The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Wema Bank Plc, Mr. Ademola Adebise, has advised accountants to store data safely and protect them against cybersecurity threats and other criminal breaches. Adebise gave the advice on Tuesday at the 16th Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) Western Accountants Conference themed ‘Digital Economy: Whither the Professional Accountant’ held in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The MD/CEO who stressed the importance of data storage and security said that accountants in the digital age must be flexible and knowledgeable to save data on storage devices on-premises or in the cloud. He also noted that…
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The best technological innovation in Commercial Washing Machines, Dryers, Dishwashers and Stylers was in exhibition at the LG Electronics (LG) Conference of Real Estate Developers, Consultants and Hoteliers held in Lagos on Saturday, February 19th, 2022. Organised by the World’s Electronics giant, the exclusive Home Appliances Conference was aimed at introducing LG’s key stakeholders to the world of possibilities and creativity that its business solutions can provide. Mr. Brian Kang, General Manager, Home Appliances Division, LG Electronics West Africa Operations, said the product display was to enable its partners to learn more about LG’s business solutions and also reaffirm its…
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…
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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