News Highlights: Collaboration for Judicial Capacity Building NJI, NDPC Forms Technical Working Group The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has secured the support of the National Judicial Institute (NJI) in line with the Commission’s objective of safeguarding the data privacy rights of Nigerians. Digital TimesNG recalls that the National Judicial Institute (NJI) is responsible for the training of judicial officers in Nigeria from magistrate courts to the Supreme Court of Nigeria. During a courtesy visit of the Commission, to NJI, the National Commissioner and CEO of the NDPC, Dr Vincent Olatunji lauded the management of NJI under the leadership of…
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Rommy Imah
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.
Excitement is in the air with preparations in full swing in Umunneochi Local Government Area, as the community gears up to welcome the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, for the official flag-off of the highly anticipated 12-kilometre Ngodo-Umuaku-Mbala Road Project. The Executive Chairman of Umunneochi LGA, Chief Sunny Afurobi, who announced this in a statement on Thursday, expressed enthusiasm about the governor’s visit, describing it as a historic moment for the local government area. Speaking on behalf of the local government’s management, staff, elected and appointed officials, the Abia Arise family, and key stakeholders, Chief Afurobi…
In a strong acknowledgement of his dedication to the growth and unity of the maritime sector, the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has been recognized as the “Iconic Maritime Personality of the Year 2024” at an event organized by the Nigerian Maritime Journalists. Chairman of the Award Planning Committee, Dele Aderibigbe, described the honour as a unanimous decision by all maritime journalists to recognize the numerous achievements of CGC Adewale Adeniyi in so short a time as Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs. “This is the first time in the sub-sector everyone will come together to honour…
Chief Sunday Nduka Afurobi’s first 100 days as Mayor of Umunneochi LGA have marked a period of rapid transformation and impactful governance. This article by ROMMY IMAH, highlights his administration’s strides in infrastructure, security, economic development, and social welfare, showcasing his commitment to fulfilling campaign promises. From rehabilitating major roads and restoring electricity to launching agricultural initiatives and youth empowerment programs, Afurobi’s leadership has already brought tangible progress. With a vision centred on transparency, development, and community engagement, his tenure sets the stage for a prosperous future for Umunneochi. As the people of Umunneochi Local Government Area (LGA) reflect on…
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris, has declared 2025 as a pivotal year of consolidation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, aimed at building upon the significant achievements recorded in the first 19 months of governance. During a Ministerial Press Briefing held in Abuja, Minister Idris emphasized the importance of reflecting on these accomplishments as the administration approaches its mid-term, stating, “This inaugural briefing for 2025 serves as a reminder of our progress and the context in which these gains are being realized.” The Minister outlined key areas of achievement under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership, including: Fiscal,…
—Poised To Redefine Radio Experience In South-East The South-Eastern Nigeria airwaves will soon get buzzing as a new entrant in the broadcast industry, Masters FM 105.9 will officially begin operations on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, reports Digital TimesNG. Masters FM 105.9, a vibrant metro radio station, equipped with modern facilities, is designed to deliver premium entertainment, education, and information to its esteemed audience while embracing the rich languages, cultures, and traditions of Nigeria. Strategically located in Onuaku, Uturu, Masters FM’s coverage extends across Abia, Imo, Ebonyi, Anambra, and Enugu states, making it a dominant force in the South-East’s media landscape.…
News Highlights: A Revolutionary Fusion of Music & Commerce Empowering Businesses with Free Advertising Lagos’ airwaves just got a game-changer called KongaFM 103.7! This dynamic hit music and commerce radio station is redefining broadcasting with a fresh mix of entertainment and business opportunities, setting a bold new standard in the industry. While Lagos residents can tune in terrestrially to 103.7, the rest of the world is not left out, as the media powerhouse also streams online 24 x 7, on KongaFM.com, allowing global audiences to connect to its unique offerings. Currently in its test-run phase, Konga FM invites listeners to…
News Highlights: PTECSSAN Urges NLC to Reconsider Protest Against Telecom Tariff Increase Insists Rising Operational Costs Threaten Telecom Industry Stability The Private Telecommunications & Communications Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PTECSSAN) has urged the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) to reconsider its stance on the proposed 50% increase in telecommunications service tariffs, emphasizing that protests and industrial actions will not prevent the imminent collapse of the sector. In a letter addressed to the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, PTECSSAN through its General Secretary, Comrade Okonu Abdullahi A., expressed concern over the NLC’s directive to mobilize affiliate unions for a nationwide…
News Highlights: ALTON Supports LASIMRA’s Enumeration of Telecom Masts Project to Improve Infrastructure Management and Safety Compliance The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has expressed its support for the Lagos State Infrastructure Maintenance and Regulatory Agency (LASIMRA) as it commences the enumeration of communication towers and masts across Lagos State. The exercise, announced by LASIMRA’s General Manager/Chief Executive Officer, Prince Oyekanmi Elegushi, on January 24, 2025, aims to create a comprehensive database of all communication towers in Lagos. Digital TimesNG reports that the project is expected to enhance regulatory oversight, address public safety concerns, and dispel misconceptions…
News Highlights: Telcos defended the tariff hike, emphasizing that it was necessary due to rising economic pressures. Operators assured that the tariff adjustment would enable telecom operators to enhance service quality, optimize networks, and attract more investments. Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), has defended the recent 50% increase in telecom tariffs, stating that it was a necessary adjustment to sustain the industry in the face of rising economic challenges. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Global Business Report on Tuesday morning, Adebayo emphasized that the increase was not arbitrary but…