Business

Starbase Technologies Launches Yolly Platform Rewarding User for Participation Through Watching, Streaming, and Creating Content

Starbase Technologies, a global technology ecosystem connecting creators and innovators to build technology solutions and launch software projects, today announced the launch of Yolly, a new social entertainment platform designed to redefine how people participate in the digital economy by rewarding users for watching, streaming, and creating content. Yolly introduces a new approach to online […]

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Technology

Absence of Investments in Innovation, Digital Skills, Research May Truncate Nigeria’s Digital Journey, Says NITDA

The absence sustained investments in innovation, digital skills, research and strategic are capable of truncating Nigeria’s digital future. According to the  Director General of National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa the digital future also depends on partnerships that deliver measurable socio-economic impact. Speaking at the 20th edition of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) […]

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NITDA DG, Kashufu Inuwa
 Software

Nigeria Unveils Three Regulatory Framework to Curb System Crashes and Cyber Vulnerabilities in Software Ecosystem

Three regulatory framework designed to curb system crashes and cyber vulnerabilities with particular reference to software has been introduced into Nigeria’s IT ecosystem. Announcing the release of the new policy, the Director,  Corporate Communications and Media Relations Department of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Mrs Hadiza Umar, said that the policy will help […]

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Technology

NITDA Canvasses for Community-based Instructors Training to Boost Digital Literacy Programmes 

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is considering training community-based instructors to sustain digital literacy programmes at the grassroots. Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa who made the remark while responding to requests for additional support by the Executive Director of Cal-Maji Foundation, Mrs Faith Ayuba, explained that  collaboration with community-based organisations remains central […]

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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.
 Technology

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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Technology

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.
 FinTech

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

LG Electronics’ Reinforces Commitment to Life’s Good Philosophy, Combines Innovation, Compassion

LG Electronics (LG) has inspired millions across Africa through its groundbreaking Make Life Good reality series, a unique platform that combined the power of innovative technology with community transformation. Produced in partnership with MultiChoice, a Canal+ company, and hosted by acclaimed actress Jessica Dlamini, the series showcased how LG’s cutting-edge solutions can help address real-world […]

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Internet

Cyber Attacks Worry Jostles MDA into Strategic Action with Quest for Fresh Policy Direction

The sporadic rave of cyber-attacks across the world may prompt Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to adopt fresh policy direction on cybersecurity. Already the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has urged the MDAs to adopt a coordinated and proactive approach to securing Nigeria’s government digital infrastructure against the rising wave of cyber threats. According […]

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