Umar Danbatta, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), recently shared his achievements and the Commission’s efforts to boost broadband penetration, aiming for 50% by the end of 2023 as part of the national target to reach 70% by 2025. Danbatta announced that 5G […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has initiated its third Talent Hunt Research through Hackathon competition, aligning with its Strategic Vision Plan 2023-2025. This initiative aims to encourage the development of innovative technologies and local content through cutting-edge research, ultimately fostering sustainable economic growth in Nigeria. The NCC invites Tech Hubs […]
The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) has announced Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu no as its newly elected President during the Inaugural Ceremony of the 2023-2025 Executive Council, known as the National Executive Council (NEC). In his acceptance speech at the NCS headquarters on September 7th, 2023, Dr. Aliyu expressed his commitment […]
The inaugural West Africa Telecoms Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition (WATISE) is set to bring together key players from the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry in Lagos. The event aims to address the challenges related to telecoms infrastructure that hinder the growth of the digital economy in the region. Distinguished […]
Possible EVS has announced its plans to introduce Africa’s First Multi-brand Electric Vehicle Experience Centre (EVEC) to address the information deficit and promote the widespread acceptance of electric vehicles (EVs) in the nation. The center will feature top electric vehicle brands such as Tesla and BMW, among others. The […]
The Vice President at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, Hossam Kandeel, believes that 5G technology will play a crucial role in advancing Nigeria’s digital economy. He emphasizes that Information and Communication Technology is a key driver of economic development. Kandeel highlights Nigeria’s significance as an ICT market in sub-Saharan […]
The newly appointed CEO of NASENI, Mr. Khalil Suleiman Halilu, has committed to achieving President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda by utilizing Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) in the economy. He expressed this during his address to NASENI’s management and staff on September 4, 2023, following his appointment by President Bola […]
The new CEO of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure in Nigeria, Mr. Khalil Halilu, emphasized the importance of recognizing and nurturing the country’s tech talents. He praised Nigerian talents for their global achievements and made this point during his inaugural address to the agency’s management and […]
President Bola Tinubu has given his endorsement for Khalil Suleiman Halilu to assume the role of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) as its new Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Halilu took over the position of EVC/CEO of NASENI, replacing Dr. Bashiru Gwandu, […]
The Nigerian Federal Government is seeking applications from researchers of Nigerian origin worldwide to contribute to the development of the National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy. Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, made this announcement on Twitter, encouraging Nigerians to recommend top researchers for this initiative. […]