History has again been recorded by the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) as Nigerian Seeds have been successfully Launched to the International Space Station Aboard NASA Crew-11 Mission at the Cape Canaveral, Florida in the United States on Friday| August 1, 2025. In a Statement, Director, Media and […]

In a major milestone for Nigerian space science and agricultural research, six indigenous crop seeds have been launched into space aboard NASA’s Crew-11 Mission, marking the country’s first biological payload participation in a crewed international spaceflight. The seeds, okra, cowpea, guinea corn (sorghum), amaranth, maize, and melon , were carefully […]

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has flagged off the inaugural edition of its Annual Workshop for Attorneys-General on Emerging Issues in the Communications Sector, marking a strategic step toward aligning legal frameworks with Nigeria’s fast-evolving digital economy. Held at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, the workshop aims to foster […]

With approval from the nation’s telecommunications regulator, and to further ensure a robust conversation around the recent law declaring telecom infrastructure as a Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), positioning it as a national resource to be protected, the planned CNII & Sustainability Conference 2025 discuss has been rescheduled to hold on […]

Theme: “Future-Forward – Harnessing the Power of Youth, Innovation, and Technology for National Economic Growth” Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025 Venue: Oriental Hotel, Lagos, NigeriaOrganised by: DigiVation Network The Lagos Future Conference 2025 convened policymakers, youth leaders, innovators, tech entrepreneurs, civil society groups, and representatives of federal and state agencies […]

Phase3 Telecom, West Africa’s leading digital infrastructure and technology provider, has reaffirmed its commitment to Africa’s connected future by participating as a Platinum Sponsor at the CCT Africa 2025 Summit. The high-profile event, which will take place from July 7–9 in Mauritius, brings together top executives from the cloud, content, […]

In a bold move to bridge Nigeria’s digital and energy divide, Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at driving inclusive development across underserved communities, higher institutions, and public institutions nationwide. The strategic partnership was formalized during a […]

  The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) and Miva Open University, Abuja, have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at advancing digital innovation, education, and technology-driven development in Nigeria. Both institutions on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at DBI’s headquarters in Abuja, formalizing a new chapter of collaboration in […]

The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) and the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) have announced a high-level industry forum aimed at developing a practical roadmap for the implementation of the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Bill and ensuring the long-term sustainability of Nigeria’s telecom sector. The […]

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The Nigeria Digital Heroes: Volume 1
The long-awaited book, "The Nigeria Digital Heroes: Volume 1," is finally here! This groundbreaking work is the first of its kind to comprehensively chronicle the evolution and development of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in Nigeria, tracing its journey from the post-colonial era to the present day.
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