Karl Toriola, MTN Nigeria CEO
 Business

MTN Nigeria Collaborates with Microsoft to Launch Cloud Data Hosting Solutions

Telecommunications and technology enabler, MTN Nigeria has gone into a strategic partnership with Microsoft to  provide advanced data hosting solutions and Microsoft Business Licenses to small and medium enterprises. This development is in line with the company’s commitment to accelerate the digitalisation of businesses, leveraging robust and reliable connectivity, in Nigeria. This collaboration leverages Microsoft’s […]

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News

Nigerian Government to Deploy Africa’s Longest Fiber Cable of 90,000 km Nationwide 

The Nigeria Government on Tuesday approved two critical projects for the digital economy and technology startup ecosystem in the country. The Minister of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, who made this known on Tuesday stated that the first project has to do with the setting up of a special purpose vehicle, a […]

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Business

BGI Genomics Launches First African Public Health Initiative to Screen Cervical Cancer.

AMA PRESS RELEASE BGI Genomics have recently launched their first cervical cancer screening program in Africa with Rwanda being the first beneficiary. The program that was initiated in Ngoma District in the Eastern Province of Rwanda will provide 20,000 Human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA tests for local women, aiming to enhance cervical cancer screening and prevention […]

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Business

NCC Boss Tasks Nigerian Girls on Essence of Embracing Evolving Tech Trends

Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida has charged Nigerian girls to follow evolving trends in the world of technology and pursue excellence in order to make a difference in the workforce of the future. According to the NCC Boss, the significance of encouraging young girls and women to consider […]

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Internet

UPDATED: FG Suspends Cybersecurity Levy

The Federal Government has suspended the controversial cybersecurity levy on electronic banking transactions. Nigeria’s Minister of Information and National Orientation Mohammed Idris disclosed this while briefing State House Correspondents after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday. He said the policy is undergoing a review. “The position of […]

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Dr Olatunji
Business

NDPC PORTAL: Shut Down Since 2023, NDPC Reopens Registration Portal for Intending DPCOs 

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has reopened registration for Organisations interested in becoming Data Protection Compliance Organizations (DPCOs). This decision comes as part of NDPC’s commitment to fostering a culture of accountability and transparency in data processing practices across Nigeria. The registration portal, which was previously closed in 2023, has been revamped to accommodate […]

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Business

Nigerian Government Bans Use of Petrol Vehicles for MDAs, Orders Procurement of CNG Vehicles

The Nigerian Government has banned the use of petrol vehicle and ordered that memo for the use of such must not be approved thereby giving way for the purchase of compressed-natural-gas-powered vehicles. Presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement after the Fifth Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting for year 2024, with President Bola Tinubu presiding, […]

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 Business

No More Free Airport Access for Tinubu, Shettima  as FG Makes Payment of E-Tags Compulsory

The Federal Government says payment for access into airports across the country is now compulsory for all. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, stated while briefing State House Correspondents shortly after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Tuesday. The FEC meeting was adjourned on Monday May 13, 2024 to Tuesday. According to […]

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AI & Computing

Artificial Intelligence key to Business Development, Says AI Expert

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the country have been advised to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to grow their businesses. Founder AI Nigeria, Ehia Erhabor, made this submission in his presentation titled “ Using AI for business innovation” delivered at the Ecobank MySME Growth Series webinar. He emphasied that AI is a gamechanger particularly […]

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Business

NITDA Signs MoU with American Tech Company, CISCO to Accelerate National Digitisation

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cisco to advance Nigeria’s digital transformation. Cisco’s Country Digital Acceleration (CDA) Programme is a global initiative that partners with government and private sector leaders to develop sustainable, secure, and inclusive communities powered by ethical and innovative technology solutions. The partnership […]

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