News Highlights: Nigeria’s National Assembly has proposed a five percent excise duty on telecommunications services, gaming, betting, and lottery activities through the “Nigeria Tax Bill 2024.” Stakeholders in the telecoms sector have criticized the proposal as insensitive to the current economic climate, arguing it would exacerbate the financial burden on consumers. Nigeria’s national assembly has proposed a five percent excise duty on telecommunications services, gaming, betting, and lottery activities. Recall that on July 6, 2023, President Bola Tinubu signed four executive orders, one of which suspended the 5 percent excise tax on telecommunications services to mitigate the adverse effects of…
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: Digital Encode has announced its sponsorship of the highly anticipated (AfriTECH 4.0), which will bring together industry leaders to explore key themes like AI, cybersecurity, and fintech. Digital Encode’s participation underscores its commitment to advancing digital innovation and transformation across Africa. Digital Encode Limited, a leading Cybersecurity and Governance, Risk, and Compliance firm in Africa, has announced its sponsorship of the Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0). Set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, the event is one of the most highly anticipated gatherings of technology enthusiasts, innovators, and industry leaders in Africa. Digital Encode’s sponsorship underscores its…
News Highlights: Konga is gearing up for a month-long Black Friday shopping event packed with incredible discounts and deals across all categories. As part of its Yakata shopping event, Konga will offer exclusive Early Bird discounts in the week leading up to the main sale. As November approaches, excitement is building for Konga’s highly anticipated Black Friday sales. According to insider reports, Nigeria’s top e-commerce platform is preparing for a month-long event packed with incredible discounts and deals set to ignite the online retail scene. In a special offering ahead of its highly anticipated Yakata shopping event, Konga is set…
–Eazi, Isime, Nwune And Chechet Made The Glenfiddich Mavericks List News Highlights: Glenfiddich launched its Bold Futures 2.0 campaign at an exclusive press conference, introducing this year’s Mavericks. The campaign kicks off on October 20, 2024, with limited-edition sleeve designs and a series of events, including the Glenfiddich Experimental Night. Globally acclaimed single malt whisky brand, Glenfiddich, launched its Bold Futures 2.0 campaign, reinforcing its commitment to inspiring individuals to face challenges, overcome fears, and break barriers on their journey to success, reports Digital TimesNG. At an exclusive press conference held at The Speakeasy, the brand introduced the Mavericks for…
News Highlights: PalmPay’s MD, Chika Nwosu, emphasized the need for fintech founders to boost investor confidence amidst currency devaluation and rising interest rates. At the 2024 Nigeria Fintech Week, industry leaders noted a 77% drop in fintech investments across Africa, while highlighting growth opportunities. PalmPay, an African-focused fintech company, has emphasized the importance of fintech founders strengthening investor confidence to attract more investment across the continent, stating that close collaboration with investors is key to creating value. Speaking at the recently concluded 2024 Nigeria Fintech Week in Lagos, Nigeria, held on October 8th and 10th, 2024, Managing Director, PalmPay Nigeria,…
News Highlights: SiBAN expelled 11 individuals, including notable names like Emmanuel Babalola and Chris Ani, for violating its Code of Conduct. The association reaffirmed its commitment to ethical practices and urged the public and regulatory bodies to avoid engaging with these individuals. The Stakeholders in Blockchain Technology Association of Nigeria (SiBAN), a registered association with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), has announced the expulsion of no fewer than 11 individuals and the disassociation of unregistered persons following violations of its Code of Conduct. Digital TimesNG understands that the body dedicated to promoting and safeguarding the integrity, transparency, and ethical standards…
News Highlights: ALX Nigeria celebrated the International Day of the Girl Child by hosting over 90 young girls at its Lagos hub The event, themed “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” featured leadership talks by female leaders and interactive workshops. ALX Nigeria, a leading tech accelerator, hosted over 90 young girls at its Lagos hub to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child. This year’s theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” served as the guiding light for the day’s activities. The event aimed to inspire and empower young girls by providing exposure to opportunities in the digital economy, developing leadership…
News Highlights: NITDA has joined forces with the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) to improve the digital literacy curriculum in Nigeria. This collaboration aims to develop a generation equipped with essential skills to thrive in the evolving digital economy. The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) have partnered to advance the digital literacy curriculum in Nigeria. This collaboration, a significant move aimed at fostering the development of a digitally savvy generation, is part of a broader initiative to equip Nigerian students with the necessary skills to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy.…
News Highlights: Samsung Electronics has officially introduced the Galaxy A06, the latest addition to its popular Galaxy A series. The Galaxy A06, also known as “Galaxy Wey Sabi,” is designed with a 50MP rear camera, 5000mAh battery, and 25W Super-Fast Charging. Samsung Electronics has officially introduced the newest member of its popular Galaxy A series, the Samsung Galaxy A06, reports Digital TimesNG. The Galaxy A06 joins a fan-favorite series, blending powerful performance with a sleek design, and offers customers and loyal A series fans exclusive features and a premium experience, all at an affordable price. The stylish Galaxy A06 is…
News Highlights: Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, strongly condemned former Minister of Transport, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, for making statements that incite violence and unrest. Matawalle issued a stern warning, urging Amaechi to stop making inflammatory remarks that threaten national peace and stability. The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has strongly condemned recent statements by Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, accusing him of inciting violence and unrest among Nigerians. Dr. Matawalle issued a firm warning to the former Minister of Transport, urging him to refrain from making inflammatory comments that could jeopardize…