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 […]
Read MoreAfter 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 […]
Read MoreEcobank 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 […]
Read MoreThe 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 […]
Read MoreStarlink, 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 […]
Read MoreStarlink has announced the reversal of its recent service fee increase in Nigeria. This decision comes as a welcome relief to Nigerians who have been eagerly awaiting affordable internet solutions. According to the world’s provider of satellite launch services, “Last month, we increased the monthly service price for Starlink in Nigeria to account for inflation, […]
Read MoreThe World Bank has provided a significant boost to Nigeria’s efforts to deploy 90,000 km of fibre across the country. According to the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, who announced the development on his X account, the global bank, discussions were underway with bankers, including the World Bank, to raise […]
Read MoreMembers of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have agreed on priorities for standards and capacity development in areas from artificial intelligence (AI) and the metaverse to sustainable digital transformation. The ITU took the decision at the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA-24) which closed today in New Delhi, India. The conference reviewed and modified existing guidance and agreed […]
Read MoreThe interconnectivity of smart devices and Internet of Things (IoT) is spinning cybercrime activities out of control. The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, who gave detailed complexities of cybercrime, in a paper titled “Alternative to Cybercrime” at the National Cybercrimes Summit 2024, organised by the Economic and Financial […]
Read MoreSouth African web hosting company HOSTAFRICA has acquired webmanager.ng, one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing web hosting providers. The business announced the move recently, stating that it is HOSTAFRICA’s fourth investment in the vibrant West African region, which it believes has potential due to a thriving innovation environment and increasing use of the internet. “It is an […]
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