339 innovation hubs set for standardisation as FG deepens digital inclusion
Stakeholders reviewed its structure, examined its proposed standards and assessment approach, identified potential implementation challenges
IXPN facility to generate $20m in savings
With the commissioning of the first Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria, (IXPN)last week in Lagos by the Nigerian Communication Commission, (NCC), Nigeria is expected to experience immediate drop in connectivity costs to the tune of more than $20 million in offshore bandwidth payments in the first year of operations.
ATCON sets agenda for telecom sector
In a bid to ensure a more collaborative and harmonious co-operation among players in the telecom sector in the country, the Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) in its 2011 outlook released at the weekend said it is ready to collaborate with all industry players and the public on every initiative that conforms with its mission for the year.
16 persons benefit from MTN medical intervention scheme
About 11 indigent Nigerians who benefitted from MTN intervention scheme were last week presented to the public by MTN Foundation.
e-Learning Africa 2011: Attention focuses on youth empowerment
On May 5th, 2011 all roads will lead to Mlimani City Conference Centre, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania for the 6th International Conference on ICT for Development, education and training.
NCC takes Sim Reg awareness campaign to Nsukka
To reinforce the premium the Nigerian Communications Commission NCC, places on the essence of Sim card registration, the commission has slated a forum to enlighten the public on modalities of conducting the registration at the Milipat Hotels, Nsukka tomorrow.
