News Highlights: Access Bank Plc won the 2024 Best Digital Award in the Commercial Banks category and the Best Website Award at the Digital Jurist Awards. Access Bank’s success in digital banking is reinforced by recent accolades, including awards from World Finance and The Digital Banker Awards. Access Bank Plc has been awarded the 2024 Best Digital Award in the Commercial Banks category at the Digital Jurist Awards, hosted by Phillips Consulting (pcl). Digital TimesNG reports that alongside this top honour, the bank also won the Best Website Award, earning an impressive 201 points for its engaging and user-friendly digital…
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: FG secures ₦2.8 Billion Google.org Grant for AI Development in Nigeria 10 Nigerian Startups were selected for the AI Fund and Strategic AI Support for Startups The Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy (FMCIDE) Thursday announced new support from Google to accelerate AI talent development across Nigeria. Digital TimesNG understands that this support, which is provided through a N2.8billion grant from Google.org to Data Science Nigeria, will bolster the Ministry’s ongoing AI-driven initiatives to upskill youth and under- and unemployed Nigerians, with a focus on AI skill development and education. This grant…
News Highlights: The Anambra State Government has officially announced the inaugural Anambra Innovation Week 2024 (AIW 2024), scheduled for November 25-29 in Awka, the state capital. AIW 2024 will feature a range of activities including exhibitions, competitions, and the highlight Battle4Solutions, which offers over N100 million in cash prizes for startups addressing critical issues. The Anambra State Government has announced the inaugural Anambra Innovation Week 2024 (AIW 2024), set to take place from November 25-29 in Awka, the Anambra State capital, reports Digital TimesNG. Speaking on Tuesday at the Solution Innovation District (SID) press conference in Awka, Chinwe Okoli, Special…
News Highlights: Access Bank has launched The Power of 100 Africa, celebrating 100 influential African women across various sectors. The initiative aims to inspire future female leaders, promote gender equality, and create a network of women supporting each other. Access Bank, Africa’s leading commercial bank, has launched the new edition of The Power of 100 Africa project, an initiative that aims to honour women making significant contributions across various sectors throughout the African continent, reports Digital TimesNG. This year, the Bank will be unveiling and celebrating 100 remarkable African women in this new edition acknowledging their significant contributions to nation-building…
News Highlights: TD Africa has launched registration for TecHERdemy, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at empowering over 400 young Nigerian women with essential digital skills. In collaboration with the Ministry of Women Affairs and aligned with ITU “Girls in ICT” initiative, TecHERdemy provides participants with career opportunities and potential job placements with global brands. TD Africa has launched registration for TecHERdemy, offering a digital skills boost to over 400 young Nigerian women. TecHERdemy is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by TD Africa, the leading tech solutions distributor in Sub-Saharan Africa, aimed at equipping young Nigerian women with…
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…
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,…