The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammad Matawalle, has expressed confidence that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will significantly enhance the economies of Zamfara State and Nigeria as a whole. Matawalle who is currently on a five-day visit to his home state, commended President Tinubu for his unprecedented support for Local Government Councils and state governments. “No previous administration has demonstrated such a strong commitment to developing local councils and states as President Tinubu,” Matawalle remarked. He highlighted the President’s role as a grassroots mobilizer, emphasizing his passion for local development. “President Tinubu has allocated substantial…
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News Highlights: PalmPay has integrated its “Pay with PalmPay” wallet feature on Jumia, Africa’s leading e-commerce platform. Both companies emphasize the shared mission of economic empowerment and creating value through user-friendly financial services and seamless digital transactions. PalmPay, one of Africa’s leading fintech platforms, operates Nigeria’s most used mobile wallet and has teamed up with Jumia, the continent’s e-commerce giant, to launch a festive campaign that’s all about convenience, rewards, and enhancing your shopping experience. Running from December 11th to 28th, 2024, this holiday campaign is set to reward shoppers who use the new “Pay with PalmPay” feature on Jumia…
In a major step toward enhancing Defence Health Services and deepening the partnership between Nigeria and the United States, Dr. Muhammad Bello Matawalle, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, held a meeting with Dr. David Smith, the U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for Health. The meeting focused on enhancing the existing collaboration in defence health between the two nations, which has previously facilitated the establishment of high-tech laboratories in Nigeria. The Minister commended the U.S. for their efforts and urged for the expansion of these medical facilities beyond Abuja and Lagos to reach more derserved regions. Dr. Matawalle emphasized…
News Highlights: NAF delegation visited Zinox Technologies to discuss a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing operational capabilities and technological infrastructure. The delegation expressed satisfaction with Zinox’s technological advancements and toured its AI Assembly Plant. A high-level delegation from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) recently visited Zinox Technologies, a leading integrated ICT solutions provider in West Africa, to explore opportunities for a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the Air Force’s operational capabilities and technological infrastructure. The delegation, led by AVM SK Usman, Chief of Communications Information Systems (CCIS), included notable figures such as Dr. Asogbon, Strategic Consultant on Communication; Air Commodore…
News Highlights: LG Electronics Nigeria received multiple prestigious awards in 2024, reflecting its leadership in the Nigerian electronics market. LG’s success in Nigeria mirrors its global achievements, highlighting its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and consumer satisfaction worldwide. Brand recognition is vital for building strong connections between companies and their customers, fostering trust, credibility, and long-term loyalty. For businesses, it enhances differentiation in competitive markets, while for customers, it assures quality and consistency. In this symbiotic relationship, brands and consumers thrive together, creating lasting mutual benefits. LG Electronics Nigeria exemplifies this dynamic by continuously earning recognition for its innovative and customer-focused…
News Highlights: Techeconomy Awarded NiRA Best Supportive Media Partner The award celebrates the .ng domain’s Impact Techeconomy, a leading voice in Nigeria’s digital media space, has been awarded the Best Supportive Media Partner Presidential Award at the 7th .ng Awards. Organised by the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), the event took place at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos, and celebrated leaders who have leveraged the .ng domain to drive innovation, growth, and right standing across Nigeria’s digital sector. Themed “The Innovators of 2024,” the 7th .ng Awards celebrated businesses, individuals, and organisations that are advancing Nigeria’s internet ecosystem through creativity,…
Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his robust economic policies and reforms, which are yielding significant positive results for the nation. According to Matawalle, these initiatives are contributing to a turnaround in the economy that will benefits all Nigerians. In the light of ongoing criticism, particularly from some quarters in Northern Nigeria, Matawalle urged critics to be positive in their narratives and called on citizens to remain steadfast in their support for the President and to reject divisive narratives. “It is crucial for Nigerians to stand united behind Mr. President,…
News Highlights: The Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative aims to equip underserved communities with essential digital skills. NYSC members serving as DL4ALL champions play a crucial role in driving grassroots engagement, promoting financial inclusion, and fostering digital innovation. The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has called on National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving as champions of the Digital Literacy for All (DL4ALL) Initiative to intensify their efforts in training and raising awareness about the transformative power of digital literacy in shaping Nigeria’s future. Digital TimesNG reports that this initiative, a key…
…Integrates YouTube into Airtel Smart Router News Highlights: The partnership will revolutionise home entertainment It will provide affordable access to digital content Airtel Nigeria has announced an innovative partnership with Google to transform home entertainment across Nigeria, reports Digital TimesNG. The partnership, which was unveiled at an agreement signing ceremony at the telecom giant’s Lagos headquarters, integrates YouTube, the world’s largest video platform, into the ground-breaking Airtel Smart Router to deliver seamless internet connection and entertainment experiences for subscribers across the country. As part of this innovative update, the Airtel Smart Router further fulfils its promise as a 2-in-1 device,…
News Highlights: Nationwide Integration of Digital Literacy in University Curriculums Strategic Goals and Collaborative Vision The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is collaborating with the National Universities Commission (NUC) to embed digital literacy as a general course in all Nigerian universities. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, disclosed this during a courtesy visit to the NUC headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa said this collaboration builds on the success of the Digital Literacy for All initiative (DL4ALL) implemented at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, and marks a significant milestone in advancing digital skills and preparing Nigeria’s youth for the digital…