For setting the pace of 5G deployment in Africa, the leadership of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has received a pat on the back from the Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE). NIEEE had in a statement signed by its outgoing National Chairman, Engr. Kings Adeyemi, singled out the Executive Vice Chairman, Prof Umar Garba Danbatta and the entire management staff of the Commission for accolades. “Major requirements for 5G journey include spectrum availability, investor-friendly regulatory policy and stakeholders’ awareness. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) engaged relevant stakeholders ahead of the Federal Executive Council’s (FEC) approval of the…
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LG Electronics, a Global Leader in Consumer Electronics has kicked-off the Home Appliances 2022 Valentine Campaign tagged “The Perfect Fit” in line with the mood of the season which is about love. The company said in a statement on Sunday that the campaign will introduce singles and couples to share their ideal Valentine’s date this season and stand a chance to be one of the couples to have an all-expense paid dinner with LG Home Appliances Brand Ambassador Rita Dominic and also go home with an LG Home Appliance Product as a gift. Digital Times reports that this campaign…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has said that the mass media, whether print, broadcast, online, or other specialised genres, will remain central and strategic stakeholders to the telecom regulator in its commitment to delivering on its regulatory mandates as enshrined in the Nigerian Communications Act (NCA) 2003 and other policy instruments. Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the NCC, Prof. Umar Danbatta, stated this on Tuesday in his remarks while receiving a delegation of the topmost echelon of the Management of National Economy, a media organisation, on a courtesy visit to the Commission at its head office…
Smile Telecoms Group has announced that it has launched a restructuring plan under Part 26A of the UK Companies Act 2006(the “Restructuring Plan”) on 15 December 2021, with the English court sanction hearing due to take place at the end of February. A statement signed by Ms Nicolene van Zyl, Group Head, Corporate Communications and Marketing, stated that the recapitalisation to be implemented via the Restructuring Plan (the “Restructuring”) will strengthen and provide new funding to the business to allow Smile Telecoms Group to safeguard its operations and deliver its commercial objectives. In addition to the $63.6 million injected…
Jiji, the Nigerian-based venture, announced on Monday, Jan 31st its full acquisition of Ghanaian-based classifieds heavyweight Tonaton. The company is the enterprise behind the Jiji app, the #1 application by downloads in the Shopping category on the Google Play Store in Nigeria, and currently the highest-rated e-commerce app in the country. Jiji already holds leadership positions in Ghana and Kenya. Additionally, the marketplace operates in Uganda and Tanzania, with some 12 million users making up a monthly active base among all geographies. Digital Times understands that the amount of the transaction was undisclosed. Tonaton, a subsidiary of Saltside, was the…
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Wema Bank has announced the commencement of the third edition of its Hackathon dubbed Hackaholics 3.0, which provides tech enthusiasts and innovators with a unique platform to unleash their creativity. The platform also allows innovators to exhibit innovative solutions that will battle some inherent societal challenges, network with like-minded tech-savvy individuals, show off their skills, and win great prizes! A statement by the bank said registration for Hackathon 3.0 begins on the 5th of February and will close on the 12th of February 2022. “Hackaholics 3.0 is aimed at solving some specific challenges across multiple sectors by introducing innovative…
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The National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has assured that it would continue to give equal opportunities to the vulnerable especially people living with various forms of disabilities in the country, as part of efforts to promote digital inclusion. NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa, made this assurance at the just concluded five days training and empowerment program on Digital Skills and Entrepreneurship organised for People Living With Disabilities, (PLWD), the South-South edition which was held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The NITDA boss who was represented at the closing ceremony by the Acting Director, Corporate Planning and Strategy, Aristotle Onumo, maintained that empowering differently able people in the society would promote digital inclusion. While describing digital transformation…
Chairman of Zinox Group and renowned serial digital entrepreneur, Leo Stan Ekeh has committed the sum of over N500 million towards a novel initiative to create jobs and promote peace in Imo State. Ekeh, a native of Mbaitoli in Imo State, announced the contribution during a quarterly Stakeholders Meeting/Luncheon hosted by the Imo State government on Tuesday, January 4, 2022. The well-attended session, which was held at the Government House in Owerri, the Imo State capital, had in attendance Governor Hope Uzodinma, the Deputy Governor, Prof. Placid Njoku, members of the expanded State Executive Council, as well as serving and…