. Airtel recreated the in-stadium experience of Kapil Dev’s memorable 175 not out vs Zimbabwe at the 1983 Cricket World Cup using cutting-edge […]
The Federal Government has expressed its openness to collaborate on Artificial Intelligence with the Nigeria Computer Society in order to strengthen the country’s economy. Artificial intelligence, according to TECHlife with Ugo, is the use of computer systems to do jobs that would ordinarily need human intelligence. The Minister of Communication […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has partnered with the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), the National Assembly (NASS), and the Cyber Future Academy (CFA) to ensure that Nigeria, which has the largest economy in Africa with over 41.5 million SMEs, takes advantage of the paradigm shift in the […]
As it concentrates on executing its strategy to drive growth, de-leverage faster, and expose value in its fintech and fibre businesses, MTN Group has announced senior leadership appointments to operating companies in Nigeria, Iran, and Sudan, all of whom are internal candidates. The appointments will begin on April 1, 2022. […]
The Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami), has reiterated that the use of emerging technologies in combating insecurity remains a veritable tool which Nigeria will continue to capitalise on, as government and stakeholders are pointing towards digital technology as the next available option to […]
In keeping with its renowned tradition and belief in strategic partnership and collaboration, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has expressed its willingness to work with the Bayelsa State Government to accelerate the deployment of telecommunications infrastructure, digital literacy, and skills in the state. Prof. Umar Danbatta, NCC’s Executive Vice Chairman […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has been named the ‘Public Sector Regulator of the Year 2021’ in appreciation of its vigilance in the auction of the processes for the implementation of Nigeria’s fifth-generation (5G) network. Neptune Network Nigeria Limited presented the award during a ceremony held in Abuja in conjunction […]