News Highlights: NITDA and Galaxy Backbone have partnered to provide subsidised sovereign cloud services to iHatch startups, boosting local innovation and digital sovereignty. The initiative offers secure local cloud infrastructure, Naira-based billing, and structured support to help Nigerian startups scale competitively. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has strengthened Nigeria’s startup ecosystem through a strategic partnership with Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) to provide subsidised sovereign cloud services for startups participating in the iHatch programme. In a press release signed by Mrs Hadiza Umar, Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations at NITDA, the agency said the collaboration, facilitated through…
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Rommy Imah is Founder/Editor of Digital Times Nigeria (www.digitaltimesng.com). He has been in active journalism in over two decades with a bias for technology and business reporting. He is particularly passionate about technology and how it can be used to transform human life, businesses and services.
News Highlights: TD Africa’s pivotal role in bridging global innovation with African markets was reinforced at the ASUS Partner Event Summit Nigeria 2026. ASUS showcased breakthrough devices and support programs—including the Zenbook Duo, Zenbook A14, and All-in-One systems. TD Africa once again underscored its position as the leading enabler of global technology brands across Africa by playing a defining role at the ASUS Partner Event Summit Nigeria 2026, hosted at the Radisson Blu, Ikeja. The high-profile summit convened partners, stakeholders, and industry leaders for an immersive showcase of ASUS’s cutting-edge innovations, with TD Africa at the centre of the conversation…
News Highlights: The NCC and CBN signed an MoU to strengthen collaboration, curb fraud, and enhance consumer protection across the telecom and financial sectors. Both regulators inaugurated joint committees and launched the Telecoms Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS) Portal. A new inter-agency alliance between the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to deepen consumer protection and strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both regulators. The agreement signals a coordinated regulatory push to curb fraud across telecom and financial platforms, while enabling Nigerians to more securely…
News Highlights: Crown View Estate launches in Kabusa–Sheretti, Abuja, a fast-growing district with strong investment potential. Development by DAB Properties Limited targets both first-time buyers and investors with flexible, affordable housing options. A new chapter in Abuja’s evolving real estate landscape begins today, April 18, 2026, as Crown View Estate officially opens in the rapidly expanding Kabusa–Sheretti district, a location increasingly regarded as one of the Federal Capital Territory’s most promising investment frontiers. Strategically positioned between Sunnyvale Estate and Piakasa, with seamless connectivity to Lugbe and Apo, Crown View Estate is entering the market at a time when demand for…
News Highlights: NITDA and CAC activate coordinated cybersecurity response measures following concerns affecting CAC’s digital systems. NITDA directs all MDAs to urgently review and strengthen their cybersecurity frameworks in line with the National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy 2021. Nigeria’s public sector digital infrastructure is set for a sweeping cybersecurity review following coordinated actions by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in response to recent vulnerabilities affecting aspects of CAC’s digital systems. Framing the development as a system-wide wake-up call rather than an isolated incident, both agencies confirmed that they have “activated response and…
News Highlights: The NDPC has launched a formal investigation into an alleged data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), citing rising threats from sophisticated cyber-attacks. The Commission is reviewing critical data protection systems and engaging key stakeholders to strengthen safeguards, while assuring the public that Nigeria’s data protection framework remains resilient. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has commenced an investigation into an alleged data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), citing concerns over the security of sensitive information within Nigeria’s digital ecosystem. The probe, initiated pursuant to Section 46(3) of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, signals…
News Highlights: The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has warned of coordinated cyberattacks targeting Nigeria’s financial systems and critical digital infrastructure. Organisations risk legal consequences under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 if they fail to urgently strengthen data protection and cybersecurity measures. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has issued a strong regulatory advisory to data controllers and processors across the country, warning of escalating threats to Nigeria’s data security infrastructure. In a statement released by the Commission, its technical assessment revealed that shadowy threat actors are engaged in coordinated cyber operations targeting financial systems and critical digital infrastructure nationwide.…
News Highlights: Airtel Nigeria and MTN Nigeria have temporarily suspended their airtime and data credit services to comply with new FCCPC regulations on digital lending and consumer credit. Both telecom operators assured customers and investors that the suspension will not materially impact service delivery or revenue, with alternative recharge channels remaining fully available. Two of Nigeria’s leading telecommunications operators, Airtel Nigeria and MTN Nigeria, have announced the temporary suspension of their airtime and data credit advance services as they move to comply with evolving regulatory requirements governing digital lending. The affected services, which previously allowed eligible prepaid customers to borrow…
News Highlights: The deployment of DNSSEC on the .ng domain by NiRA strengthens protection against cyber threats like phishing and spoofing, improving trust in Nigeria’s online ecosystem. The initiative enhances cybersecurity for industries regulated by bodies such as the CBN and the NCC, creating a safer environment for e-commerce, fintech, and government digital services to grow. Nigeria has taken a major step in fortifying its digital infrastructure with the official unveiling of Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) on the country’s .ng domain, a move expected to significantly enhance online trust, cybersecurity resilience, and the growth of the digital economy.…
News Highlights: NiRA President, Adesola Akinsanya, emphasised that journalists must go beyond routine reporting to actively shape national discourse, framing .ng adoption as central to Nigeria’s digital identity, trust, and global positioning. The association warned that reliance on foreign domains fuels economic leakage, weakens security, and undermines Nigeria’s control over its digital ecosystem, urging a strategic shift toward local domain adoption. The President of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), Adesola Akinsanya, has called on Nigerian media professionals to take a frontline role in promoting the adoption of the country’s indigenous domain, .ng, describing it as a critical component of…