In a bold move to deepen inclusivity within Nigeria’s digital economy, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has called for the deliberate inclusion of over 35 million Nigerians with special needs in national ICT policies and programs. Speaking during a strategic […]
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Huawei, a global technological infrastructure and smart devices provider, has officially launched its local cloud service in Nigeria and is set to offer enhanced data sovereignty, reduced latency, and bolstered support for local businesses, aligning with Nigeria’s regulatory environment and digital transformation goals. This was unveiled at a launch event, […]
TikTok, a Chinese owned social media platform, has partnered with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Data Science Nigeria (DSN) to strengthen online safety and digital awareness in Nigeria. This was made known by Data Science Nigeria (DSN) on X, formerly Twitter, revealing that the collaboration aligns seamlessly […]
Airtel Nigeria has appointed Dinesh Balsingh as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director. This was revealed in a statement signed by the Director of Corporate Communications and CSR, Airtel Nigeria, Femi Adeniran. According to him, Balsingh brings over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, having […]
Anambra state takes the lead in leveraging ICT for governance acceleration, making strides in broadband deployment and introducing policies, including the revival of public Wi-Fi, aiming to empower its citizens with internet access. Recognized as a trailblazer in the South Eastern region, Anambra state has demonstrated its commitment to […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) is taking proactive measures to uphold the rights of data subjects and foster confidence in Nigeria’s digital economy landscape. Read Also: President Tinubu Signs Data Protection Bill into Law Outlined in its Guidance Notice titled “GUIDANCE NOTICE ON THE FILING OF DATA PROTECTION COMPLIANCE AUDIT […]
The inaugural West Africa Telecoms Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition (WATISE) placed a spotlight on the pressing need for a dependable telecommunications infrastructure to facilitate the delivery of essential services and products within a connected ecosystem in West Africa. This event, themed ‘The Future of Infrastructure, Connectivity And […]
A delegation of more than 15 U.S. businesses is set to visit Nigeria for B2B meetings and networking events, organized by the U.S. Commercial Service (CS Nigeria). The trade mission delegates will have a specific focus on ICT/Cybersecurity, Beauty Care/Consumer Goods, Automotive, and Trade Multiplier services. If you wish to […]
There are growing concerns by some stakeholders over the current draft National Information Technology Development Agency (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2021, which seeks to convert the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) from a development to a regulatory agency. The bill seeks to enact an Act that will empower […]
Speakers at the recently held NITRA ICT Growth Conference 2.0, have in unison submitted that there is a need for an urgent review of Nigeria’s state of infrastructure to help accelerate the nation’s desire to thrive on the gains of a digital economy in comparison to some developed nations of […]
