News Highlights: ICT stakeholders argue that requiring 3MTT fellows to adopt the foreign .cv domain may conflict with the Nigeria-First Policy and weaken the promotion of Nigeria’s indigenous .ng digital identity. Experts have raised concerns about data sovereignty, privacy protection and cybersecurity implications, calling for greater transparency and possible adjustments to the partnership structure. Concerns are mounting within Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry over the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy’s (FMCIDE) recently announced partnership with Hello.cv, with stakeholders arguing that the arrangement appears to conflict with the Federal Government’s Nigeria-First Policy by prioritising a foreign…
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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: Access Holdings posted a record ₦1.007 trillion Profit Before Tax and grew total assets to ₦51.56 trillion, reinforcing its focus on sustainable growth, balance sheet strength, and long-term value creation. The Group unveiled its “From Scale to Value” strategy, highlighting expansion beyond banking into pensions, insurance, consumer finance, and payments while prioritising resilience, governance, and future shareholder returns. Access Holdings Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable growth, balance sheet strength, and long-term value creation, positioning these priorities at the centre of its corporate strategy as it navigates an increasingly dynamic operating environment. Digital TimesNG reports that the…
News Highlights: Over 75 million telecom subscribers compensated for poor service quality NCC reaffirmed its commitment to expanding fibre infrastructure and strengthening network resilience The Governing Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has commended ongoing investments by telecommunications operators aimed at improving network coverage, service quality and digital connectivity across the country, while also calling for stronger compliance with regulatory directives designed to enhance consumer experience and infrastructure resilience. This formed part of the resolutions reached at the 109th Board Meeting of the Commission held on May 25, 2026, where members reviewed industry developments, operational reports and strategic initiatives…
News Highlights: Princess Oforitsenere Emiko Named Interim Board Chair DBI Unveils Five-Pillar Transformation Agenda As part of ongoing efforts to reposition the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) as a catalyst for Nigeria’s digital transformation agenda, the Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved a new interim leadership structure for the Institute, appointing Princess Oforitsenere Emiko as Interim Chairman of its Governing Board. The appointment underscores the Commission’s commitment to strengthening DBI’s institutional capacity and aligning its operations with the evolving demands of Nigeria’s communications sector and digital economy. Joining Princess Emiko on the interim board are Engr. Abraham Oshadami,…
News Highlights ALTON commended the Federal Government’s 50% tariff increase approved in 2025 The association called for a more comprehensive telecom investment-tracking framework The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has called for the development of a more comprehensive framework for tracking investments in the telecommunications sector, saying current capital importation data does not fully reflect the level of investment being deployed by operators. The association made the call while reacting to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) Q1 2026 Capital Importation Report, which showed a decline in foreign capital inflows into the telecommunications sector from $80.78 million…
News Highlights: NCC reaffirmed its commitment to digital inclusion by supporting initiatives that equip young Nigerian girls with ICT and STEM skills, mentorship, and innovation exposure. 185 contestants of the 2026 National Girls in ICT Competition toured the National Communications Museum, gaining insights into Nigeria’s telecommunications evolution and the opportunities shaping the digital future. Efforts to bridge Nigeria’s gender gap in technology received a boost as the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) reaffirmed its commitment to digital inclusion, highlighting the growing importance of equipping young girls with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy. The Commission praised the Minister…
News Highlights: Moniepoint graduated its second DreamDevs Bootcamp cohort, equipping young engineers with industry-ready software development skills. The initiative supports Africa’s digital growth by helping bridge the continent’s critical engineering talent gap. As Africa races to build a competitive digital economy, one challenge continues to threaten its progress: the shortage of highly skilled software engineers. The gap between industry demand and available mid-to-senior engineering talent remains significant. Globally, the shortage of software developers is projected to reach 85 million by 2030, with an estimated economic impact of $5.5 trillion. Against this backdrop, Moniepoint Inc., Africa’s leading digital financial services provider,…
News Highlights: NITDA Endorses NiRA’s 2026 Roadmap NiRA Records Growth, Targets Wider Government Adoption The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has intensified efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy with the official approval of the 2025 Annual Report and 2026 Business Plan of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA). The approval followed a strategic meeting at NITDA headquarters in Abuja, where NiRA President, Mr Adesola Akinsanya, led members of the association’s board to present its vision and operational roadmap for 2026 to NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa. The development marks a significant step in the collaboration between both organisations as…
News Highlights: APRA and Namibia’s NAMPA sign strategic MoU to co-host the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference (ECC) in Swakopmund, Namibia. Over 1,000 delegates, including heads of state, diplomats, industry leaders, journalists and public relations professionals, are expected at ECC 2026. The African Public Relations Association (APRA) and the Namibian Press Agency (NAMPA) have formalised a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening communication as a catalyst for Africa’s development, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-host the 2026 Effective Communicators Conference (ECC). The agreement, signed in Namibia, paves the way for the hosting of the continental communication summit…
News Highlights: The UK Nautical Institute certification awarded to NSML’s Maritime Centre of Excellence validates the Centre’s training standards as globally competitive. The achievement’s national impact, as it strengthens Nigeria’s maritime reputation, boosts the employability of Nigerian seafarers worldwide. Nigeria LNG Ship Management Limited (NSML) has announced that its Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCOE), based on Bonny Island in Rivers State, has secured international certification from the UK Nautical Institute, marking a major milestone for Nigeria’s maritime sector. The Centre, which serves Nigeria, West Africa, and the global maritime community, is equipped with advanced simulators and modern training facilities designed…