FBNQuest Trustees, a subsidiary of FBNHoldings, and a leading provider of trust solutions to individuals, corporate entities, and government institutions, is hosting an Estate Planning Clinic in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria on May 30, 2024. The forum’s theme is “Preserving Legacies Across Generations” and aims to educate residents from Ibadan and environs about the importance of estate planning under relevant legislation. The session will be led by experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge and extensive experience in estate planning. Digital TimesNG understands that the focus of this event is generational wealth transfer and proper estate planning, using live and practical examples…
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–Dania, Alpha-Geek Founder Was Crowned Digital Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 –Alpha-Geek Was Recognised As The IT Solutions & Consulting Company Of The Year Oluwaseun Dania, founder and lead consultant of Alpha-Geek Technologies, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s digital space, was crowned Digital Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 at the prestigious Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Awards held in Lagos during the weekend. Dania, a serial entrepreneur and investor, was commended by the organisers of the event for his exceptional role in shaping the nation’s digital landscape, reports Digital TimesNG. Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Awards…
…Jim Dildine Named as Sophos’ New CFO Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, has announced the appointment of Joe Levy as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO). To drive a critical role in the execution of his strategy to shape the future of Sophos, Levy who has been acting CEO since February 15, 2024, has named Jim Dildine Sophos’ new chief financial officer (CFO) and a member of his senior management team, Digital TimesNG reports. Levy is a nearly 30-year veteran of innovating and leading cybersecurity product development, services and companies. During his nine-year tenure…
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has congratulated the newly elected Executive Council of the African Public Relations Association (APRA), chosen at the 35th APRA Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM), held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from May 13-18, 2024. The Minister, also a Fellow of APRA, acknowledged the significance of the election for the advancement of public relations across Africa, adding that while it is a pivotal moment for APRA, the collective expertise, and leadership of the newly elected Executive Council would be instrumental in attaining the long-term vision of the association. The new APRA…
Internet outage was due to faults in the undersea cables connecting the region to the rest of the world Internet users in the East African region are experiencing poor connectivity In March, parts of West and Southern Africa also faced similar outages Internet users in the East African countries of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda are experiencing poor connectivity, with service providers across the region acknowledging the issue. Ben Roberts, an industry expert told the BBC that the intermittent service was due to faults in the undersea cables connecting the region to the rest of the world via South Africa.…
9PSB Is A Nigeria Digital Payment Service Bank Focused On Financial Inclusion 9 Payment Service Bank (9PSB), Nigeria’s digital payment service bank, has encouraged the growth and development of more Information Technology startups by sponsoring the just concluded Kano TechPrenuer Conference, a tech entrepreneur gathering held at Meena Event Centre, Lodge Road, Kano. The flagship event, which was organised by IMH Global with the theme: ‘Empowering Tomorrow: Innovating in the Digital Space,’ aimed at bringing together tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore emerging trends, share insights, and enhance networking opportunities within the technology ecosystem, with a focus on fostering…
Google Re-launches Hustle Academy With AI Focus To Empower African SMBs Google has announced the opening of applications for the 2024 cohort of its Hustle Academy, a programme dedicated to accelerating the growth of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Sub-Saharan Africa. Digital TimesNG reports that this year, the programme introduces a significant upgrade: business-focused AI training integrated directly into the curriculum. SMBs are the backbone of Africa’s economy, yet many face challenges accessing funding and developing the essential skills needed to grow their businesses. According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), 40% of formal SMBs in developing countries have…
9mobile, Nigeria’s customer-centric telecommunications company has refreshed its ‘MoreBusiness ComboPak’ offerings with additional benefits to enable new and potential customers enjoy more value on calls, data, SMS and CUG for their Businesses. The ‘MoreBusiness ComboPak’ product offering is a flexible and customizable plan with an array of add-on services. The plan gives customers benefits of extra cost-saving tariff within the bundle, and 100% bonus data upon repurchase of select bundles. With the update, 9mobile customers on this plan will also enjoy free incoming calls while roaming on select networks in the following 10 countries: UK, UAE, South Africa, Kenya, Spain,…
CyberAgric Will Drive Food Production In Nigeria Flexify Solutions, a leading tech-based firm in Oyo State, has introduced “CyberAgric,” an innovative solution designed to drive food production in Nigeria. Digital TimesNG understands that the launch is in recognition of the crucial role of modern agricultural practices in ensuring food security, especially in a nation like Nigeria, where this is a top priority. CyberAgric is a cutting-edge mobile application that leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to support Nigerian farmers, particularly those involved in cash crop cultivation such as cassava and maize. The app’s groundbreaking features include early disease detection, with the capability…
The Blockchain Industry Meeting Was Originally Scheduled For 10 AM Monday (Today) The proposed meeting between stakeholders in the blockchain industry and the Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Emomotimi Agama, earlier scheduled for 10 am today (Monday, May 6, 2024) has been rescheduled. The virtual meeting being facilitated by the Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria (BICCoN) will now hold at 2:30 pm today, Monday 6, 2024. This change in time was disclosed in an email sent to Digital TimesNG early Monday and signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria,…