News Highlights: Development expert Evans Woherem argued that Africa’s underdevelopment is driven more by weak institutions, poor governance systems, and fragile civic culture than by any lack of human capacity. Woherem stressed that sustainable progress depends on strong institutions, industrial strategy, merit-based systems, and long-term governance reforms. A Nigerian development scholar, Evans Woherem, has argued that Africa’s slow pace of development is rooted less in the capabilities of its people and more in the weakness of its institutions, systems, and governance culture. In a sweeping article titled *_“Institutions, Culture, and the African Development Question: Why Systems Matter, and How Africa…
Author: Rommy Imah
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: Moniepoint’s second DreamDevs Bootcamp cohort will showcase capstone software engineering projects at a Demo Day on May 26, 2026. The highly competitive programme, developed by Moniepoint and delivered with Semicolon, serves as a pipeline for grooming and recruiting top engineering talent in Africa. Moniepoint has announced that the second cohort of its flagship DreamDevs Bootcamp is set to culminate in a Demo Day celebration on May 26, 2026, at its Ikeja facility. The event, themed “Training Done! Demo Up!”, will showcase the capstone projects built by participants following nine weeks of intensive, industry-grade software engineering training. The DreamDevs…
News Highlights: The 2026 Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation recorded a historic 237 entries, following extensive nationwide engagement by Nigeria LNG Limited and the Advisory Board. Organisers reaffirmed their commitment to excellence and credibility, insisting that only innovations meeting global scientific standards will win the prize. The 2026 edition of The Nigeria Prize for Science and Innovation has recorded its highest number of entries since inception, with 237 submissions received for this year’s competition, a development organisers say reflects a growing culture of scientific research, digital innovation, and technological problem-solving in Nigeria. At the official handover of entries to…
News Highlights: Governor Charles Soludo reappointed Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA) as Managing Director of the Anambra State ICT Agency, reinforcing confidence in his leadership. Alongside CFA’s reappointment, Mr. Emeka Okonkwo (ARTMA) and Mr. Osita Onuko (ACTDA) were also reappointed, reflecting the administration’s emphasis on experienced leadership. The Anambra State Government has reinforced its digital transformation drive by reappointing Mr. Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata (CFA) as Managing Director of the Anambra State ICT Agency. Governor Charles Soludo approved the reappointment, signalling the administration’s unwavering commitment to innovation, continuity, and the growth of the state’s digital economy. This decision reflects confidence in…
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…
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…