An estimated 6.3 billion people, or 76 per cent of the world’s population, are using the Internet in 2026, according to Facts and Figures 2026, released today by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The figure is up from a revised estimate of 6.1 billion people, or 74 per cent, in 2025. Despite the continued growth […]
Read MoreA bill that may duplicate the functions and roles of the National Data Protection Commission(NDPC ) is before the House of Representative. The bill, which is before theHouse of Representatives proposed a 10-year prison and a minimum fine of N500m for anyone who transfers strategic payment transaction data outside Nigeria without regulatory authorisation. The proposed […]
Read MoreMTN Nigeria Communications Plc in its Group financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2026 had a free cash flow of N1.2 trillion, which went up by 57.5%, reflecting strong cash generation. In the latest financial figures released by the tech giant, total subscribers increased by 10.9% to 94.7 million while active data […]
Read MoreAccess Bank Plc, has appointed Mr. Oluseyi Kumapayi as Deputy Managing Director, African Subsidiaries, and Mr. Olanrewaju Bamisebi as Executive Director, Information Technology and Digitalisation. The appointment takes effect from October 27, 2026 and October 28, 2026, respectively. Kumapayi is elevated from his previous position as Executive Director, African Subsidiaries, while Mr. Bamisebi joins the […]
Read MoreThe Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Computer Society (NCS) has recorded a massive impact while driving digital transformation in the state, particularly in the area of education. According the Chairman of the Lagos chapter, Mr Adesina Adewale, the chapter through several pivate sector collaboration has brought digital education into the state’s education sector, which […]
Read MoreThe Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has emphasised the need for inclusive digital infrastructure, affordable connectivity and sustained investment in emerging technologies to accelerate Nigeria’s economic growth and ensure that no citizen is left behind in the digital economy. Inuwa stated this while participating in a session titled “Inclusive […]
Read MoreNestlé Nigeria has announced the appointment of Toritseju Egbebi as Corporate Communications and Sustainability Manager, effective 1 November 2026, following the retirement of Victoria Uwadoka after ten years with the company. Toritseju Egbebi, currently Corporate Affairs Manager, brings 18 years of experience in public relations and corporate communications across the technology, financial services and consumer […]
Read MoreAll Ministries, Departments and Agencies of government are to implement the DNS Security (DNSSEC) architecture to help the Nigerian Government implement her cybersecurity assessment protocol. According to the directive from the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), the mandate becomes essential to firmly implement DNS security as part of infrastructure architecture to will ensure the […]
Read MoreThe foundation stone for the Renewed Hope Startup Hub in Abuja, has laid been by the Nigeria’s first lady, Oluremi Tinubu who described the project as a landmark investment in technological advancement, youth empowerment, and digital inclusion. The Renewed Hope Startup Hub is made possible through a $10.4 million grant from the Government of Japan […]
Read MoreNigeria’s digital economy landscape has gotten the attention of United States Government tech companies that are keen on tapping into the great opportunities in the country. According to the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, Nigeria’s commitment to building a resilient, inclusive and competitive digital economy rest on strategic […]
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