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…
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: 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…
Nigeria’s maritime industry has recorded another significant milestone as the Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCOE), the flagship maritime training, research, and competence development institution of NLNG Ship Management Limited (NSML), has secured international certification from the UK Nautical Institute. Announcing the achievement during a press conference, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NSML, Abdulkadir K. Ahmed, described the certification as a landmark accomplishment not only for NSML but also for Nigeria’s maritime sector. According to him, the recognition underscores the growing capacity of Nigeria to deliver maritime training and professional development that meets the highest global standards. Established…
News Highlights: Most Breaches Stem from Basic Security Failures, Not Advanced Cyberattacks Organizations Urged to Take Immediate Remediation Measures As cybersecurity incidents continue to hit financial institutions, fintech companies, government agencies, and other organisations across Nigeria, Digital Encode, a leading information security firm, has identified weak security practices—not sophisticated hacking techniques—as the primary cause of most recent breaches, reports Digital TimesNG. Digital Encode Limited, a leading information security and Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) advisory firm, said many of the cyber incidents making headlines across the country could have been prevented through better security controls, stronger credential management, and improved…
News Highlights: NITDA DG Kashifu Inuwa highlighted digital infrastructure as a key driver of economic growth and national competitiveness. Inuwa called for increased investments in data centres, cloud infrastructure, broadband connectivity, and artificial intelligence. Digital infrastructure is a critical enabler of economic growth, innovation, competitiveness, and national development, according to the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, who highlighted Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to accelerate digital transformation through strategic investments in technology and connectivity. During the closing keynote panel session at the Datacloud Global Congress 2026 in Cannes, France, Inuwa joined global industry leaders…
News Highlights: Union Bank’s Endless Possibilities campaign won Bronze in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards and was also shortlisted for Film Craft excellence. The award recognises the Bank’s success in blending its over 100-year legacy with contemporary storytelling that celebrates the ambition and resilience of Nigerians. Union Bank of Nigeria has reinforced its reputation for impactful brand storytelling after its Endless Possibilities campaign secured a Bronze award in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards, one of Africa’s most respected platforms for celebrating creative excellence. The recognition places the Bank among leading brands across the continent…
News Highlights: The first edition of AVEVA Day Nigeria will bring together energy and process industry leaders, technology experts, EPCs, and decision-makers. The event will feature keynote presentations, technical sessions, and roundtable discussions on predictive analytics, asset optimization, industrial intelligence, and data management. As industries across Nigeria accelerate their digital transformation journeys, global industrial software leader AVEVA is set to convene key stakeholders in the energy and process sectors for the inaugural edition of AVEVA Day Nigeria, scheduled for June 11, 2026, at Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The high-level gathering will serve as a platform for industry leaders, technology…
News Highlights: NATEP secured Federal Executive Council approval for the National Coordination Mechanism for Services Exports (NCMSE). NATEP has positioned Nigeria to become a leading global talent hub, driving workforce development, digital exports, and export-linked job creation. The National Talent Export Programme (NATEP) is marking one year since its strategic relaunch, having recorded notable institutional achievements, policy advancements, and international partnerships that have strengthened Nigeria’s position as a leading talent hub in the global services export economy. A defining milestone in this journey came in November 2025, when the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approved the establishment of the National Coordination…
News Highlights: NCC identifies AI and IoT as key drivers of Nigeria’s digital economy The Commission highlights major initiatives to support AI and IoT adoption The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has underscored the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) in driving business efficiency, economic transformation and Nigeria’s ambition to build a $1 trillion digital economy. Speaking at the 17th Edition of the Nigeria Communications Week (NigComWeek) organised Africa’s Beacon of ICT Merit and Leadership Award, held in Lagos during the weekend, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr. Aminu…