Category: Information & Technology

Danbatta Bags APPON Award, Assures of Broadband Support for e-Procurement
June 13, 2023 No Responses

Danbatta Bags APPON Award, Assures of Broadband Support for e-Procurement

The Association of Public Procurement Practitioners of Nigeria (APPON) has conferred the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, with the “Excellent Service Delivery and Accountability Award”.  A statement issued by Director,...
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At NDSF 2023, Stakeholders Restate Importance Of 5G Services
June 12, 2023 No Responses

At NDSF 2023, Stakeholders Restate Importance Of 5G Services

Stakeholders in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry have restated the value of the Fifth Generation (5G) services, especially on the positive use of the internet to ease connectivity.They also noted that 5G technology has enhanced capab...
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Telecom Sector Contributes N2.508Tri To Nigeria’s GDP
June 9, 2023 No Responses

Telecom Sector Contributes N2.508Tri To Nigeria’s GDP

The telecommunications and Information Services sector in Nigeria has, in the first quarter 2023, delivered a handsome N2.508 trillion in terms of financial value contribution to the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP), representing 14.13 per cent.  F...
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David Isiavwe: Nigeria Needs More Investment In Infrastructure To Support Electronic Payment Systems
June 2, 2023 No Responses

David Isiavwe: Nigeria Needs More Investment In Infrastructure To Support Electronic Payment Systems

Cybersecurity expert, Dr. David Isiavwe says despite the gains of the cashless policy in Nigeria, implementation is challenged due to inadequate critical infrastructure to support electronic payment systems, particularly in rural areas.  Dr. Isiavwe, who ...
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Airtel Pays NCC N58.7b For Spectrum License Renewal
May 9, 2023 No Responses

Airtel Pays NCC N58.7b For Spectrum License Renewal

Airtel Nigeria, a subsidiary of Airtel Africa has paid N58.7 billion to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to renew its 2×10 MHz 2100 MHz spectrum license. A statement to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) signed by Company Secretary Simon O’Hara...
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NIMASA, NCC Partner On Submarine Cable Regulation
March 27, 2023 No Responses

NIMASA, NCC Partner On Submarine Cable Regulation

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) have agreed to work closely in developing a regulatory framework to provide operational guidelines for Submarine Cable and Pipeline Operators in Niger...
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CATA Tasks Tax Administrators On Global Technological Advancements
March 21, 2023 No Responses

CATA Tasks Tax Administrators On Global Technological Advancements

Tax administrators must keep up with the dynamics occasioned by disruptive new technologies of the 21st century, and arm themselves with the necessary skills, capacity and character for effective and efficient tax administration in the fourth industrial revolu...
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Nigeria, India Sign MoU On Meteorological Science Research
March 6, 2023 No Responses

Nigeria, India Sign MoU On Meteorological Science Research

Nigeria and India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on collaboration in the conduct of meteorological science, technical research and development.  A statement issued on Sunday by Mr James Odaudu, the Special Assistant on Public Affairs...
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JDI Unveils Tech Voluntary Blood Donor Community, Onyema Lauds Initiative  
February 11, 2023 No Responses

JDI Unveils Tech Voluntary Blood Donor Community, Onyema Lauds Initiative  

A nonprofit organisation, Jela’s Development Initiatives, JDI, has officially launched a software application, J Blood Match, to address the shortfall in unpaid blood donation in Nigeria.   J Blood Match app, which seamlessly connects unpaid blood dono...
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FG Approves 67 New Broadcast Stations 
February 10, 2023 No Responses

FG Approves 67 New Broadcast Stations 

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved operational licenses for 67 new broadcast outfits, the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), said on Thursday in Abuja.  NBC Director-General Balarabe Ilelah disclosed this while briefing Journalists on the scorec...
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Hyundai Heavy Industries Group Changes Name
December 27, 2022 No Responses

Hyundai Heavy Industries Group Changes Name

Hyundai Heavy Industries Group has changed its name to HD Hyundai, the company said in a regulatory filing.  According to Korean media reports, the name change coincides with the 50th anniversary held in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, which served as the...
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NCC: TikTok Challenge Used To Circulate Information-Stealing Malware 
December 7, 2022 No Responses

NCC: TikTok Challenge Used To Circulate Information-Stealing Malware 

The Nigerian Communications Commission’s Computer Security Incident Response Team (NCC-CSIRT) has warned about the potential harm of taking part in the Invisible Challenge on short-form video hosting service, TokTok, revealing that it exposes devices to ...
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FEC Approves PPP For Satellite Internet Broadband
December 1, 2022 No Responses

FEC Approves PPP For Satellite Internet Broadband

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the concession of Research and Development of Satellite Internet Broadband Project to ensure uninterrupted and high-speed fixed broadband internet penetration in Nigeria.  This is contained in a statement s...
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Buhari Tasks Corporate Leaders On Ethics, Technology  
November 24, 2022 No Responses

Buhari Tasks Corporate Leaders On Ethics, Technology  

President Muhammadu Buhari has tasked leaders of corporate organisations to build the capacity of Nigerian youths to be innovative and embrace technology to make positive contributions to their organisations and the nation.   The president, represent...
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