In a groundbreaking move, Elon Musk’s Starlink has unveiled a remarkable 45% reduction in hardware prices for its satellite internet service in Nigeria. The Starlink internet router, previously priced at N800,000, has now been slashed to an astonishing N440,000, as confirmed by the company’s recent price update. While the […]
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Former Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, emerges as a driving force behind the dynamic evolution of Nigeria’s telecommunications industry, marking a significant stride towards economic advancement. During his tenure, Prof. Danbatta spearheaded a series of innovative policies and initiatives aimed at […]
TECNO, a leading mobile phone brand, has officially launched its highly anticipated CAMON 30 series, featuring both 4G and 5G variants. This series represents the latest advancements in mobile technology, promising users exceptional performance, outstanding photography capabilities, and seamless connectivity. Read Also: TECNO Encourages Innovation To Mitigate Adverse Impact of Climate […]
The Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has decided to suspend its scheduled strike, which was set to commence on Thursday. The decision comes after successful negotiations with the subcontractors involved in the dispute, as outlined in a statement signed by the union’s General Secretary, Okonu […]
Dr. Reuben Muoka, the Director of Public Affairs at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has been recognized with the esteemed NIPR ‘Distinguished Spokesperson in Technology Award’. This latest accolade adds to his impressive list of achievements and underscores his significant contributions to the field. The award ceremony, hosted by the […]
In a recent development, the Director-General/CEO NIMC, Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, welcomed Commissioner of Police Abel Miri, responsible for Information Communication Technology (ICT) at the Police Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting was convened to delve into the pivotal role of the National Identification Number (NIN) in upholding the safety and […]
The Nigerian Senate, through its Joint Committee on Communications, has given its approval to the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for its budget projection of N549.6 billion for the year 2024. This decision followed a comprehensive defense of the budget by the Commission’s management, led by its Executive Vice Chairman […]
The Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has announced that some subscribers of the network will be experiencing challenges accessing data services as well as low Internet speed as a result of multiple damage to the international undersea cable across east and west africa coastline. In a statement […]
President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy; the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and the Federal Ministry of Environment to align regulations and tax frameworks to facilitate investment expansion in telecommunications and broadband infrastructure nationwide. A statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser […]
Several African internet connectivity providers are grappling with outages following multiple submarine cable cuts, causing significant disruptions to banking services and internet access. Read Also: Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) Launch Committee for Annual Technology Dialogue and 10-Year Anniversary Seacom, a prominent South African internet connectivity provider, has alerted its customers […]