In a world where technology and innovation shape progress, the Rise Up and Sparkle Initiative (RUSI) has taken a bold step to spotlight young female achievers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The STEM Trailblazer Awards 2025, held across Lagos, Ogun State, and Abuja, were not just a celebration […]
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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) wishes to commend Google, Microsoft, and TikTok for their continued compliance with the Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries and for the submission of the 2024 compliance report. The Code which was issued jointly by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), […]
Nigerian women are making their mark on the global stage, showcasing innovative solutions and driving a new narrative of tech-led growth at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9). Held in Yokohama, Japan, the conference, themed “Co-Create Innovative Solutions with Africa,” served as a critical platform for […]
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), in partnership with leading industry stakeholders including Wema Bank, Zoracom, and Medallion Data Centre, has pledged its support for the fifth edition of the Women Entrepreneurs and Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS 5.0). This endorsement underscores the growing influence of WEETS as a premier platform […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has commenced a sweeping investigation into organisations across key sectors of the economy over alleged data breaches and non-compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023. The probe will cover banks, insurers, pension operators, hospitality firms, gaming companies, and insurance brokers, among others, […]
Global data center and interconnection provider, Digital Realty, has officially launched its third data center in Lagos, South-West Nigeria, expanding its footprint in West Africa and reinforcing its commitment to powering Nigeria’s digital economy. The new facility, tagged LKK2, adds nearly 2 megawatts (MW) of IT capacity across 23,000 square […]
At NCS ConNovate 2025, an international conference themed “Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for a Connected World”, Prof. Stella Chiemeke awarded ₦1 million to outstanding doctoral students as part of the event’s Doctoral Consortium. Recalling a similar event last year at NCS SmartEco 2024 where Prof. Stella Chiemeke awarded […]
The Cloud Network Foundation, a key stakeholder in Nigeria’s telecoms industry, extends a warm welcome to Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe, the newly appointed Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Board. We commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing individuals of proven competence and vast experience to steer the communications sector. […]
Despite the heated campaign generated leading to the 2025 Ncs election, Sirajo and Charles retained their seats. The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has re-elected Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu as President and Dr. Charles Onyeukwu as Deputy President during its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Kano State. Dr. Aliyu, an […]
Digital Realty Nigeria, a leading carrier-neutral data centre operator, has officially launched its ServiceFabric interconnection platform alongside the commissioning of its new LKK2 Data Centre in Lagos. The milestone event marks a significant expansion of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, empowering enterprises with next-generation connectivity and hybrid IT capabilities. ServiceFabric, a secure, […]
