Dr. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice-Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has revealed a comprehensive five-year plan, emphasizing the need for expanded 5G networks and addressing challenges hindering the growth of the telecoms sector. During a recent forum in Lagos, Dr. Maida expressed his commitment to tackling […]
Innovation
Lagos State has achieved a significant milestone in land acquisition and documentation with the launch of an innovative electronic Geographic Information System (e-GIS) portal by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. This digital platform transforms the traditional manual processes into a streamlined, efficient, and transparent system for acquiring, documenting, and verifying land in […]
DAAR Communications PLC has been named the Strategic Media Partner for the eagerly anticipated ‘Essentials of Modern Marketing – Nigeria Edition,’ slated for a grand launch in September 2024. The announcement brings together DAAR Communications, recognized for AIT television and Ray Power FM radio, and the globally acclaimed marketing […]
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced it will conduct the first-ever free computer-based mock exam for private candidates gearing up for the 2024 first-series West African Senior Secondary School Examination (WASSCE). This was disclosed by the Acting Head of Public Affairs at WAEC national office in Lagos, Moyosola […]
In response to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), Meta Platforms, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is set to offer users in Europe more choices regarding the sharing of information across its services. Users will receive notifications over the next few weeks, allowing them to decide if they […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has unveiled plans to launch a self-service application that will streamline the National Identification Number (NIN) enrollment process for Nigerians in the diaspora. The initiative, announced during a strategic meeting between Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chair of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), and Abisoye Coker-Odusote, […]
Leading technology innovation giant and top smartphone maker, TECNO, sponsors of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024 in Cote D Ivoire is spicing up the mood of the fans in Abidjan and the rest of Africa. The global tech brand organized a star-studded charity match on day two […]
A recent report from the World Bank titled “Digital transformation drives development in Africa” revealed that improved internet access over three years contributed to a seven percent reduction in extreme poverty in Nigeria and Tanzania. The report also highlighted an eight percent increase in labor force participation and wage employment […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has expressed its commitment to prioritize the fulfillment of expectations from the three primary stakeholders in the industry: Consumers, Licenses/Industry, and the Government, as part of its overarching agenda. Aminu Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), communicated this strategic focus during a media session in […]
CBN Undergoes Major Restructuring: Plans to Relocate Key Departments to Lagos Amidst Staff Discontent The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is undergoing significant changes under the leadership of Governor Yemi Cardoso, with plans to relocate major departments from the Abuja headquarters to the former headquarters in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria. This […]
