The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUB) has received a major boost in its mission to produce graduates with world-class skills, thanks to the donation of a state-of-the-art Tech Experience Centre by the Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF). The facility, worth several millions of naira, was gifted by Mr. Leo Stan Ekeh, Chairman of Zinox Group and Founder of LSEF, and officially commissioned on his behalf by the President of the Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), Dr. Muhammad Sirajo Aliyu, FNCS. Fitted with the latest Zinox computers, the centre runs on the iPower renewable energy suite, featuring high-performance solar panels and certified…
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.
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has issued an unreserved apology to candidates, parents, and stakeholders following the discovery of a grading error that significantly distorted the performance statistics of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. Head of WAEC Nigeria, Dr. Amos Dangut, speaking at a press briefing on Friday at the council’s national office in Yaba, Lagos, described the situation as “very embarrassing” and expressed deep regret on behalf of the Registrar, Management, and Staff. “With deep sorrow and regret, I, on behalf of the Registrar to Council, Management and Staff of…
Telecom operator 9mobile has officially transformed its identity and business strategy, reintroducing itself as T2, a vibrant, innovation-driven digital lifestyle brand aimed at powering Nigeria’s digital economy. The rebrand, unveiled on Friday at a Lagos event, follows weeks after the company announced a strategic partnership with MTN Nigeria to leverage MTN’s infrastructure in serving its remaining customers. Alongside the new name comes a striking change in brand colours, from its iconic green to a bright orange, which the company says symbolises its “ripe arrival” after years of turbulence. “This is not just a brand unveiling; it is the beginning of…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has sounded the alarm over the growing threats to the nation’s telecommunications infrastructure, disclosing that the industry suffers an average of 1,100 fibre cuts every week, along with frequent incidents of equipment theft and site access denials. Speaking at the Industry Sustainability and Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Conference in Lagos, NCC Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida, represented by Mr. Edoyemi Ogoh, Director of the Technical Standards and Network Integrity Department, called for a unified national response to protect Nigeria’s digital backbone. Hosted by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) and the Association…
The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has expressed deep concern over the ongoing disruption in diesel supply to telecommunications infrastructure across the country. The association warned that the situation poses a critical threat to national connectivity, emergency services, and overall public safety. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, ALTON revealed that members of the Nigerian Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) and the Natural Oil and Gas Suppliers Association of Nigeria (NOGASA) on Tuesday blocked access to diesel loading depots in Kaduna, Lagos, and Koko (Delta State). This blockade, the association…
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt A Defining Moment for Obowo As Obowo approaches a defining moment in its political history, the 2027 general elections present an opportunity to usher in a new era of purposeful leadership and genuine representation. One name stands out, Mr. Hippolitus Ibeabuchi Chukwudi, fondly known as Hippo or Agu na Achi Ochi. A man whose journey is marked not by mere words but by verifiable acts of service, generosity, and leadership. His story is not that of a career politician, but of a committed son…
In a resounding affirmation of its commitment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has unveiled the second cohort of the IgniteHer Bootcamp for Women Entrepreneurs. Digital TimesNG understands that the initiative, which champions gender inclusion and economic empowerment through digital innovation, is being executed in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Themed “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs for Growth and Innovation,” the bootcamp brings together selected women entrepreneurs from across Nigeria, both in person and online, for intensive training in digital skills, innovation management, business development, and investor readiness. Declaring the…
WhatsApp has intensified its efforts to combat sophisticated messaging scams by removing millions of suspicious accounts and introducing new in-app safety features aimed at protecting users worldwide. The latest measures reflect the platform’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding its users in the face of increasingly complex and coordinated fraudulent activities. According to the company, more than 6.8 million accounts linked to criminal scam centres were proactively detected and banned in the first half of this year alone. These swift actions were implemented before the perpetrators could fully execute their fraudulent campaigns, effectively preventing potential harm to a vast number of users.…
—NCC, IHS Towers, Digital Realty, 9mobile Take Front Row Seats Top players in Nigeria’s telecommunications ecosystem are converging on Lagos for the inaugural CNII & Telecom Sustainability Conference 2025, a high-level forum designed to address the future of telecom sustainability and the implementation of the newly signed Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Order. Digital TimesNG reports that the event, scheduled for August 7, 2025, is being jointly organized by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) and the Association of Licensed Telecom Operators of Nigeria (ALTON). It will bring together public and private sector stakeholders to review the progress of…
At a time when digital transformation is rapidly redefining governance and citizen engagement globally, the Federal Government of Nigeria is reinforcing its resolve to harness technology as a tool for inclusive national development. Speaking at a high-level forum in Kaduna, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, highlighted the administration’s unwavering commitment to deepening digital literacy, accelerating innovation, and expanding infrastructure to bridge gaps across the country. Inuwa delivered this message at the 2-Day Interactive Session on Government–Citizens Engagement, organised by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation, held at the historic Arewa House.…