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 […]

Under the administration of President Tinubu, the federal government has appointed Idris Olorunnimbe as the chairman of Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The announcement came alongside the constitution of the boards of the NCC and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF), both under the Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy. […]

By Niniola Olawale Stakeholders from government, industry and security gathered at the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) and Sustainability Conference 2025 to debate urgent measures for protecting Nigeria’s telecommunications networks. The conference, held under the theme “Critical National Infrastructure and Industry Sustainability,” drew representatives from the Association of Licensed Telecommunications […]

Phase3 Telecom is reinforcing its role as a leading enabler of Africa’s digital economy by targeting underserved corridors, strengthening data localisation, and supporting low-latency cloud infrastructure across the continent. Speaking on the company’s vision, Craig Lowe, Chief Growth Officer at Phase3, noted that Africa is leapfrogging legacy systems, with mobile […]

Farwill Consult has continued its drive to promote eco-tourism in Nigeria, organising another landmark tour that brought 175 cooperative leaders from Lagos to the famous Olumirin Waterfalls in Erin-Ijesha, Osun State. The trip was designed to connect participants with one of Nigeria’s most remarkable natural landmarks, while fostering cultural appreciation, […]

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 […]

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