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NCC raises alarm over call masking

NCC raises alarm over call masking

By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has raised the alarm over the resurgence of call masking in the country’s telecommunications industry, warning that the practice threatens industry revenues, national security and the integrity of Nigeria’s telecommunications ecosystem. The telecom regulator described call masking as an act of economic sabotage capable of adversely affecting […]
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Microsoft aims at gamers in opening E3 shot

Microsoft aims at gamers in opening E3 shot

Microsoft aimed squarely at hard-core video game players on Monday, opening fire with “Halo” and a barrage of other titles for play on its new-generation Xbox One consoles.

2014 Imagine cup: Nigeria, Uganda , Egypt to fly African flag at global  finals

2014 Imagine cup: Nigeria, Uganda , Egypt to fly African flag at global finals

The suspense is over. Microsoft global judging panel having concluded their evaluations of more than 170 student projects from 76 countries in the World Semifinals selected Nigeria, Uganda and Egypt to fly African flag at the worldwide finals next month in Seattle, Washington, the United of America.

Nomanini expands, partners Aurora VM

Nomanini expands, partners Aurora VM

As Africa’s economic development continues to reach new heights, Nomanini has announced its expansion into West Africa having secured a partnership with Nigerian enterprise Aurora VM.

Main one shows off metro fibre

Main one shows off metro fibre

MainOne last week hosted business stakeholders in Lagos to a Breakfast Forum aimed at showcasing its metro fiber connectivity solutions for increased productivity and improved business profitability.

Improved internet access critical to Africa’s growth —Jegede

Improved internet access critical to Africa’s growth —Jegede

The provision of infrastructure that provides stable and reliable internet access is a very important element that must be addressed if Africa is to quicken the pace of economic development and ensure that citizens are enabled to compete with the rest of the world, Chief Executive Officer of Phase3 Telecom, Mr. Stanley Jegede has said.

Microsoft releases Lumia 630 in Nigeria

Microsoft releases Lumia 630 in Nigeria

Microsoft’s first outing on mobile devices after completing acquisition of Nokia Devices and Services business, last month, has resulted in the release of Lumia 630 smartphone in Nigeria.

NCC unveils FG-mandated service charter

NCC unveils FG-mandated service charter

The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC last week launched a Service Charter to drive home the federal government’s excellence service delivery objective.

The Charter, when implemented, according to NCC, will ensure effective and efficient delivery of the commission’s mandates and programmes with the Nigerian populace.

Skye Bank deepens cashless with SkyPlus banking solutions

Skye Bank deepens cashless with SkyPlus banking solutions

It appears no bank wants to be left behind as the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, piles pressure for a cashless Nigeria. Almost every bank in the country comes out weekly with different types of solutions and applications that would give leeway to the cashless project.

Electronic data: We don’t want to see data in hard copies, FMST charges agencies

Electronic data: We don’t want to see data in hard copies, FMST charges agencies

The newly deployed Permanent Secretary to the Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, Mrs. Winifred Oyo-Ita, has underscored the importance of electronic data and urged all the parastatals in the ministry to leverage the opportunity provided by modern technology to convert all their relevant records into electronic form.

Africa’s growth depends on tech entrepreneurship, innovation levels

Africa’s growth depends on tech entrepreneurship, innovation levels

Rising from a digital Africa conference last week, technology professionals who form bulk of the participants at the event advocated for structured global partnerships, favourable regulatory environment, constant engagement with policymakers and increased investment in technology training if Africa’s economic growth prospects must be met.

Airtel seals partnership deal with Apple on iPhone 5s

Airtel seals partnership deal with Apple on iPhone 5s

One of the leading telecommunications services providers in Nigeria, Airtel Nigeria, has sealed a strategic partnership with leading mobile phone maker, Apple, to officially unveil the iPhone 5s in Nigeria.