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 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 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 […]
Read MoreTop 20 finalists for InnovateX 2026, have been picked for Ecobank Nigeria flagship youth innovation challenge powered by Blaze in partnership with Verve. The finalists emerged from a competitive selection process involving 168 teams, comprising 672 undergraduate students from 90 universities across Nigeria. The grand finale, scheduled for October 30, 2026, at the Ecobank Pan […]
Read MoreNigeria needs stronger ecosystem requires reliable digital infrastructure, supportive policies, strategic investments and collaboration among government, industry leaders, investors and innovators. According to the Director General of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, Nigerian innovators and technology companies have achieved significant success but those individual accomplishments alone cannot guarantee global competitiveness. Inuwa […]
Read MoreOver two million Nigerians have acquired digitals skills through the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), efforsts and in collaboration with 251 other reporting organisations According to NITDA, 2,769,512 digital literacy training achievements was recorded across Nigeria in the last three years , just as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to equip citizens with the […]
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