Nigeria’s proposed legislation requiring major social media platforms and other digital service providers to establish physical offices in the country has cleared another legislative hurdle, although concerns over its enforcement powers continue to divide supporters and critics. The bill, which seeks to amend the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023, advanced […]
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I am incredibly saddened by the news of the passing-on of Prof. Turner Timinipre Isoun. He was a fantastic leader, and I will always appreciate the guidance and support he provided to me & the National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA). Prof Isoun was not just a leader, but a […]
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) proudly announces the signing into law Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. This landmark legislation marks a transformative milestone in of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) Act, 2026 by His Excellency, President Nigeria’s journey towards a secure, inclusive and digitally empowered nation. The new Act […]
The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) has announced that engineers who undergo its forensic investigation training will be certified and added to a national register of specialists to investigate building collapses and other engineering failures across the country. The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of COREN, […]
My fellow compatriots, Three years ago, you entrusted me with the sacred responsibility of leading our beloved nation at a defining moment in our history. I accepted that responsibility, fully aware of the magnitude of the challenges before us, but also deeply confident in the resilience and potential of the […]
In a significant move to bolster national security through digital innovation, the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Abuja Chapter, has proposed a strategic collaboration with the Ministry of Defence, aimed at bridging the gap between Nigeria’s defense requirements and the country’s burgeoning technology ecosystem. The proposal was presented during a high-level […]
Shock and grief have enveloped the Obafemi Awolowo University community as the Management announced the sudden demise of one of its medical students, Oreoluwa Emmanuel Adewole, a Part IV student in the College of Health Sciences. In a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the University, Abiodun Olarewaju, the […]
The Lagos State Government has released a set of Cybersecurity Guidelines, a strategic framework designed to enhance digital safety for businesses, public institutions, and residents. This development represents another decisive step in Lagos’ mission to become a SMART, secure, and globally competitive digital hub. As Africa’s fastest growing technology ecosystem, […]
Digital Society Nigeria, a national coalition of technology professionals, policymakers, and digital advocates, has extended heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday, praising his administration’s unwavering commitment to advancing Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda. In a statement signed by the National Leader of Digital […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has issued a stern warning to social media content creators across the country, urging them to respect citizens’ privacy rights when producing and sharing digital content. The caution follows growing concerns over the increasing trend of recording and publishing videos or images of unsuspecting […]
