Author: Rommy Imah

The two authorities at a meeting in the UK, explored various areas of data protection regulation The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has initiated bilateral cooperation on data privacy and protection with the Office of the Information Commissioner, United Kingdom. At its Study Visit to the OIC located in London and Wilmslow, UK, the NDPC team led by its National Commissioner, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, gained insight into the workings of a full-fledged data protection authority. A statement made available to Digital TimesNG Wednesday afternoon by Itunu Dosekun, Head, Media Unit at the NDPC disclosed that Olatunji shared Nigeria’s experience and…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), through its subsidiary, the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI), and in partnership with the Innovation Support Network (ISN), has announced the date for its Hackathon event. A release signed by Mrs. Hadiza Umar, Head, Corporate Affairs and External Relations of NITDA and made available to Digital TimesNG stated that the NITDA Digital Nigeria Hackathon 2023, has been scheduled to hold on 24th of October 2023 at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja. Digital TimesNG understands that the Digital Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition is the flagship awareness programme in the Digital Economy…

Africa must commit to ensuring reliable power supply and fostering a conducive regulatory environment, arguing that without robust infrastructure, the potential of AI will remain untapped, and the digital divide will further widen Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta has said that for Africa to fully embrace the benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI), she must address several critical factors including investing in building the necessary digital infrastructure and expanding broadband connectivity. Presenting a keynote address at the 2023 edition of the Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition held in Abuja September 19-20, 2023, Danbatta…

Digital Africa Conference and Exhibition is unarguably Africa’s premier annual consumer technology show which provides the perfect platform for policymakers and notable ICT experts and personalities to discuss the development of Africa’s ICT sector and proffer solutions to the challenges limiting her digital growth. Today, Tuesday, September 19, 2023, all roads will lead to Abuja, Nigeria’s political capital as this year’s edition of the Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition officially kicks off. The 11th in the series, this year’s Digital Africa Conference & Exhibition has as its theme ‘AI & Africa’ and is billed to hold at the Reiz Continental…

Multiple taxation is responsible for making Nigeria an undesirable ground for breeding healthy business and competitive practices The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has described multiple taxation as the factor responsible for business enterprises in Nigeria struggling to compete with their counterparts in other parts of the world. Multiple taxation has also made Nigeria an undesirable ground for breeding healthy business and competitive practices thus weakening the country’s economic foundations, devaluing the symbol of her economic strength (the currency), and contracting the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The National Tax Policy 2017 defined Multiple Taxation as “the imposition of the same…

NITRA is an umbrella body for technology journalists in Nigeria The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA), an umbrella body for journalists in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry, has felicitated the Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani over his appointment. In a letter to the Minister, the Chairman of NITRA, Mr. Chike Onwuegbuchi noted that the news of his appointment was a cheery one knowing his antecedent to deliver viable results in past endeavours. “We have followed your steps in the ICT industry and are assured that without doubt, this is another position that…

NDP Act GAID is to ensure smooth compliance procedures under the NDP Act 2023 The National Commissioner, Nigeria Data Protection Commission, Dr. Vincent Olatunji, on Monday, 4th September 2023 inaugurated the National Committee for Nigeria Data Protection Act General Application and Implementation Directive (NDP Act GAID).  NDP Act GAID is one in a continuum of vital, regulatory measures being taken by the Commission to ensure smooth compliance procedures under the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 The work of the Committee will, among others, address providence guidance on technical and organisational measures data controllers and data processors are expected to take…

Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Mr. Bosun Tijani has said that Data privacy is not just a matter of convenience, but a fundamental human right, and therefore, people should be careful about the data they generate and what it is being used for. Speaking recently at the opening ceremonies of a 2-day sensitization workshop organized by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) in Abuja, the minister said as the country embraces the digital age, personal and sensitive information of her citizens must be maintained under the eyes of confidentiality. Tijani said the government is committed to ensuring that…

Battle of the Brands offers shoppers and other bargain hunters a chance to enjoy the best deal As another edition of the popular Battle of the Brands goes live on Friday, September 1, 2023, Konga, Nigeria’s leading composite e-commerce giant, has lined up a star-studded collection of globally renowned brands for the campaign. Battle of the Brands, a much-anticipated campaign exclusive to Konga, offers shoppers and other bargain hunters a chance to enjoy the best deals and special offers from a variety of top brands across product categories. This year’s edition of the annual campaign features a strong cast of…

MonieWorx is the digital funding portal operated by Obelix 4.1.1 Alternative Finance Ltd. MonieWorx leads the securities-based regulation crowdfunding market in Nigeria MonieWorx made it possible for 7 SMEs to raise ₦260m in 7 days MonieWorx, a SEC-regulated crowdfunding marketplace operated by Obelix 4.1.1 Alternative Finance Ltd, a SEC-licensed Operator of regulated markets for investors and issuers of crowd securities, has closed its Encore Campaign, raising an impressive ₦260 million in just seven days. Analysts say this is a milestone achievement for MonieWorx, its investing and fundraising partners as well as the alternate finance marketplace. In its pioneer campaign six…