Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, says the state’s ambitious infrastructure push is being powered by funds freed up through President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s removal of oil subsidy. Speaking at the Government House, Enugu, when he hosted a federal government delegation led by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, the governor praised the policy as a bold and transformative step that has enabled states like Enugu to fulfil campaign promises. The visit formed part of activities for the two-day Citizens’ Engagement Series in the South East geopolitical zone. “For us in Enugu, we are able to accomplish all…
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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has pledged to make Nigeria’s identity services faster, more accessible, and more citizen-friendly through the launch of its new Service Charter, which sets a target to improve service delivery by 30 per cent within the next year. Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Tuesday, the Director-General of NIMC, Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, represented by the Director of the Inspectorate and Enforcement Unit, Mr Elias Okafor, said the charter reflects the commission’s determination to enhance efficiency and accessibility across the country’s identity management system. “The charter is anchored on four key principles, which include efficiency…
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. The announcement was made on Monday, August 4, 2025, through a statement posted on the Council’s official X handle. Following the release, the West African Examinations Council has provided a step-by-step guide to help candidates access their results online. To check your results, candidates are required to visit the official result portal at http://waecdirect.org and follow the instructions carefully. Below is the step-by-step guide for checking 2025 WASSCE results as provided by Digital TimesNG: Enter your…
In a strategic move to strengthen Nigeria’s economy through local content development, the Federal Government has intensified efforts to promote indigenous goods and services with the implementation of the “Nigeria First” Policy. On Monday, July 28, 2025, the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) formalized their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at embedding the policy into national procurement and project execution frameworks. This initiative, aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda, seeks to boost local production, empower Nigerian entrepreneurs, reduce import dependency, and position the country for increased…
Amidst the global shift toward cleaner energy, Nigerian industry leaders have called for a bold, locally-driven approach to leveraging the country’s vast natural gas reserves. Speaking at the 4th Oriental News Conference held in Lagos on Thursday, July 24, 2025, participants from across the oil, gas, and power sectors stressed that Nigeria must stop imitating foreign energy transition models and begin designing a strategic roadmap that reflects its unique economic and developmental needs. Themed “Integrating Nigeria’s Gas Potentials into Strategic Energy Transition Initiatives,” the conference brought together high-level experts who urged the federal government and private sector to align on…
Google has unveiled a comprehensive $37 million investment package to support artificial intelligence (AI) development across Africa. This total includes both new and previously committed, but unannounced, funding. The initiative targets key areas such as AI research, talent development, digital infrastructure, and local language support. A central component of the announcement is the launch of the AI Collaborative for Food Security, a multi-stakeholder initiative backed by $25 million from Google.org. This collaborative will unite researchers, nonprofit organizations, and local experts to develop AI-driven solutions for early hunger detection, climate-resilient crops, and customized advisory tools for smallholder farmers. The overarching aim…
Airtel Africa Plc has delivered a strong financial and operational performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, highlighting accelerated growth across its data and mobile money services. The telecoms giant reported a 9% increase in total customer base, reaching 169.4 million subscribers. Data customers surged by 17.4% to 75.6 million, supported by a 4.3 percentage point increase in smartphone penetration to 45.9%. This drove a 47.4% rise in data usage across its networks, resulting in an 18.5% increase in data average revenue per user (ARPU) in constant currency. Mobile money continued to be a cornerstone of Airtel Africa’s growth,…
PalmPay, a top-tier neobank and fintech platform with a strong focus on emerging markets, has once again secured a place on CNBC and Statista’s prestigious 2025 list of the Top 300 Fintech Companies in the World. Digital TimesNG recalls that this marks the second consecutive year the company is being recognized among the globe’s most innovative and impactful financial technology leaders. The annual ranking, compiled through a rigorous assessment of thousands of fintech firms worldwide, evaluates companies based on key criteria such as growth trajectory, innovation, market reach, and overall impact. The 2025 edition features a diverse mix of established…
News Highlights: National Recognition for Communication Excellence Strategic Communication Driving Digital Inclusion In a significant nod to excellence in public sector communication, Hajiya Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations at the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has been named one of Nigeria’s top 50 public relations and communications professionals in the 2025 edition of the prestigious PR Power List. The recognition, jointly unveiled on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, by GLG Communications in collaboration with The Guardian newspaper, celebrates leading voices shaping strategic communication across Nigeria and the diaspora. Hajiya Hadiza Umar was honoured in the “Rising…
First Bank of Nigeria, Nigeria’s leading commercial bank, has joined forces with Mighty Media Plus Network Limited for the maiden edition of the QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit. Two major players in the country’s energy and development sectors- Nigeria LNG (NLNG) and Shell Nigeria, are also supporting the event. Chief Executive Officer of Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, Olumide Iyanda, announced the partnerships in a statement on Monday. Iyanda described FirstBank’s involvement as a strong statement of the bank’s belief in the power of Nigeria’s creative sector. “FirstBank’s support is a reaffirmation of its long-standing commitment to promoting the creative economy,”…