NCC set to improve broadband technology
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) says it will continue to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure faster development of broadband infrastructure technologies in the country. The […]
Technology
Kaduna leads Northwest in financial inclusion
Kaduna state has the highest rate of financial inclusion in the Northwest but the state government seeks to expand financial inclusion as an accelerator of […]
Nigeria to drive Digital Economy Policy and Strategy nationwide – NITDA DG
The Federal government has reiterated its commitment to drive National Digital Economy Policy and Strategy (NDEPS) in transforming every aspect of modern life which will […]
Electronic Transmission Of Results: The Joke Is On NASS, INEC, Not NCC
By Aliyu Momodu In the heat of the debate over Electoral Act Amendment Bill and the propriety and workability of electronic transmission of result, the […]
NOUN now has 3 deputy vice-chancellors
(UPDATED) For the first time, the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) now has three deputy vice-chancellors as opposed to the two it used to […]
Electronic transmission of results: Blacklist NCC officials, CSOs urge NASS
By Chimezie Godfrey A Coalition of over 120 Civil Society Organizations have urged the National Assembly to blacklist the NCC officials who colluded and falsified […]
NCC to Strengthen Judicial Collaboration in Tackling Telecoms Service Challenges
…As Danbatta receives commendation on nation’s digital transformation In a bid to further protect telecoms infrastructure in the country, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has […]
FG extends NIN-SIM verification deadline to October 31, 2021
…As focus shifts to remote, hard-to-reach areas, schools, health centres The Federal Government has approved the extension of the deadline for National Identity Number (NIN)-Subscriber […]
Minister seeks partnership with media to move Nigeria forward
The Minister of Science and Technology, Dr Ogbonnaya Onu, said strategic partnership with the media on science, technology and innovation (STI) is the key to […]
Ajaokuta Steel Coy will be completed soon, Adegbite promises
Mr Olamilekan Adegbite, the Minister of Mines and Steel Development, says Ajaokuta Steel Company Ltd. will function to capacity before the end of President Muhammadu […]
NATO calls on China to ‘Act Responsibly’ in Cyberspace
NATO on Monday called on China to “act responsibly” in cyberspace after several members of the alliance accused Chinese state-backed groups of carrying out hacking […]
Renewal of Airtel’s mobile operating licence ‘yet to be approved’ – NCC
Contrary the impression given by Mr. Olusegun Ogunsanya, CEO of Airtel Nigeria, the telecoms company’s operating licence has not been renewed yet. This was disclosed […]
Buhari and Twitter Ban: A move to correct tech giant’s arrogance
By Ya’u Mukhtar The Nigerian Constitution and other international treaties and declarations have recognized and guaranteed freedom of speech and press expression as one […]
Danbatta, others extol retired Deputy Director, Jerry Ugwu
The Executive Vice Chairman of Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta and other staff of the Commission, have commended the dedication, hard work […]
Counter-Terrorism: NIA, DIA upgrade spy facilities to intercept mobile calls, chat messages
(PRNigeria) In an effort to tackle cybercrime and counter-terrorism, the National Assembly has approved budgets for the upgrade and provisions of spy facilities at the […]
Minister charges youth on technology transfer
Mr Niyi Adebayo, Minister, Industry, Trade and Investment, has urged young Nigerians to key into advanced technology transfer and build the future that awaits all. […]
NCC faults report on 3 million Nigerian new lines in Q1 despite ban on SIM card sale
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC has faulted an online media report which claimed “mobile telephony subscriptions in Nigeria somehow grew by 3,000,000 new subscribers in […]
NCC surpasses revenue projection, records N150bn spectrum fees in 5 months
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has exceeded its N36 billion projected revenue from spectrum license fees for 2021. The Commission said that it had recorded […]
NLC vows to resist sale of Transmission Company of Nigeria
By Chimezie Godfrey The Nigerian Labour Congress NLC has condemned the planned sale of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). NLC President, Comrade Ayuba Wabba […]
CBN Deputy Gov tasks stakeholders on National FinTech Strategy
The Deputy Governor in charge of Financial Systems Stability, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mrs. Aishah Ahmad, has tasked stakeholders in the financial sector to […]
NITDA launches Nigerian National Public Key Infrastructure
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commenced operations of the National Public Key Infrastructure (NPKI). The commencement of the national PKI operations was […]
CITAD welcomes NCC’s move to review licensing processes, conditions
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has welcomed the decision by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to review its licensing processes and conditions. […]
Danbatta inaugurates committee on spectrum auction for 5G deployment
Following the Senate investigative hearing which gave the Fifth Generation (5G) technology a clean bill of health, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken a […]
Buhari to MTN: Offer affordable, quality service to Nigerians
President Muhammadu Buhari Friday at State House Abuja urged the MTN Group to make available top of the range service to its Nigerian subscribers. This […]
IntelBox mentors Nigerian children on robotics, coding
A Nigerian technology firm, IntelBox Solutions, is mentoring over 20 young children on Coding and Robotics, as part of harnessing their creative talent on various […]