By Blessing Emmanuel As part of its plan to create a more inclusive and technology-driven society, the Federal Government through the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is taking bold steps to equip nearly all Nigerians with digital skills by…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mastercard to consolidate data protection capacity in Nigeria. The MoU was signed by the two organisations at a one-day workshop organised for 150 Data Protection Officers…
Airtel Africa announced today an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in Africa. Currently, SpaceX has acquired requisite licenses in 9 out of 14 countries within Airtel Africa’s footprint. Operating licenses for the other…
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced a new pricing structure for its products and services, bringing an end to a decade-long freeze on service fees. In a statement issued on Thursday, Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of the Commission’s…
The Federal Government has initiated a process to implement standardised websites for all national and public institutions, aiming to improve trust, accessibility, and digital consistency in government communication. The move was announced during the April edition of the DevsInGov forum…
Meta Platforms Inc. has introduced upgraded personalisation features for its Meta AI assistant, along with a new “Discover” feed aimed at promoting interactive uses of artificial intelligence across its platforms. In a statement released Tuesday, Meta revealed that its AI…
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has called on governments, employers to harness technology including Artificial Intelligence, to create safer, healthier workplaces for workers across the globe. The Director-General of ILO, Mr Gilbert Houngbo said this in a message to mark…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) on Monday inaugurated the Startup Consultative Forum (SCF), reaffirming its commitment to the inclusive implementation of the Nigerian Startup Act (NSA) enacted in 2022. The SCF is designed to shape the future of…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has projected a revenue of N13.8 billion from the data protection ecosystem in 2025, up from the N12 billion generated in 2024. Dr Vincent Olatunji, the National Commissioner of the NDPC, shared this forecast…
By Blessing Emmanuel The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced it will commence its Startup Consultative Forum on Monday, marking a key step in the nomination of members to the National Council for Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship, commonly…
