At NCS ConNovate 2025, an international conference themed “Intelligent, Secure, and Sustainable Innovations for a Connected World”, Prof. Stella Chiemeke awarded ₦1 million to outstanding doctoral students as part of the event’s Doctoral Consortium. Recalling a similar event last year at NCS SmartEco 2024 where Prof. Stella Chiemeke awarded […]
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The Cloud Network Foundation, a key stakeholder in Nigeria’s telecoms industry, extends a warm welcome to Mr. Idris Olorunnimbe, the newly appointed Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) Board. We commend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing individuals of proven competence and vast experience to steer the communications sector. […]
Zinox Group, Africa’s leading ICT solutions provider, has once again demonstrated its commitment to the growth of Nigeria’s digital ecosystem by organising a three-day Social Media Training for over 20 selected ICT media entrepreneurs and online publishers in Lagos. The programme, which ran from Monday to Wednesday, was designed to […]
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, […]
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 […]
