The Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has said that the convergence of Technology-as-a-Service and infrastructure deployment marks a new era in technological advancement. He said the emergence of Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) stands as a beacon of innovation, providing businesses with the tools to adapt, grow, and thrive in the ever-evolving dynamic environment. Maida, who described this convergence as a paradigm that not only fosters innovation and growth but also democratizes access to cutting-edge solutions for businesses of all sizes, implored service providers to embrace this transformative concept. Speaking while presenting his keynote…
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AfriTECH 3.0 will feature keynotes, panel sessions, fireside chats, networking, exhibition, ATAEx Awards Organisers of the third edition of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 3.0) scheduled for Wednesday, November 8th November 2023 at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, have announced that the Keynote address at the tech event will be delivered by the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida. Themed: “Technology-as-a-Service (TaaS) in Emerging Economy”, the event serves as a reminder that with technology transforming at a record pace, offering strategic and flexible solutions is critical to staying ahead…
Global Reactions As Kongatv Goes Live With Confidence KongaTV, Africa’s pioneer buyers and sellers TV platform with the mission to promote commerce and entertainment democracy, formally went live on Monday, November 6, 2023, igniting a wave of enthusiastic reactions. KongaTV, a unique 24-hour iPTV channel accessible as KongaTV on YouTube, has already created significant excitement and anticipation within the market, with industry experts and observers hailing it as a transformative addition to the industry. The KongaTV social capital mission to empower SMEs and upcoming creative entrepreneurs, including religious entrepreneurs, is commendable at a time Africans are facing the hardest time…
MainOne expects this state-of-the-art facility to become a catalyst for digital innovation, providing a robust infrastructure for enterprises to thrive MainOne, an Equinix Company, West Africa’s connectivity and data centre solutions provider has announced the launch of their expanded open access, carrier-neutral, Uptime Tier III standards Data Centre, AB1.2, in VITIB, Grand Bassam, Cote d’Ivoire, in November 2023. MainOne has consistently delivered world-class connectivity, colocation, and interconnection services to support the technological requirements of customers in Cote d’Ivoire, beginning from the landing of its submarine cable to the launch of the initial data centre in 2019. Digital TimesNG understands that…
The EVC said Fintech is revolutionizing Nigeria’s financial ecosystem as it represents a positive disruption to the conventional financial system Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has described the Financial Technology (Fintech) industry as a critical driver of financial inclusion of Nigerian citizens living in the underserved and unserved communities across the country. Maida made this known in his keynote address at the 2023 edition of the annual Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) FinTech Forum which focused on, “Harnessing Nigeria’s Fintech Potential: Challenges and Opportunities” that took place in Lagos recently.…
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) team, led by the National Commissioner/CEO, Dr Vincent Olatunji, conducted an advocacy visit to the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, at his office in Abuja on October 27, 2023, to raise awareness about Data Protection. At the visit, Dr. Olatunji emphasised the increasing digitisation of the world and its impact on various aspects of human life, particularly the sharing of personal data such as names, phone numbers, email addresses, NIN, and BVN; all of which are crucial in identifying individuals. He stated, “There are some personal data that are sensitive, which require additional safeguards,…
Access Bank, Nigeria’s top financial institution with a global presence is set to splash millions of Naira and mouth-watering freebies on its existing and new customers in an end-of-the-year campaign. Tagged “Xtrawins Transact and Win”, the campaign will run from October 1 to December 31, 2023, the bank said in a statement made available to Digital TimesNG. Njideka Esomeju, Group Head, Consumer Banking, Access Bank said during the launch of the campaign at the bank’s head office recently, that the campaign was aimed at appreciating customers for their patronage, and in line with the Bank’s reward campaign objectives. She explained…
Nigeria has been admitted as a member of the Global Privacy Assembly (GPA) in recognition of her landmark achievements in advancing data privacy and protection. Digital TimesNG understands that the Nigeria Data Protection Bill assented to by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was a major consideration in accrediting Nigeria as a member of the prestigious Assembly. Similarly, establishing the Nigeria Data Protection Commission under the Act as the independent data protection authority for Nigeria is a key index in assessing the adequacy of data protection in a country. The decision on Nigeria’s accreditation was announced during the 45th Global Privacy Assembly…
The Atorj Technology, Cisco-Comstor partnership aims to bring cutting-edge tech solutions to Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) in Nigeria Atorj Technology Limited, a leading IT firm based in Ilupeju, Lagos, has partnered with global IT giants Cisco and a major Cisco distributor, Westcon Comstor to bring advanced tech solutions to Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) in Nigeria. Digital TimesNG understands that the partnership aims to enhance productivity and scalability for SMBs by introducing the latest IT products and trends. In a recent event held at the Cisco Office in Victoria Island, Atorj Technology, Cisco and Comstor showcased a range of…
Polaris Bank donated school essentials to secondary schools in Lagos State through the partnership Polaris Bank, in partnership with Evolve Charity, a non-profit organisation, has presented educational materials to more than 400 students in the Ikeja and Surulere areas of Lagos State. This is another display of Polaris Bank’s commitment to supporting the ‘Girl-Child Education Project’, a critical pillar of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework. The donated materials which include school uniforms, school bags, pens, sandals, and various books, were presented to the students of both Opebi Junior Secondary School, Opebi, Ikeja Lagos, on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, and…