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 […]
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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 […]
Nigerians were once again plunged into darkness on Wednesday following yet another collapse of the national power grid. This marks the 12th collapse of the grid in 2024, with 11 previous failures recorded between January and November. The national power grid experienced a particularly challenging period in October, when it […]
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is pleased to announce the release of a Whitepaper on the Framework for an Online Harms Protection Bill in Nigeria. This pivotal document was developed in collaboration with Advocacy for Policy and Innovation (API), an Africa-focused non-profit dedicated to advancing digital innovation and […]
In a decisive move toward bridging Nigeria’s digital divide and fostering an inclusive digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members who are serving as Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative champions to double their […]
As part of its mandate to foster digital literacy, cultivate talents and empower Nigerians with the knowledge and skills needed, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has initiated a partnership with the Ministry of Education to revolutionise Nigeria’s educational system. This visionary effort to integrate digital literacy comprehensively into […]