Raknida, a Nigerian art-tech platform, has made a significant move by expanding into the US market, thanks to a substantial $100,000 grant from Arch Grants, a non-profit organization responsible for supporting startups, based in St. Louis, USA. During the startup competition which involved 574 applicants, Raknida stood out as the […]
News
Nigerians were once again plunged into darkness on Wednesday following yet another collapse of the national power grid. This marks the 12th collapse of the grid in 2024, with 11 previous failures recorded between January and November. The national power grid experienced a particularly challenging period in October, when it […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is pleased to announce the release of a Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This pivotal document was developed in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), an Africa-focused non-profit dedicated to advancing digital innovation and […]
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced significant changes to its immigrant visa application process, effective January 1, 2025. Under the new system, applicants will be required to visit the U.S. Consulate in Lagos twice before completing their applications. The first visit will involve an in-person review of submitted […]
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed Nigeria’s importance as a leading black nation globally, responding to comments made by UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Kemi Badenoch, who previously criticized Nigeria’s leadership. Speaking at the 10th Annual Migration Dialogue in Abuja, Shettima emphasized the nation’s demographic potential and […]
In a decisive move toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and fostering an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who are serving as Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative champions to double their […]
Former President John Dramani Mahama has made a historic political comeback, securing the presidency in Ghana’s 2024 election after two previous unsuccessful attempts. Mahama, the leader of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), defeated Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), who conceded defeat on Sunday. […]
As part of its mandate to foster digital literacy, cultivate talents and empower Nigerians with the knowledge and skills needed, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has initiated a partnership with the Ministry of Education to revolutionise Nigeria’s educational system. This visionary effort to integrate digital literacy comprehensively into […]
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has inscribed Kano Durbar on its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The nomination of Kano Durbar, a religious and cultural festival that unifies the people and Nigeria’s most spectacular and biggest horse parade was adopted at the ongoing […]
TikTok, a Chinese owned social media platform, has partnered with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Data Science Nigeria (DSN) to strengthen online safety and digital awareness in Nigeria. This was made known by Data Science Nigeria (DSN) on X, formerly Twitter, revealing that the collaboration aligns seamlessly […]