L-R: Mr. Kashim Ibrahim, Director, Legal Services, REA; Engr. Umar Abdullahi Umar, Executive Director Technical Services, REA; Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner Technical Services, NCC; Mr Gwa Tobbie Mohammed, Director, Commission Secretariat, NCC.
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Nigeria to Integrate Renewable Energy Solutions into Deployment of Digital Infrastructure as Two Agencies Sign MoU 

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have formalised a strategic partnership to accelerate the deployment of sustainable digital infrastructure across Nigeria through the integration of renewable energy solutions and telecommunications infrastructure. The partnership was sealed with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the NCC–REA Stakeholder Workshop held […]

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NDPC Orders PoS Agents in Nigeria to Register as Data Controllers Following Court Verdict on Registration Power

The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has secured a significant victory in the legal dispute over the power of the Commission to register Data Controllers and Processors of Major Importance (DCPMIs) in Nigeria. According to a statement by the Head, Legal, Enforcement and Regulations, Babatunde Bamigboye, in Emmanuel Harunna Vs NDPC FHC/L/CS/1116/2024, the Applicant approached […]

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FinTech

Fintech Firm, Remita Seeks More Investment to Deepen Digital infrastructure in Nigeria

Nigeria needs to increase investment in digital infrastructure, cybersecurity and financial inclusion, warning that Nigeria’s growing digital economy will remain out of reach for millions unless the country’s widening digital divide is addressed. According to financial technology, Remita despite projections that Nigeria’s digital economy could reach $18.3 billion by the end of the year, millions […]

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Cregis founder and CEO, Shawn Yan.
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Chinese Digital Asset Firm Targets Nigeria, Others in Expansion Strategy

Chinese digital asset infrastructure provider Cregis has unveiled plans to deepen its footprint in Africa, identifying Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa as key markets in its latest international expansion strategy. The company said the move follows the onboarding of enterprise clients across the continent and reflects growing demand for secure digital asset infrastructure as Africa’s fintech […]

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Business

Ecobank Nigeria Launches Scaling Up Podcast to Champion African Entrepreneurship and Business Growth

Ecobank Nigeria has launched Scaling Up, its flagship business storytelling podcast designed to inspire, educate and empower entrepreneurs, founders, business leaders and the next generation of African innovators through authentic conversations with some of the continent’s most accomplished business personalities. The podcast, which will be available on Ecobank Nigeria’s official YouTube channel and other major […]

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NITDA's Director of Digital Development Services, Olawumi Dejo.
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Nigeria Needs Digital Workforce to Deepen Public Sector Innovation, Says NITDA

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reiterated the need for a digitally skilled public sector workforce, saying the success of government reforms and the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) will depend largely on the digital capacity of civil servants. Director General of the NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, stated this during a Digital Skills Masterclass […]

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TechEntertainment

MTN Nigeria Expands Prizes for Afrobeats Star Contest with Bigger Opportunities as  Season 2 Opens

MTN Nigeria has unveiled Season 2 of its reality music competition, Next Afrobeats Star (NAS), following the success of its inaugural edition, which discovered and rewarded some of Nigeria’s brightest emerging music talents. Produced in partnership with Ultima Studios and ONErpm, the competition returns with an expanded prize package and a renewed search for Nigeria’s […]

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Technology

Nigeria’s Apex Back Unveils Digital Platform to Tackle Illicit Forex Trading

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has launched a digital platform to track foreign exchange purchases by Bureau de Change (BDC) operators, strengthening oversight of the retail forex market and improving transparency. The framework, announced in a 15 July circular signed by Aderinola Shonekan, director of the CBN’s Trade and Exchange Department, requires all licensed BDCs […]

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NCC, Digital Realty and Others Back NITRA Scientific, Innovation Forum 

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will lead other delegates to discuss and take far-reaching decisions at the NITRA Innovative & Scientific Conference scheduled event, which has its theme as “Bridging Nigeria’s Digital Divide With Scientific Innovation”. The other companies that have indicated interest in partnering with NITRA include mobile communications company, Tecno; Africa’s premier end-to-end AI […]

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Respite for Nigerians Over Sensitive Data Security as NITDA Handsover NIMC Framework for Secured Database

There is now respite for Nigerians who maybe worried about their data security with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) following a major policy direction by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). That was because NITDA has officially handed over its Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) framework to NIMC. This transfer of assets, technology, and […]

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