By Rommy IMAH When history remembers the 10th National Assembly, the name Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah will not just echo as a member of the Federal House of Representatives but as a people-focused legislator who raised the bar of representation in Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency. Two years into his tenure, what Hon. Ogah has achieved in terms of legislative action, infrastructure, empowerment, and community development is nothing short of a renaissance for a constituency long deprived of its fair share of national dividends. Hon. Ogah ascended to the Green Chambers with a clear mission—to make governance tangible, accessible, and impactful. “True…
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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: GEFAS Unveils Sophisticated Tech Hub to Power Soludo’s Digital Vision and Re-election Campaign Mobilizes Digital Outreach, Reaches Over 20,000 Citizens Ahead of November Polls A new wave of digital innovation surged through Anambra State on Thursday, July 17, 2025, as the Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS) officially unveiled its state-of-the-art office space, a bold testament to the youthful energy fueling Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s “everything technology, technology everywhere” agenda. The highlight of the occasion was the unveiling ceremony conducted by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Solo Chukwulobelu, who was visibly thrilled by the level of…
News Highlights: NCC Introduces Draft General Authorisation Framework to Foster Innovation Framework Aligns with National Digital Goals and Global Best Practices The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has taken a major step toward overhauling its regulatory framework with the unveiling of the Draft General Authorisation Framework, a bold and forward-looking initiative designed to foster innovation, deepen inclusivity, and accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s digital economy. The landmark announcement was made during a stakeholders’ forum in Abuja, which brought together key players from across the telecom ecosystem, including Mobile Network Operators, service providers, infrastructure companies, startups, academia, and civil society groups. In…
News Highlights: Rising Vandalism Threatens Telecom Infrastructure Nationwide Urgent Call for Government and Public Intervention The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has raised a red flag over the alarming rise in vandalism and theft of telecommunications infrastructure across the country, warning that the situation could lead to a total collapse of the nation’s communications network if urgent action is not taken. In a strongly worded statement jointly signed by ALTON Chairman, Engr. Gbenga Adebayo, and Publicity Secretary, Barr. Damian Udeh, the association expressed deep concern over the wave of destruction targeting critical telecommunications installations, particularly in the…
News Highlights: Strategic Launch of GEFAS Operational Hub Youth-Led Digital Mobilization for Governance In a bold move to deepen civic engagement and digital advocacy in Anambra State, a coalition of young professionals under the banner of the Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS) is set to commission its new operational hub on Thursday, 17th July 2025, at 10 Uche Ekwunife Crescent, Iyiagu Estate, Awka, by 11:00 AM. This state-of-the-art facility will serve as the epicentre for GEFAS’ outreach activities, innovation-driven collaboration, and digital mobilization efforts. The launch marks a significant step in strengthening grassroots support for Governor Charles Chukwuma…
News Highlights: TikTok’s Safety Crackdown in Nigeria Boosting Local Wellbeing and Support Resources TikTok has removed over 3.6 million videos from its platform in Nigeria between January and March 2025 for violating its Community Guidelines—a 50% increase from the previous quarter. This was disclosed in the company’s Q1 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, highlighting its continued commitment to user safety and its focus on maintaining a safe, respectful, and trustworthy digital space. With a proactive detection rate of 98.4%, which is content removed before it was reported to TikTok and 92.1% of videos removed within 24 hours, the report reflects…
News Highlights: London’s Mayor Leads Landmark Trade Mission to Lagos Major UK-Nigeria Tech Summit Sparks Cross-Border Partnerships London & Partners, the city’s official growth agency, has this week brought 26 high-growth companies operating across enterprise, sustainability, and fintech to Nigeria as part of its Grow London Global programme. This initiative forms a major part of a broader trade mission led by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. With a clear focus on strengthening London’s economic, cultural, and innovation ties with Lagos, the mission is supported by the British Deputy High Commission and the Department for Business and Trade in Lagos.…
As part of the global observance of World PR Day 2025, The Newmark Group, a leading Pan-African integrated marketing communications firm, in collaboration with the Public Relations Global Network (PRGN), will host a high-level hybrid event in Lagos on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The event will explore the global theme, “Building Bridges & Navigating Polarisation.” In an era marked by deep societal divisions, the need for meaningful communication has never been more critical. According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024, societal polarisation ranks among the top ten global risks over the next decade, posing serious threats to…
News Highlights: AI as a Strategic Partner, Not a Threat Progressive, Collaborative Regulation of AI The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has urged business leaders in Nigeria to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) as a strategic partner in innovation and economic advancement, rather than perceiving it as a threat to human jobs. Speaking at the BusinessDay CEO Forum Nigeria held in Lagos, during a high-level panel session titled “Builders of the New Nigeria – Stories of Scale, Grit, and Innovation,” Inuwa challenged the traditional mindset of AI as merely a tool for automation. He…
News Highlights: Nigeria Targets 70% Digital Literacy by 2027 Digital Innovation Anchors Tinubu’s Economic Agenda At the heart of Nigeria’s economic recovery lies a bold, people-centered strategy: empowering every Nigerian with digital literacy. This was the resounding message from Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), as he addressed business leaders at the BusinessDay CEO Forum in Lagos. Speaking on the topic “Nigeria’s Journey to a Digital Economy,” Inuwa made it clear that digital literacy is not a luxury but a foundational requirement for national development. “Digital literacy is the foundation of our digital…