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…
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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: 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…
…Vows Unrelenting Support in Northwest Security Drive News Highlights: Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s unwavering dedication to combating banditry and achieving lasting peace in the North-West region. Dr. Matawalle oversaw the official handover of 10 operational vehicles, including 8 Buffalo trucks and 2 Toyota Hilux, donated by the Sokoto State Government. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, His Excellency Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has reiterated the Federal Government’s steadfast dedication to combating banditry and achieving lasting peace in the North-West region. While attending security engagements in Sokoto State on Friday, October…
News Highlights: Kashifu Inuwa, NITDA’s DG, revealed that the agency’s partnership with JICA has significantly elevated Nigeria’s startup ecosystem. This collaboration has resulted in the training of 112 startup founders and the creation of over 300 jobs. Kashifu Inuwa, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has revealed that the Agency’s collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has positioned Nigeria’s startup ecosystem on the global stage. Inuwa made this statement during a meeting with JICA President, Dr. Akihiko Tanaka when he visited the National Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (NCAIR) in Abuja, a…
…As The Minister Of State Embarks On Extensive Security Assessment Tour Of North West News Highlights: Minister of State for Defence, emphasized the Federal Government’s dedication to restoring peace in the North West and across Nigeria. Throughout the tour, Dr. Matawalle reassured various communities of increased military presence, including new personnel deployments. The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has assured the people of the North West that the Federal Government is committed to restoring peace in the region and across Nigeria, and will not relent in its efforts until this is achieved. The Minister, during…
News Highlights: DG of NITDA, urged tech experts and start-ups to partner with government in shaping regulations that balance innovation and stability. Inuwa highlighted the need for collective efforts to strengthen Africa’s digital economy by building infrastructure for cross-border data flow. Industry experts and tech start-ups have been called upon to collaborate with the government in shaping strong regulations that will drive human and infrastructural development, helping to unlock Africa’s vast potential. Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, made this call at the second edition of the annual Moonshot Tech Conference 2024 which brought…
News Highlights: ALX, Africa’s leading tech learning accelerator, received the Outstanding Leader in Technology Accelerator Award at the 2024 Women Entrepreneurs & Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS). The summit featured notable contributions from ALX, including an empowering speech by Helen Eboagwu, ALX’s Manager of Operations, on work-life balance. ALX, Africa’s leading tech learning accelerator, has solidified its position as a pioneer in tech education and innovation by winning the Outstanding Leader in Technology Accelerator Award at the 2024 Women Entrepreneurs & Executives in Tech Summit (WEETS). Adebimpe Odunlana, ALX’s Partnership Lead, accepted the award at the event held at the…