-IPv6 Summit Aims To Propel Nigeria’s Digital Transformation And Economic Growth News Highlights: The IPv6-Driven Digital Summit emphasized the importance of transitioning to IPv6 as a crucial step in advancing Nigeria’s digital technology. NITDA’s DG highlighted FG’s commitment to accelerating economic diversification through industrialization, digitization, and innovation. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) hosted the IPv6-Driven Digital Summit in partnership with Huawei, the IPv6 Forum, and the IPv6 Council Nigeria to discuss the country’s digital transformation process. Themed “Bringing Net 5.5G Into Reality: Inspiring New Growth,” the event which took place at the Digital Economy Complex, Mbora marked a…
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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.
News Highlights: Digital Encode, and NeuRaL AI, have expressed interest in partnering with NITRA for its upcoming annual multi-stakeholder conference. The Conference, scheduled for August 28, 2024, will explore the theme “Impact of AI on National Development: Prospects, Policies, and Challenges in Nigeria.” Digital Encode, a leading Cyber Security and Governance Risk Compliance (GRC) company, and NeuRaL AI, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) firm, have indicated interest in collaborating with the ICT industry media body, the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), on its forthcoming annual multi-stakeholder conference. Digital TimesNG reports that also partnering with NITRA for this year’s event will…
-Fidelity Bank Has 14 Days To Pay The Fine News Highlight: The NDPC has fined Fidelity Bank Plc N555,800,000, which is 0.1% of the Bank’s annual gross revenue for 2023. The fine was a result of violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, and the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation, 2019. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has ordered Fidelity Bank Plc to pay a sum of N555,800,000 (Five Hundred and Fifty-Five-Million-Eight Hundred-Thousand naira) only being 0.1% of the Bank’s annual gross revenue in 2023. Digital TimesNG reports that the fine resulting from investigations into violations of the Nigeria Data…
News Highlights: TD Africa has partnered with ZTE Corporation to introduce a new range of smartphones in Nigeria, aiming to reshape and enhance the mobile phone ecosystem. The collaboration between TD Africa and ZTE is expected to be a game-changer for the Nigerian mobile market, with a wide selection of smartphones available. Konga, Nigeria’s composite e-commerce giant, reaffirms its commitment to improving education in Nigeria as it kicks off its much-anticipated Back-to-School campaign today, Monday, August 19th, 2024. Running until Friday, September 30th, 2024, Digital TimesNG understands that the campaign promises to deliver unbeatable deals and discounts of up to…
News Highlights: TD Africa has partnered with ZTE Corporation to introduce a new range of smartphones in Nigeria, aiming to reshape and enhance the mobile phone ecosystem. The collaboration between TD Africa and ZTE is expected to be a game-changer for the Nigerian mobile market, with a wide selection of smartphones available. TD Africa is poised to reshape and enhance the Nigerian mobile phone ecosystem through its partnership with ZTE Corporation to introduce a new range of smartphones. This recent strategic partnership marks the beginning of a new era for Nigerian mobile consumers, delivering a wide array of devices that…
News Highlights: NITDA and FCT UBEB are partnering to launch an intensive two-week training program in AI, Coding, and Robotics for 24 students from six FCT schools. The third edition of the Reality House competition will feature 54 participants from eight schools competing in a reality TV show-style event. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT UBEB) are collaborating to spark a digital transformation in schools across the FCT. A statement signed by Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Director, Corporate Affairs and External Relations at NITDA and made available to Digital TimesNG…
News Highlights: Cruz emphasized the necessity of creating an environment that attracts investment to support the telecoms industry. He noted that telecoms play a crucial role in driving digital inclusion and economic growth in Nigeria. Carl Cruz, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, has emphasized the critical importance of creating an investment-friendly environment to sustain the role of the telecom industry in driving digital inclusion and economic growth in Nigeria. Cruz stated this at the Telecoms Industry Townhall, themed ‘Two Decades After: What Next for the Telecoms Industry’, on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. The hybrid event, organized by the Financial…
News Highlights: PalmPay emphasized the need for banks and fintechs to collaborate and innovate to enhance financial inclusion at the last mile. It’s revealed that PalmPay’s success stems from its investment in data and collaboration with other financial sector players. PalmPay, a leading Africa-focused fintech platform, has called for collaboration and innovation among banks and fintechs to drive financial inclusion at the last mile, reports Digital TimesNG. PalmPay’s Head of Partnerships, Chibuzor Melah, made the call during the Nigeria Fintech Forum held recently in Lagos. Themed, “Building the Next Frontiers for Nigeria’s Fintech,” the event brought together key stakeholders from…
-Obadare Was Appointed Professor Of Practice By The Miva Open University, Abuja News Highlights: This prestigious role, confirmed in a letter dated July 1, 2024, recognizes his exceptional professional experience and contributions to the field. Dr. Obadare’s new role will bridge the gap between academia and industry by incorporating his extensive expertise into Miva Open University’s curriculum. Dr. Obadare Peter Adewale, Forbes Best of Africa Outstanding Digital Trust Leader and Founder/Chief Visionary Officer, Digital Encode Limited, has been appointed as Nigeria’s first Professor of Practice (Cybersecurity). Digital TimesNG understands that Dr. Obadare’s letter of appointment as a Professor of Practice…
News Highlights: Renewals cover approximately 13,500 tenancies through to the end of 2032. The renewals reaffirm HIS Towers’ long-term partnership with MTN and the criticality of IHS Infrastructure in enabling mobile connectivity. IHS Towers, one of the largest independent owners, operators, and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by tower count, and MTN Nigeria have announced an agreement to renew and extend all Nigerian tower Master Lease Agreements until December 2032, covering approximately 13,500 tenancy contracts. Digital TimesNG reports that regarding the approximately 2,500 MTN Nigeria tenancies set to expire at the end of 2024 and in 2025,…