The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have sealed a landmark partnership to accelerate the deployment of sustainable digital infrastructure across Nigeria by integrating renewable energy solutions with telecommunications networks. The agreement was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed during the NCC–REA Stakeholder Workshop held at the NCC Annex Office Auditorium, Mbora, Abuja, on Friday, July 24, 2026. The workshop, themed “Unlocking the Energy–Telecoms Nexus for Scalable Digital Infrastructure in Nigeria,” brought together senior government officials, telecom operators, tower companies, renewable energy developers, financiers, and development partners to deliberate on practical strategies for expanding…
Author: 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.
By Rommy Imah “Financial happiness is not a catchy turn of phrase or a luxury; it is the confidence that comes when a business owner in Onitsha can confirm a payment instantly, when a pharmacist in Lagos can restock life-saving medication through a working capital loan, and when a farmer in Borno can move produce across the country with trust.” With those words, Tosin Eniolorunda, Co-founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of Moniepoint Inc., captures a vision that extends far beyond banking. It is a philosophy rooted in the belief that financial services should do more than facilitate transactions—they should…
Honorary degrees often celebrate remarkable careers. They acknowledge years of excellence, innovation, leadership, and service. Yet, only on rare occasions do they become the platform for unveiling a transformative vision capable of reshaping the future of an institution—and perhaps even an entire sector. That was precisely what unfolded at the 54th Convocation Ceremony of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), where architect, industrialist and technology entrepreneur, Arc. Dr. Kaycee Orji, received the prestigious Honorary Doctor of Business Administration (Honoris Causa). While the conferment recognised his outstanding contributions to industrial development, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, innovation and nation-building, the ceremony quickly evolved into…
Architect, industrialist and technology entrepreneur, Dr. Kaycee Orji, has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration (Honoris Causa) by the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), in recognition of his contributions to industrial development, manufacturing, entrepreneurship, innovation and nation-building. The honorary degree was conferred during the University’s 54th Convocation Ceremony by the Chancellor, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, CFR, the Ooni of Ife, alongside the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Adegboyega Adebayo Karim, and the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simon Uchenna Ortuanya. Receiving the award, Dr. Orji described the honour as “not merely a recognition…
Access Bank Plc has launched the Access SME App as part of efforts to deepen financial inclusion and equip Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with digital tools to improve productivity, enhance customer experience and drive sustainable business growth. The launch, which took place at the Access Bank MSME Conference in Lagos, also featured calls by technology and business leaders for entrepreneurs to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation to remain competitive in an increasingly digital economy. Speaking at the event, Group Head, SME Banking at Access Bank, Abiodun Olubitan, described MSMEs as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, saying…
The drive to close Nigeria’s gender digital divide gained fresh momentum as the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) sealed a partnership with the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) to advance women’s digital inclusion and strengthen the nation’s transformation agenda. The collaboration was formalized during a courtesy visit to NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, by a NAWOJ delegation led by National President Comrade Aishatu Ibrahim, who introduced the agency to the forthcoming Women in Security (WINSEC) Summit & Awards 2026. Represented by Dr. Aristotle Onumo, Director of Stakeholders Management and Partnerships, Inuwa pledged NITDA’s active participation and support for…
The National Industrial Court of Nigeria (NICN) has dismissed a preliminary objection filed by Pan African Towers (PAT), clearing the way for the substantive hearing of a suit instituted by the company’s former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Azeez Amida, over alleged outstanding contractual entitlements. In a ruling delivered on July 21, 2026, in Suit No. NICN/LA/143/2025: Mr. Azeez Amida v. Pan African Towers Limited, Honourable Justice Essien rejected the company’s bid to terminate the proceedings on jurisdictional grounds and awarded ₦500,000 in costs against Pan African Towers, describing the application as lacking merit. The decision marks the…
Samsung Electronics West Africa on Wednesday strengthened its leadership in the foldable smartphone market with the unveiling of its most advanced Galaxy Z lineup yet, introducing devices designed to make foldable technology more accessible while delivering enhanced productivity, entertainment and personal expression. Leading the new lineup is the all-new Galaxy Z Fold8, a next-generation foldable smartphone that ushers in a new era of mobile experiences through a refreshed design and innovative form factor tailored to the way people work, explore, discover and enjoy content. The latest Galaxy Z series marks a significant evolution in Samsung’s foldable portfolio, opening a new…
Key Highlights of the Report: Over $700 Million Disbursed to MSMEs Financial Services Expanded to More Than 20 Million Users Strong Push for Financial Inclusion Women-Owned Businesses Receive Major Support Measurable Economic and Social Impact Moniepoint has disclosed that it disbursed more than $700 million in loans to Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in 2025, with three out of every four merchants on its platform accessing formal business credit for the first time, underscoring the fintech company’s growing role in driving financial inclusion and economic growth in Nigeria. The figures are contained in the company’s 2025 Impact Report, which…
For many students, surviving lectures, assignments, and examinations is demanding enough. For Ojeogu Chinazaekpere Clara, a student of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ) from Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, academic life is only one part of a much bigger story. Away from the classroom, Clara has quietly carved a niche for herself as a self-taught content creator, videographer, video editor, and social media manager. Armed with determination, creativity and an unwavering commitment to learning, she has transformed simple ideas into viral TikTok content that has amassed millions of views and inspired students in higher institutions across…