Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, has revealed that an estimated $2 billion investment is needed for the expansion of fiber optic cables across Nigeria. Dr. Tijani emphasized the potential improvement in service quality for mobile telephony and home internet services with the prioritization […]
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In a groundbreaking initiative, Natural Oilfield Services Limited (NOSL), in partnership with the Rise Up and Sparkle Initiative, orchestrated an inspiring event titled “Girls in STEM: Future is STEM” on November 23rd, 2023. The occasion witnessed the enthusiastic participation of girls from Queens College in Yaba, Lagos, as they […]
Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote’s first 100 days as the head of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) have been marked by transformative leadership. The newly confirmed Director General/CEO has initiated significant changes, streamlining National Identity Number (NIN) registration processes and addressing long-standing challenges. She introduced strategic restructuring and advanced technologies to […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwoolu, has officially commissioned the state-of-the-art wet hair production factory owned by Godrej Nigeria Limited, reaffirming his commitment to business-friendly reforms and economic incentives. Godrej Nigeria Limited, a prominent Indian consumer goods company, strategically established the new factory to bolster its presence and strengthen its […]
The Guidelines for Secure AI System Development have been jointly issued by the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), and their partners. These guidelines address the convergence of artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of implementing Secure by […]
The Federal Government has officially opened applications for the Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies (4IRTA) on Monday, aiming to enhance Nigeria’s economy through technological advancements. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, shared in a statement the government’s commitment to promoting the use of technology, especially […]
In collaboration with Green Agriculture West Africa Limited (GAWAL), a subsidiary of the Chinese General Construction Company (CGC), the Federal Government is empowering 5,000 women farmers across states with training in modern rice technology and diverse farming practices. Read Also:Â Empowering Women Farmers in Nepal Barrister Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye, the Minister […]
Encouraging a renaissance in creativity and innovation, Covenant University in Ogun has urged scholars in higher education to channel their efforts toward fresh innovative approaches. Read Also:Â Tech Leaders Recognized for Innovation Celebration at CIO Awards Africa 2023 During the three-day Covenant Innovation Week organized by CU and Covenant Applied Informatics […]
The Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani during the Zenith Bank Tech Fair 2023 in Lagos, revealed the Ministry’s remarkable achievement in identifying over 6,000 Nigerian AI researchers across the world. This discovery is pivotal to Nigeria’s ambition of becoming a frontrunner in Artificial Intelligence, […]
The Nigerian Communications Satellite, NIGCOMSAT, grapples with the intricate task of optimizing the operational capabilities of its satellite, NIGCOMSAT-1R, which is poised to complete its designated 15-year lifespan in a span of three years. Launched in 2011 with grand ambitions, the satellite confronts the issue of underutilization, […]
