Peace Timi As we traverse the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, it’s intriguing to take a step back and reflect on the origins and early developments of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). These fields, now at the forefront of innovation, have a rich history filled with milestones that […]
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Nigeria’s burgeoning telecommunications landscape has propelled the West African tech economy to new heights, with the region’s telecoms sector now valued at $63.1 trillion. This significant revenue surge is largely driven by the rapid growth in Fintech, E-commerce, and digital marketplaces, which collectively contribute 80% of the sector’s annual growth. […]
L-R: Deputy Director, Manufacturing Services, Engineering Directorate, NASENI, Dr. Salawu Morufu; Director, Manufacturing Services Department, Engineering Directorate, NASENI, Engr. Dr. Olayode Olasupo; Director, Information, New Media & Protocol, NASENI, Mr. Segun Ayeoyenikan; Research Director, NASENI, Engr. Prof. Abdulmalik Onuwe; Prof. Abass Alade, Department of Chemical Engineering, LAUTECH; Research Director and representative of […]
WhatsApp, a messaging service in Nigeria, is considering suspending its operations in the country in response to recent regulatory actions. This potential suspension comes after the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) imposed a hefty $220 million fine on Meta Platforms, WhatsApp’s parent company, for alleged violations of data […]
The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) is gearing up for its fourth edition of the ICT Growth Conference, scheduled to take place at the Citiheight Hotel, Ikeja Lagos on August 8, 2024. This year’s conference, themed “Impact of AI On National Development: Prospects, Policies, and Challenges in Nigeria,” aims […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the Digital Transformation Center (DTC) Nigeria and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), recently hosted a two-day event titled “Digital Policy Dialogue: Cooperate. Innovate.” The event aimed to engage stakeholders on the Participatory Policy Implementation Framework (PPIF). During the event, […]
Over the weekend many telecom subscribers/consumers were unable to access their phone lines because of the inability of many telecom consumers to verify their National Identification Numbers (NINs) with their Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs). This meant that their numbers were blocked by their telecom service providers in keeping with laws […]
Nigeria’s mobile network operators (MNOs) have united to initiate a customer sensitisation campaign with the goal of offering useful advice for better data management, in response to numerous grievances regarding data depletion. Through the optimisation of subscribers’ data consumption, this program aims to improve customer satisfaction. Several smart data consumption […]
TECNO, a leading technology brand, has partnered with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to support the Nigeria Learning Passport, a comprehensive digital learning platform. Launched in 2022 by the Federal Ministry of Education and UNICEF, the Nigeria Learning Passport provides curriculum-based materials in local languages, accessible both online and […]
The flight to stardom has reached its crescendo as Chima emerges victorious as the winner of Nigerian Idol Season 9, a victory well-deserved and celebrated by all. Empowered by TECNO, this season of Nigerian Idol has been nothing short of spectacular, showcasing incredible talent and delivering unforgettable moments. TECNO played […]