Galaxy Backbone Limited (GBB) has reaffirmed its commitment to world-class standards with the successful recertification of four International Standards Organisation (ISO) certifications. This milestone underscores GBB’s role as Nigeria’s leading digital infrastructure and shared services provider, ensuring excellence, resilience, and trust in its operations. The renewed certifications span key global benchmarks: ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems (QMS), which guarantees consistent delivery of high-quality services and continuous operational improvement; and ISO 22301 – Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS), ensuring resilience, service availability, and recovery during disruptions; The recertification also includes ISO 20000 – Service Management Systems (SMS), which standardises service…
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Albania has broken new ground on the global stage by swearing in the world’s first artificial intelligence–powered minister, a virtual official designed to fight corruption in public procurement. Unveiled by Prime Minister Edi Rama at the Socialist Party assembly in Tirana, the digital minister named Diella, meaning “sunshine” in Albanian, will take charge of all public tenders, a sector long plagued by graft and opacity. “Diella is the first member not physically present, but virtually created by artificial intelligence,” Rama told party members as he presented his unusual cabinet appointee, the only non-human figure in government. The prime minister described…
By Majeed Dahiru A few weeks to his inauguration as governor of Enugu state on May 29, 2023, I had my first meeting with Peter Mbah alongside a few other colleague media personalities. The meeting, which was at the instance of my good friend, brother, and perhaps one of Nigeria’s best media relations gurus, Uche Anichukwu, held at the Abuja Transcorp Hilton. Present at the meeting was also my good friend Ifeanyi Ossai, then deputy governor- elect of Enugu state. For many years, I have been deeply connected to the political leadership of Enugu state to the extent that the…
By Nosa Iyamu The COVID-19 pandemic forever changed how we work. It accelerated a digital transformation that was already underway, forcing businesses to embrace new technologies and rethink traditional structures. In this new era, Artificial Intelligence (AI), once a concept from science fiction, is no longer a luxury but a necessity for growth and survival. AI is poised to redefine the very nature of work, much like email revolutionised communication. It’s not about replacing human ingenuity but augmenting it, making work more agile, efficient, and ultimately, more rewarding. A PwC report, “Sizing the Prize,” predicts AI could contribute up to…
Nigeria is set to host its maiden National Science, Technology and Innovation Communication Conference (STICOMMS’25), following official endorsement from the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST). The Honourable Minister, Chief Uche Nnaji, announced the Ministry’s support for the initiative, describing it as a unique and pioneering platform that will deepen public understanding and engagement in science, technology, and innovation across the country. Chief Nnaji further assured the organisers – African University of Science and Technology (AUST) and partners led by the AUST President, Prof. Azikiwe Peter Onwualu, FAS and STICOMMS’25 local organising committee (LOC), that the Ministry will…
The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has unveiled plans for its 2025 Annual Conference, with Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and immediate past Governor of Katsina State, billed to deliver the keynote address. Themed “Reconciling Campaign Promises with Governance Realities: Challenges and Prospects,” this year’s conference will confront one of the most pressing issues in Nigeria’s democratic journey—the widening gap between political pledges and the realities of governance. The high-profile event, now in its ninth edition, will gather media leaders, policymakers, and governance experts at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, on…
Access Bank Kenya (ABK) has announced the appointment of Ralph Chinedu Opara as its new Managing Director, effective 8 September 2025, following approval from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Digital TimesNG quotes Digital Banking News as reporting that Mr. Opara joins ABK from his role as Group Head of Access Bank Group’s Commercial Banking Division, where he expanded the unit into the Group’s largest commercial arm, boasting a balance sheet of more than US$1.2 billion and risk assets exceeding US$1.3 billion. Opara is said to have built a reputation for driving growth, managing large-scale portfolios, and leading transformational initiatives…
By Obiageli Oby Ezekwesili The Senate’s Constitutional Overreach in the Case of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Democracy Dies When Laws Become Weapons and Lawmakers Become Serial Lawbreakers. Six months have passed since the unconstitutional suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on March 6, 2025. The Senator, representing the people of Kogi Central Senatorial District, was suspended following her allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. These six months have witnessed an unprecedented assault on constitutional principles, judicial authority, and the very foundations of our democratic institutions. Rather than transparently investigate the allegation against the Senate President, an errant political class…
A French parliamentary commission probing the psychological effects of TikTok recommends banning social media for children under 15 and adopting a “digital curfew” for 15- to 18-year-olds, according to a report released Thursday. Such a ban would “send a signal to both children and parents that before the age of 15,” social media “is not harmless,” Laure Miller, a lawmaker and rapporteur for the parliamentary commission, told AFP. The commission was launched in March, after seven families sued TikTok in late 2024 for allegedly exposing their children to content that could push them to suicide. It heard from families whose…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fast becoming a study companion for Nigerian students, according to fresh insights from Google Search trends. As schools reopen nationwide, the data shows that learners are increasingly turning to AI to boost their academic performance. Searches for “AI + studying” have skyrocketed by more than 200% compared to 2024, reflecting a strong reliance on AI-powered tools for learning. Beyond the classroom, Nigeria’s overall interest in AI has also reached record levels in 2025, climbing 60% in just one year. The curiosity goes beyond definitions; Nigerians are actively exploring practical applications of AI. For instance, searches for…