Nigeria’s data demand outpacing network growth — NCC
…Says mobile broadband covers 90% of Nigerians, only 27% own smartphones…Seeks long-term naira funding for telecoms infrastructure By Juliet Umeh The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has warned that rising data demand is putting pressure on Nigeria’s networks and called for greater investment in digital infrastructure.In a communiqué issued on Sunday after the Nigeria Digital Connectivity […]
FG, Tech4Dev to create skilled power for 36,000 young Nigerians by 2022
By Prince Osuagwu, Hi-Tech Editor FEDERAL government, in a renewed effort to utilize the army of unemployed youths for nation building, has engaged a non-governmental outfit, Tech4Dev, known for driving technology for social change and development initiatives, in a partnership that will hand over 360 Nigerian youths, different skilled expertise every year. The synergy is […]
Govt workers enhance digital skills with Galaxy backbone training
By Prince Osuagwu Federal government has made another move towards strengthening its agencies and parastatals. The move sees its public institution, Galaxy Backbone organizing a digital skills enhancement training for members of the Digital Transformation Technical Working Group, DT-TWG. Members of the working group were drawn from across the Federal Government’s Ministries, Departments and Agencies. […]
REDAN: LASG’s mobile app’ll shorten time of obtaining permits
By Prince Osuagwu Real Estate Developers association of Nigeria, REDAN, lagos state chapter has commended the Lagos state government for developing an app MPP&UD which it said will help members easily obtain different building permits in the state. Chairman of the association, Mr. Bamidele Onalaja said currently, members were going through excruciating time to obtain […]
Gree AC unveils Nollywood actress, Stephanie as Brand Ambassador
By Juliet Umeh Innovative technology brand, Choice International Group, CIG, manufacturers of home appliances brand, Gree Air conditioner, has introduced an award winning Nollywood actress, Stephanie Linus, as its brand ambassador in Nigeria. The company’s country manager, sale and marketing, Chibuzor Ogunka, said the company believes that bringing its new brand ambassador on board will […]
FG fixes July 26th deadline for SIM-NIN linkage
As enrolment centres increases to 5,410 By Emmanuel Elebeke The Federal Government has approved the extension of the deadline for NIN-SIM data verification to the 26th of July, 2021. A statement jointly signed by the NCC, Director, Public Affairs, Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, and NIMC Head, Corporate Communications, Mr Kayode Adegoke, said the decision to extend […]
