Business

Global Domain Body, ICANN Opens Opportunity for Unrepresented Communities to Get On Internet

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN), the nonprofit organization that coordinates the Domain Name System (DNS), has opened the portal for Applicant Support Program (ASP) for the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. A statement from ICANN said that the New gTLD Program: Next Round is an initiative that will […]

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Business

No Room for Monopoly in Nigeria’s Telecom Industry, NCC Assures Stakeholders

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has assured other key players and less dominant telecoms operators in the industry that as a regulator, it will not allow the industry to slide into a state of monopoly. According to the Commission, its essence of regulation of competition in  the sector is one of such way of ensuring […]

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Telecoms

Too Many Voice, Data Plan Confusing Consumers, NCC  Tells Telecoms Operators

The Nigerian Communications Commission(NCC), said  telecoms operators should consider reviewing the volume of voice and and data plans that they have in their service profile stressing that the several voice and data plans are confusing the consumers. According to the NCC, Globacom, has 6 voice plans and 32 voice plans while EMTS, which is 9Mobile, […]

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Business

CUSP Partners with Quadsat to Provide Mobile Satellite Emulation Services Across Africa

 Quadsat and CUSP Technologies have partnered to deliver Quadsat satellite network emulation services. Quadsat is launching its global Service Partner Network, which will enable customers worldwide to efficiently and cost effectively access the unique drone-based satellite emulation platform. Telecom and connectivity solutions provider, CUSP Technologies has a long heritage of connecting individuals and communities across vast digital landscapes. By […]

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Business

President Tinubu’s Govt Has Abandon Quest for Reliable, Efficient Telecoms Services, Forced Sector into Distress, Say Operators

The telecommunications operators in Nigeria are worried that the present situation in the telecoms industry gives the impression that the Government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu may have abandoned the sector to go into distress stressing that what the sector needs to service a digital economy is lacking. According to the Association of License Telecommunications […]

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Internet

Nigeria, UK Strikes Strategic Partnership to Tackle Rising Cyber-Crime Cases

Nigeria and the United Kingdom (UK) are in partnership  to combat rising cyber-crime as part of a broader strategic partnership between the two countries. This was stated during a recent high-level roundtable meeting in Abuja, which focused on strategies for combating cyber threats and strengthening Nigeria’s digital resilience. The event, held at the Office of the President’s […]

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Business

MOBILE DATA DEPLETION: NCC Reveals How Smart Device Advance Features Deplete Data Fast

After several many social media campaigns on how to avoid repeated fast mobile internet data depletion, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), again took the pains of having a one-on-one conversation with consumers on how to conserve their data subscription. The Commission also educated consumers on how smartphones features can play a smart one on them […]

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BrandTech

Ecobank Nigeria Wins Digital Jurist Awards for Best ‘Web Portal’ in Nigeria

Ecobank Nigeria has been awarded the “Best Web Portal” in Nigeria at the Phillips Consulting Digital Jurist Awards, ahead of 22 other commercial banks. This prestigious recognition highlights Ecobank’s leadership in digital banking and its commitment to delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions. The Digital Jurist Awards, created by digital experts at Phillips Consulting, assess the performance […]

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Business

Challenges Plaguing Nigeria’s Telecoms Industry Escalate as Telecos Record 20,000 Cases of Site Access Denial

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is worried that the challenges affecting telecoms operators’ activities and businesses in the country has escalated. According to the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Dr Maida Aminu, the problems plaguing the industry has gone    beyond vandalism and theft, stressing that another critical challenge is the denial of access to […]

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News

Starlink Warns Nigerians Against Dangers of Patronising Unauthorised Dealers

Starlink, a global leader in satellite internet technology cautions customers, advising against purchasing from unauthorized grey market products. A statement from the company noted that each Starlink kit is equipped with a unique serial number tailored to the country of activation. Kits obtained from grey markets will not be activated, and any kits currently active […]

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