The Chief Executive Officer and Director-General of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mrs. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has been awarded an honorary doctorate degree by the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja. The prestigious recognition was presented during a ceremony held on Tuesday in the Federal Capital Territory. The […]
Technology
In a bid to enhance the skills and competencies of government employees in navigating digital tools and technologies, the Federal Government has launched a digital literacy training programme for federal civil servants. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Office […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy has approved Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) plans to increase call and data tariffs. This was revealed at a meeting held in Abuja with stakeholders of various MNOs and the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, […]
NVIDIA, an American multinational technology company that designs and manufactures graphics processing units (GPUs), software, and other products for a variety of industries has unveiled the GeForce RTX 50 Series, based on its Blackwell technology that powers AI data center chips. This was announced by the company’s CEO, Jensen […]
LG Electronics, a South Korean multinational consumer electronics company has unveiled its latest electronic inventions at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 with its showcase of innovative products and technologies. The company’s theme, “Life’s Good 24/7 with Affectionate Intelligence,” highlighted its focus on providing incredible convenience and new customer […]
NTUNG NGELA LANDON Ntung Ngela Landon, a 23-year-old technology innovator from Cameroon, is using technology to drive change in her community. She designed an automatic irrigation system prototype, benefiting over 100 large-scale farmers by improving crop growth, farm surveys, and reducing labor. The project also engaged 20 engineering students in […]
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has emphasized the transformative potential of technology in fostering economic growth and addressing societal challenges. Speaking at the FutureMap Academy Workshop in Hadejia, Jigawa State, Kashifu called on policymakers to harness the unique resources and talents within […]
Galaxy Backbone (GBB), the Federal Government’s information technology and shared services provider, has successfully extended its fibre optic network to Lagos, Ibadan, and Ilorin. This expansion is part of Phase II of the National Information and Communication Technology Infrastructure Backbone (NICTIB) project. Read Also: Galaxy Backbone Deepens ICT Partnerships with Plateau […]
Huawei, a global technological infrastructure and smart devices provider, has officially launched its local cloud service in Nigeria and is set to offer enhanced data sovereignty, reduced latency, and bolstered support for local businesses, aligning with Nigeria’s regulatory environment and digital transformation goals. This was unveiled at a launch event, […]
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 […]
