The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has identified telecommunications, energy, and financial technology (fintech) as the sectors where Nigerian consumers experience the highest levels of exploitation. The disclosure was made during a press briefing at the Presidential Villa in Abuja by the Executive Vice Chairman, Tunji Bello, who […]
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As part of the government’s commitment to strengthen online safety for children and digital literacy while safeguarding the welfare of young Nigerians has began public consultations on plans to introduce age restrictions on social media use. Announcing the initiative on Tuesday via his official X account, the Minister of […]
Nigeria’s telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructure faces imminent disruption as China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC) has issued a 30-day ultimatum to suspend operations of the NigComSat-1R satellite over an outstanding debt of $11.44 million, a move that threatens military communications, television broadcasting, and internet services nationwide. In a letter addressed […]
Parallex Bank Limited has successfully completed the recapitalisation requirement of the Central Bank of Nigeria, surpassing the ₦50 billion minimum capital threshold for regional commercial banks. The milestone reinforces the Bank’s position as a financially resilient and strategically forward-looking institution within Nigeria’s evolving banking landscape. The announcement places Parallex Bank among financial institutions that have complied with the […]
The Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has announced the appointment of His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Adejare Bello, as the new Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council. In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Olarewaju, the University described the appointment as a significant milestone, noting that […]
In a historic and morale-boosting decision, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the implementation of a transformative Exit Benefit Scheme that grants retiring Federal Civil Servants a gratuity equal to 100% of their total annual emolument. In a statement released by the Director, Press and Public Relations at the […]
As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how people create, communicate, and consume media, one critical question is emerging: how do we ensure technology evolves without eroding human culture, creativity, and lived experience? This question will take center stage at MarkHack 5.0, Nigeria’s leading marketing, media, and innovation conference, scheduled for Thursday, […]
Services of the 5G for mobile phones are still limited in Nigeria, reckons SONNY ARAGBA-AKPORE Nearly five years after the introduction of the fifth generation (5G) technology for mobile telephones in Nigeria, the services are still skeletal and largely limited to parts of the urban centres. Even at that, not every urban […]
To the digital ANTICIPATOR and Saint Leo of all Stars from the Ekeh Universe – the Oracles of the digital world salute you as you celebrate a deserved success with honour. Today, the digital world does not only honour you as you celebrate, but acclaim and also cherish your Masterclass contributions […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has officially launched WorkflowPro, a dedicated digital platform for the submission and management of all official correspondence, marking its formal transition to a paperless operating environment. This strategic deployment aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment to institutionalizing digital-first public services under President Bola Ahmed […]