News Highlights: Managing Director of News Central TV, met with the Lagos State Commissioner of Police to address recent attacks on journalists by thugs. Commissioner Fayoade assured Akintemi that the police would investigate the attacks and bring the perpetrators to justice. Managing Director of News Central TV, Mr. Kayode Akintemi, on Wednesday, paid a visit to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Adegoke Fayoade, to express concerns over the recent attack on journalists by thugs in the state, reports Digital TimesNG. Akintemi who was on the visit following attacks by suspected thugs on the reporters of News Central TV covering…
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News Highlights: NOUN has inaugurated seven state-of-the-art laboratories under the Africa Centre of Excellence for Technology Enhanced Learning (ACETEL). The labs feature advanced technology for student learning and research and play big roles in developing capacity for both staff and students. The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has inaugurated seven state-of-the-art Africa Centre of Excellence for Technology Enhanced Learning (ACETEL) laboratories to enhance research capabilities. The seven laboratories are the Cyber Security Lab, Management Information System (MIS) Lab, Artificial Intelligence Lab, Virtual Reality Laboratory, ACETEL Basic Laboratory, ACETEL-CISCO Academy and Multimedia Laboratory. Digital TimesNG understands that the university expects…
News Highlights: Mele Kyari, GCEO of NNPCL, dismissed allegations that company staff are responsible for importing substandard petroleum products into the country. Kyari revealed that under the current management, the NNPCL has become a profit-making company after 43 years of losses. Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, on Wednesday dismissed allegations that staff of the company are behind substandard importation of petroleum products into the country. While speaking before a Senate Ad-hoc Committee regarding allegations of economic sabotage in the petroleum industry, Kyari stated that both he, as the CEO, and…
News Highlights: The MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), has launched the MTN MUSON School of Music Scholarship. The scholarship offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and performance opportunities while fostering students’ growth into proficient and expressive musicians. In partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), the MTN Foundation has announced applications for the MTN MUSON School of Music Scholarship, reports Digital TimesNG. Now in its 18th year, Digital TimesNG understands that the scholarship supports and nurtures the next generation of Nigerian musicians. The programme offers a fully funded two-year diploma course in music, providing…
TECNO illuminated brightly at the TrendUpp Awards at the Balmoral Convention Center on Sunday, July 7th, clinching the coveted Force of Collaboration Award. This annual ceremony, renowned for recognizing remarkable achievements within Nigeria’s social media community, honoured TECNO for its outstanding efforts in partnering with social media influencers and content creators to spark a technological renaissance. The Force of Collaboration Award underscores TECNO’s strategic initiatives over the past year, highlighting people-led sponsorships and thoughtful social media campaigns that have driven innovation and engagement. Through these collaborative efforts, TECNO has not only amplified its brand presence but also significantly contributed to…
TD Africa Showcases Technological Commitment With The Launch Of ZTE’s Latest Mobile Phones Into Nigerian Market In the news: ZTE and TD Africa launched new mobile devices including the ZTE V60 Design, Nubia Neo2, and Nubia Focus Pro. The launch event emphasized innovation and the potential for the Nigerian mobile market. TD Africa, celebrating its 25th anniversary, showcased its role as a leader in tech distribution. The Nigerian mobile ecosystem witnessed a historic moment on Friday, June 28, 2024, with the grand launch of ZTE’s latest mobile phones, spearheaded by a strategic partnership with TD Africa, the leading tech products…
As TECNO is set to propel another Nigerian Idol hopeful toward their dream stardom, they’re also making sure viewers are included in the excitement. TECNO is offering incredible opportunities for fans to win big in the new Nigerian Idol season. Here are five thrilling ways you can score amazing prizes from TECNO during this season of Nigerian Idol: TECNO brings a unique challenge to the Nigerian Idol stage with the TECNO Jingle Contest. For a chance at the N500,000 cash prize, contestants are tasked with creating and performing a song that creatively incorporates TECNO and CAMON 30 specifications, embodying the…
In the news: NITDA is partnering with the World Bank and WTO to drive economic reforms, focusing on industrialization and digitization. The agency plans regulatory reforms aiming to strengthen policy implementation and create a digital-friendly environment. NITDA actively participating in global digital trade protocols to enhance Nigeria’s role in the digital economy. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to collaborate with the World Bank and World Trade Organisation to implement the presidential priority areas of reforming the economy for sustained inclusive growth and accelerating diversification through industrialisation and digitisation. Kashifu Inuwa, DG NITDA, disclosed this when he…
In the news: Mr. Edetaen Ojo, an acclaimed internet freedom advocate and Executive Director of Media Rights Agenda, will chair the 2024 Nigeria DigitalSENSE Forum on Internet Governance for Development. The forum, with the theme “IG4D: Innovative Digital Economy & Safer Civic Space in Nigeria,” will be held at Welcome Centre Hotels in Lagos. The event which celebrates 15 years of advocacy by DigitalSENSE Africa, will honour individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to enhancing Internet access and digital empowerment in Nigeria. One of Africa’s top 10 digital change makers and Executive Director of Media Rights Agenda (MRA), Mr.…
In the news: Brass, a Nigerian business banking startup, has been acquired by a consortium led by Paystack and PiggyVest, Ventures Platform, and P1 Ventures. The startup, which faced liquidity issues and received new capital in March 2024, raised $1.7 million in 2021 to support Nigeria’s underserved entrepreneurs and businesses. Brass, the Nigerian business banking startup has been acquired by a consortium of investors led by payment fintech company Paystack. Other investors in the acquisition deal include PiggyVest, Ventures Platform, and P1 Ventures, Digital TimesNG quotes a report by TechLabari. Founder and CEO Sola Akindolu and CTO Emmanuel Okeke will…