Chief of Staff to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR, has lauded the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) for its impressive technological advancements, product innovations, and contributions to various economic sectors. During a familiarization visit to NASENI on August 22, 2024, accompanied by Deputy […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released updated guidelines for SIM card registration and National Identity Number (NIN) linkage to strengthen security and introduce self-help measures. The newly issued “Business Rules” are aimed at supporting the National Identity Policy for SIM card registration and related activities. A key highlight of […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have joined forces to empower Nigerian startups through the iHatch Startup Incubation Programme Cohort III. In a recent statement, NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Abdullahi, highlighted the programme’s role in fostering Nigeria’s startup ecosystem and supporting the […]
Meta and Universal Music Group (UMG) have strengthened their existing licensing partnership, broadening the scope of UMG’s music rights across Meta’s platforms. This updated agreement, announced today, extends UMG’s music rights to include WhatsApp for the first time, in addition to Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, Horizon, and Threads. The expanded deal […]
The International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has advised the Nigerian government to streamline the regulatory responsibilities of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This recommendation is part of the ITU’s report on Nigeria titled, “Collaborative Regulation: Accelerating Nigeria’s Digital Transformation.” The report highlights that […]
Researchers from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, Oyo State, and Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, Niger State, recently showcased their research and development (R&D) products funded by the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI). The presentation, held at the Technology Orientation Centre (TOC) at NASENI […]
As the industry media body, the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), prepares for its stakeholders engagement event, the fourth edition of the NITRA ICT GROWTH CONFERENCE, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) and CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida is billed to lead stakeholders to the […]
The Nigerian Postal Services (NIPOST) has initiated a crackdown on unregistered courier service providers in Osun State as part of its efforts to regulate and sanitize the industry. During a one-day enforcement operation against illegal courier and logistics operators, Dotun Sonde, General Manager of the Courier and Logistics Department […]
By Paulyn Owhievbie Ugbodaga Poor service delivery by airlines in Nigeria has reached alarming levels, with indiscriminate rescheduling of flights being a major issue. Name any Nigerian airline, and each is in competition for the title of the most egregious offender when it comes to flight rescheduling and poor service […]
President Bola Tinubu has directed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to sell crude oil to Dangote Refinery and other upcoming refineries in Naira. This directive aims to stabilize the pump price of refined fuel and the dollar-Naira exchange rate. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on […]
