The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) of Nigeria has unveiled its innovative model for transforming grassroots innovation into globally competitive enterprises, with 56 Commonwealth member nations set to adopt the framework. The NBTI model, showcased at the Nigerian High Commission in London, has been hailed as a game-changer for driving inclusive growth, creating employment opportunities, and diversifying economies across the Commonwealth. According to Dr. Kazeem Kolawole Raji, Director-General of NBTI, the model has been proven to turn local innovation into globally competitive enterprises, and is aligned with the Commonwealth Secretariat’s Strategic Plan 2025-2030 and the C-RISE Framework. The Commonwealth…
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In a major step toward boosting digital inclusion and media efficiency, journalists in Anambra State now have access to high-speed fibre internet at the Godwin Ezeemo NUJ Secretariat, Awka, a development that underscores the state government’s commitment to technological empowerment. The facility, installed and activated by the Anambra State ICT Agency under the leadership of its MD/CEO, Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata, CFA, fulfills a promise made during the NUJ Congress held on October 3, 2025, and marks another milestone in Anambra’s determined push to embed technology into every facet of governance and civic life. Announcing the successful installation, Agbata hailed the…
The leading technology solutions aggregator in Sub-Saharan Africa, TD Africa, has officially announced the onboarding of Zinox Technologies into its basket of global brands. This milestone marks a strategic alignment between two industry giants united by one mission: to advance Africa’s digital transformation through homegrown innovation and world-class distribution. With this partnership, Zinox Technologies will leverage TD Africa’s robust distribution network and regional expertise to expand the reach of its cutting-edge ICT products and enterprise solutions across Africa. The collaboration underscores TD Africa’s commitment to bridging the gap between global standards and African innovation. “This partnership isn’t just about distribution;…
Nigeria is taking decisive steps to redefine its place in the global Artificial Intelligence (AI) landscape, with the government unveiling plans to develop an indigenous Large Language Model (LLM) tailored to the nation’s linguistic and cultural diversity. The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, disclosed this during a Fireside Chat at the AI Stage of the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) 2025 in Dubai, where he reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to using AI as a catalyst for innovation, national development, and global competitiveness. “Nigeria has over 500 languages and countless dialects. If we rely…
PalmPay, a leading neobank driving financial inclusion in Nigeria, has been awarded Digital Governance Company of the Year (Fintech Innovation) at the Nigeria GovTech Awards 2025, organised by the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR). The prestigious event, held at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, celebrated organisations and individuals driving digital transformation, innovation, and good governance through technology in Nigeria. Receiving the award, Chika Reginald Nwosu, Managing Director of PalmPay Limited, expressed gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to leveraging technology to enhance financial inclusion and support Nigeria’s digital economy agenda. “This award…
The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has urged stronger collaboration, innovation, and inclusive policymaking to position Africa as an AI-ready continent. Speaking at the Hyperscalers Convergence Africa 2025 in Lagos, themed “Fostering a Digital Africa: Connectivities, Convergence and Innovation,” Inuwa said Africa’s youthful population remains its greatest asset, provided the right skills and structures are in place. “We have a generation that is energetic and curious about technology. Our task is to equip them with digital and technical skills to transform this demographic advantage into a digital dividend,” he said, citing NITDA’s…
With preparations in full swing, anticipation is building for the 2025 Annual Conference of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), which will bring together leading voices in media, governance, and policy to dissect the theme: “Reconciling Campaign Promises with Governance Realities: Challenges and Prospects.” Now in its ninth edition, the high-profile conference is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. The annual gathering has become a significant platform for thought leaders, policymakers, and media professionals to engage in critical national conversations on governance, accountability, and the role of the…
The push for a more coordinated and collaborative approach to Nigeria’s digital future took centre stage as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS) convened technology leaders, policymakers, and innovators at the Principal IT Stakeholders Forum 2025 in Abuja. With the theme of deepened partnership underscoring every discussion, both organisations reiterated that Nigeria’s digital transformation can only be achieved through collective effort and strategic alignment across the technology ecosystem. Speaking at the forum, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, represented by Dr. Aristotle Onumo, Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, emphasised that building a…
As Nigeria advances its digital transformation agenda, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has intensified efforts to enhance institutional competence in technology governance through a specialised capacity-building workshop for legal officers under the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE). Held in Abuja, the one-day workshop focused on Information Technology Contract Management, equipping participants with practical insights on procurement procedures, negotiation strategies, compliance standards, and dispute resolution mechanisms essential to modern IT engagements. Representing the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, the Agency’s Director of Regulations and Compliance, Barrister Emmanuel Edet, underscored the centrality of IT contracts in…
The Nigerian media industry is reeling in shock following the brutal killing of ARISE Television anchor, Somtochukwu ‘Sommie’ Maduagwu, who was murdered by armed robbers during an early Monday morning attack at her residence in Katampe, Abuja. Maduagwu, fondly called “Sommie” by colleagues, was just 29 years old. She was not only a promising broadcaster whose vibrant voice connected with millions of viewers, but also a trained lawyer described by many as professional, supportive, and deeply compassionate. In a statement signed by Hadiza Usman-Ajayi on behalf of ARISE News management, the organisation expressed devastation at the loss: “Sommie was not…