The National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO) is advocating for a policy that would require lawmakers, policy makers, and diplomats to undergo cultural training and orientation. Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, the Executive Secretary/CEO of NICO, emphasized the importance of cultural understanding in governance during a presentation at the 2024 Management Retreat […]
In a landmark move, the National Assembly of Nigeria has granted full financial and administrative autonomy to all 774 local council authorities by amending section 124 of the nation’s constitution. This amendment aims to elevate local councils to a full third tier of government, ensuring they operate without undue interference […]
Telecommunication giants in Nigeria, including MTN, Airtel, and Globacom, are urging the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to authorize a tariff hike to reflect current economic realities. In a joint statement issued by the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) and the Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), […]
Chioma Ekeh, a pioneering figure in Africa’s technology sector, celebrates her 60th birthday, marking a milestone in her illustrious career and impactful contributions to the industry. Her journey from a mathematics student in India to becoming a prominent leader in technology distribution has been nothing short of extraordinary. Studying […]
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has criticized his successor, Bosun Tijani, for relaunching the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR). Pantami expressed displeasure at Tijani’s announcement, feeling that his “legacy” was being claimed. Pantami’s criticism came after Tijani announced the relaunch of NCAIR with […]
Meta, the company behind Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has expanded its AI service, “Meta AI,” to 12 countries outside the United States, including Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Canada, Australia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. The rollout, currently available in English, aims to enhance connections and equip users with new creative, expressive, […]
In the first quarter of 2024, cash transactions in Nigeria surged to a staggering N237 trillion, marking an 88 percent increase from the previous year’s N126 trillion, according to new statistics from the Nigeria Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS). This surge underscores the country’s growing reliance on electronic payment channels, […]
MTN Group, in collaboration with Huawei, has officially inaugurated the Technology Innovation Lab at MTN Group’s headquarters, marking a significant milestone in their ongoing partnership across various digital domains. Initially announced during MWC 2024, the lab’s establishment aims to deepen collaboration, accelerate digital transformation, and promote sustainable development across Africa. […]
In a groundbreaking move, Elon Musk’s Starlink has unveiled a remarkable 45% reduction in hardware prices for its satellite internet service in Nigeria. The Starlink internet router, previously priced at N800,000, has now been slashed to an astonishing N440,000, as confirmed by the company’s recent price update. While the […]
Former Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, emerges as a driving force behind the dynamic evolution of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, marking a significant stride towards economic advancement. During his tenure, Prof. Danbatta spearheaded a series of innovative policies and initiatives aimed at […]
