Digital Realty Nigeria, a leading carrier-neutral data centre operator, has officially launched its ServiceFabric interconnection platform alongside the commissioning of its new LKK2 Data Centre in Lagos. The milestone event marks a significant expansion of Nigeria’s digital infrastructure, empowering enterprises with next-generation connectivity and hybrid IT capabilities. ServiceFabric, a secure, […]
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In a decisive policy move to lower communication costs and accelerate Nigeria’s digital transformation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has permanently abolished the 5 per cent excise duty on telecommunications services. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) confirmed the development, describing it as a relief for over 172 million active subscribers and […]
The United States Department of State now mandates that all Nigerian visa applicants disclose their social media history from the past five years as part of the visa application process. The policy announced on Monday by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria via X (formerly Twitter), warns that failure to provide […]
IHS Nigeria, a subsidiary of IHS Holding Limited, has stressed that protecting Nigeria’s communications infrastructure is critical to building a stronger digital economy. The company reaffirmed its commitment to working with government and industry stakeholders to create a resilient infrastructure landscape that can support the nation’s digital growth. Speaking in […]
A reported cyber attack on the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) platform of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has disrupted cargo clearance operations at ports nationwide, leaving importers and licensed agents grappling with mounting demurrage charges. Confirming the incident, Customs spokesman and Assistant Comptroller, Mr. Maiwada Abdullahi, disclosed that the […]
By James Ishaku The Bauchi State Government, through thestate’s Bureau for ICT and Digital Economy in partnership with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has officially launched the Digital Literacy and Skills Framework (DL4ALL Bauchi Initiative), a flagship programme aimed at equipping citizens with essential 21st-century skills and positioning the state […]
Nigeria’s fourth-largest mobile network operator has officially rebranded from 9mobile to T2, unveiling a new identity and strategy aimed at reclaiming market share and redefining its role in the country’s fast-changing telecoms landscape. The launch, held Friday at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos, featured a vibrant orange colour scheme […]
Nigeria’s fourth-largest mobile network operator, 9mobile, today unveiled a refreshed brand identity in Lagos, signalling its intent to stage a strong comeback in the country’s competitive telecoms market. The rebrand marks a pivotal phase in the telco’s four-year, $3 billion turnaround plan under new ownership by LH Telecommunication Limited, which […]
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), the umbrella body for mobile network operators, tower companies, and telecommunications infrastructure providers in Nigeria, has expressed deep concern over disruptions to the supply of diesel to cell sites across the country. In a statement on Wednesday, ALTON revealed that members […]
… Digital Realty, 9mobile Take Front Row Seats Telecom industry regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and other industry operators, including IHS Towers, Digital Realty and 9mobile Nigeria, have joined the line of partners that will chart the way forward as stakeholders gather for the Maiden Edition of the CNII […]
