The Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released its highly anticipated 2023 Economic Report, revealing key insights into the nation’s economic performance. At the forefront of this analysis is the Information and Communication sector, which emerged as the primary driver of economic growth, commanding a significant 17.3% share of the […]

Bowed by the ecstasy of the recently concluded African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 and the enthusiasm of the continents football fans, TECNO Mobile has announced a groundbreaking initiative to renovate 100 football fields across AFRICA over the next five years. This ambitious project, aimed at improving infrastructure at the […]

The House of Representatives has taken a significant step towards improving healthcare accessibility and quality by urging the Federal Government to research the operations of telemedicine practitioners across the country. Read Also: LASHMA Creates Research Modules for Equitable Digital Care Telemedicine, which enables remote consultations between patients and healthcare practitioners via […]

TechPlan Africa, a prominent consultancy firm, has empowered over 10,000 graduates with valuable digital skills, while equipping 2,000 participants with the expertise to develop professional business plans. Led by Rilwan Akeyewale, a seasoned business strategist and financial analyst, TechPlan Africa has become a cornerstone in facilitating access to funding and […]

­ The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has begun the deployment of a Wireless Internet Cloud infrastructure at the Nasararwa State College of Education Akwanga, in line with the state’s Right of Way Regulation 2023. Read Also: NCC Chief Aminu Maida Lauds Katsina Governor Radda’s Visionary Telecom Policies Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi […]

Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) reveals strategic agenda for 2024, emphasizing expansion efforts and improved services, with a focus on connecting service providers nationwide and attracting more content providers. During a Membership Engagement Forum held in Lagos, IXPN CEO Mr. Muhammed Rudman outlined the exchange’s plans to establish additional […]

GDM Group, a prominent marketing and media technology company, in collaboration with Eko Innovation Centre, launches MarkHack 3.0 – an initiative aiming to harness the potential of emerging technologies for solving real-time marketing and media challenges. MarkHack 3.0, themed “BEYOND LIMITS – Unleashing Creativity with Emerging Tech,” will bring together […]

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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.
This volume meticulously details the pivotal developments, policies, key figures, challenges, and innovations that have profoundly shaped Nigeria's ICT landscape. It also highlights how various sectors have leveraged digital technologies to innovate and boost their income.
Take a visual journey from Nigeria's very first telephone call, made by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, with accompanying historical pictures, to the intricate switches of old, and witness their remarkable evolution into today's cutting-edge innovations.
According to early reviews, "The Nigeria Digital Heroes: Volume 1" is an indispensable resource for research organizations, educational institutions, personal libraries, and the general public eager to understand the remarkable growth of Nigeria's new digital economy.
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Dr. Bayero Agabi

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