News Highlights: NITRA and ALTON are jointly organizing the “Industry Sustainability and CNII Conference 2025” The forum will develop actionable strategies for critical infrastructure protection As Nigeria’s telecommunications industry adjusts to the new status of its infrastructure being designated as Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII), industry experts and stakeholders are preparing to engage in robust dialogue on the way forward for effective implementation and sustainability. The Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA), in collaboration with the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), is convening a high-level industry forum to address urgent challenges and ambiguities surrounding the protection of…
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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.
–Ushering in New Era of Digital Sovereignty and Innovation News Highlights: MTN Nigeria and Dell Technologies have launched the Dabengwa Data Centre, West Africa’s largest modular data facility. The $150 million facility, along with the introduction of MTN Cloud and the upcoming Cloud Accelerator Program, positions Nigeria as a regional digital hub. In a defining moment for Nigeria’s digital future, MTN Nigeria, in strategic partnership with Dell Technologies, has launched the Dabengwa Data Centre—an ultra-modern, prefabricated modular facility that repositions the country at the forefront of enterprise IT and cloud infrastructure across West Africa. The project, which marks a major…
News Highlights: Nationwide Disruption of SIM Services Due to NIMC Platform Migration Telecom Operators Assure Swift Resolution Amid Technical Challenges The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has said that the nationwide temporary disruption of SIM-related services across all mobile networks, is as a result of an ongoing migration to the National Identity Management Commission’s (NIMC) new identity verification platform. According to a statement jointly signed by ALTON Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, and Publicity Secretary, Barr. Damian Udeh, the disruption is a result of a recent directive from NIMC, which mandates all Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) to transition…
News Highlights: National Collaboration in Drug Prevention Advocacy Expansive Youth-Focused Initiatives and Preventive Outreach In commemoration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), held a high-level national conference in Abuja. Digital TimesNG reports that the event, which formed part of the MTN Foundation’s Anti-Substance Abuse Programme (ASAP), took place on Thursday, 26th June 2025, at the State House in Abuja. The conference brought together key stakeholders from government, civil society, the diplomatic community, and…
News Highlights: Instagram’s Teen Accounts come with built-in protections such as private-by-default settings, content filtering, and interaction limits. Through Instagram’s supervision tools and Family Centre hub, parents can actively monitor their teen’s activity, manage screen time, and access expert resources. As social media continues to play a central role in teenagers’ lives, helping them connect with peers, learn new skills, and explore personal interests, Instagram is reinforcing its commitment to online safety by offering a suite of tools designed to support both teens and their parents. At the heart of Instagram’s approach is the Teen Account, created with default privacy…
News Highlights: NerdzFactory, in partnership with Meta, is scaling up its Safe Online initiative across five Nigerian states of Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Ekiti, and Oyo, in 2025 A major highlight of this year’s initiative is the introduction of Meta’s Teens Account, designed to protect young users by restricting access to age-appropriate content. As Nigeria accelerates into a digitally connected future, the need to safeguard its young population from online threats has never been more urgent. While digital platforms have unlocked vast opportunities for education, employment, and global interaction, they have also introduced growing risks such as cyberbullying, online scams, misinformation,…
News Highlights: Free WiFi to Drive Digital Inclusion at Solution Fun City Entertainment Meets Innovation in Tech-Enhanced Festival In a unique fusion of technology and entertainment, the Anambra State ICT Agency, in collaboration with the Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS), has announced the provision of free WiFi at the highly anticipated Anambra Mega Fest/Grand Opening of Solution Fun City. The digital access, powered by Pine Heights Systems (PHSWEB), is part of a broader effort by the state government to promote digital inclusion and expand connectivity across communities. Scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 1 PM, the grand…
News Highlights: QNET Strengthens Global and African Presence through V-Malaysia 2025 Strategic Partnerships Boost Malaysia’s Position as a Global Event Destination QNET, a global leader in wellness and lifestyle direct selling, has successfully wrapped up its flagship annual convention, V-Malaysia 2025, at the Penang SPICE Convention Centre in Malaysia, Digital TimesNG reports. Held from June 21 to 25, the five-day event attracted more than 8,000 attendees from over 30 countries, including a strong delegation from Nigeria, highlighting QNET’s expansive international presence and growing influence across African markets. Penang has served as the host city for this transformative convention for more…
News Highlights: NITDA Launches Career Framework to Retain ICT Talent NITDA also unveils the Digital Champions Programme to Drive Innovation Across MDAs Amid growing concerns over the mass departure of skilled professionals from Nigeria’s public sector, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is taking decisive steps to stem the tide with the launch of a new Digital Competence Framework and Career Progression Model. Digital TimesNG understands that the initiative seeks to enhance the professional growth of ICT personnel within the civil service, making public sector roles more dynamic, competitive, and future-ready. Announcing the initiative at the maiden edition of…
News Highlights: Starlink Resumes Nationwide Activations After Major Bandwidth Expansion Konga Offers Free Nationwide Delivery as Starlink’s Retail Partner Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by SpaceX, has announced a major expansion of its bandwidth capacity across Nigeria, a move set to dramatically improve internet access and reliability nationwide. With this development, the company has resumed customer activations across the country, prioritizing high-demand areas such as Lagos, Abuja, and other major urban centres thus marking a renewed push to deliver fast, stable internet connections to both residential and commercial users. This expansion is a bold step in Starlink’s mission to…