Author: Rommy Imah

Dr. Evans Woherem, an award-winning African technology researcher, analyst, and writer, has proposed a comprehensive and implementable strategy to end terrorism, banditry, and criminal violence in Nigeria, warning that the country’s prolonged insecurity has reached a critical point that demands urgent, coordinated action. Titled “A Comprehensive Strategy for Ending Terrorism, Banditry, and Criminal Violence in Nigeria: A Pragmatic, Multi-Layered, and Implementable Framework,” the white paper presents a holistic roadmap designed to reverse more than a decade of escalating violence that has claimed thousands of lives, displaced communities, weakened local economies, and eroded public trust in governance. According to Woherem, insecurity…

Smile Communications took its engagement with customers beyond boardrooms and service centres, as it launched a five-day community-focused health and wellness campaign designed to foster closer interaction with the public. Tagged “Walk for Life,” the initiative, which ran from Monday, December 15 to Friday, December 19, 2025, saw the company’s senior executives walk through selected routes across Lagos. The programme combined physical wellness with grassroots engagement, creating opportunities for direct interaction with residents and small business owners in the communities Smile serves, while reinforcing the company’s commitment to healthy living and stronger community ties. Leading the initiative was Smile’s Chief…

In a move aimed at making high-quality internet access more affordable and responsive to changing consumer needs, Smile Communications has rolled out a comprehensively revamped suite of data plans that delivers substantially more value at reduced prices. The refreshed offerings, branded as Smile MINI, Smile MIDI, Smile JUMBO, Smile MAXI, and Smile ANNUAL, underscore the company’s strategic focus on providing flexible, customer-centric connectivity solutions tailored to the fast-evolving data consumption patterns of Nigerians. This strategic refresh is the result of more than one year of extensive consumer research, during which Smile engaged users across multiple regions to understand what truly…

A shared commitment to education, safety, and opportunity across generations has earned renowned entrepreneur, technologist, and philanthropist, Mr. Tim Akano, a rare double honour from both his university and primary school alma maters. In November 2025, Mr. Akano was conferred with Distinguished Alumnus Awards by Obafemi Awolowo University and Baptist Day School, Oluponna, in recognition of his far-reaching contributions to education, mentorship, technology, innovation, and community development. The twin recognitions mark a significant milestone in a lifelong journey defined by human capital development and measurable social impact. A 1983 graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Mr. Akano was honoured by the…

In a strategic move to unlock private-sector financing for one of Nigeria’s most critical social needs, Sterling Bank has unveiled a targeted loan solution designed to accelerate investment in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services nationwide. The initiative, launched in partnership with Water.org and the Sterling One Foundation, is known as the Sterling WASH Business Loan, a catalytic financing instrument aimed at empowering WASH-focused businesses and service providers to scale sustainable access to safe water and sanitation across the country. Unveiled on Monday, November 24, 2025, at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos, the launch underscores a shared commitment to strengthening…

Mr. Tim Akano, Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of New Horizons, has disclosed that the ICT training organisation has empowered more than 500,000 young Nigerians with practical digital skills over the past two decades, positioning the company as a major driver of human capital development in the country. Akano disclosed this at the annual end-of-year meeting of the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA), held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the headquarters of New Horizons. The meeting provided a reflective forum for IT journalists to revisit the company’s entrepreneurial journey and its enduring partnership with the technology media community. Speaking…

Anambra State is redefining how citizens engage with government by rolling out the BETA version of SmartGov, a unified digital services platform that brings public administration closer to the people through technology-driven convenience. Accessible via https://smart.anambrastate.gov.ng, SmartGov aggregates more than 31 government services into a single, easy-to-use portal, allowing residents to access public services anytime and from anywhere. The platform is designed to eliminate traditional bureaucratic bottlenecks by replacing complex procedures with intuitive, digital interactions. At the heart of SmartGov is NORA, an Artificial Intelligence–powered digital assistant purpose-built for Anambra State. Trained on government services, processes, and official directories, NORA…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has acknowledged ongoing Quality of Service (QoS) challenges affecting telecommunications subscribers in Abuja, citing disruptions in diesel supply as the root cause of recent service outages. According to Mrs. Nnenna Ukoha, Head, Public Affairs of the NCC, the Commission is working closely with major stakeholders and licensees to restore service quality. The disruptions have largely impacted IHS Nigeria Limited, the colocation provider responsible for powering Airtel and MTN base stations in the affected areas. The diesel supply challenges stem from the activities of the National Oil and Gas Suppliers Association (NOGASA), which disrupted deliveries to…

Anambra State has once more proven that its digital transformation journey is not a one-off success but a sustained trajectory of excellence, clinching four major awards at the 13th Meeting of the National Council on Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy (NCCIDE) held in Jos, Plateau State, from December 8–12, 2025. This marks the second time in three years that Anambra has emerged as one of the most decorated states at the Council, following a similar sweep in 2023, an achievement that underscores the state’s consistency in driving innovation, governance reforms, and inclusive digital growth. A Platform for Shared Innovation The…

When the story of grassroots-focused leadership in the 10th National Assembly is written, the name Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah will not simply appear as one more representative from Abia State. It will stand boldly as the embodiment of a new era, one defined by transformational representation, uncompromising service delivery, and record-setting empowerment initiatives that have altered the socio-economic trajectory of Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency. This reality came alive recently when the entire length and breadth of Isuikwuato and Umunneochi Local Government Areas erupted in unprecedented celebration. Streets buzzed with excitement. Markets overflowed with cheers. Families gathered in disbelief and gratitude. For…