Smile Communications Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s leading broadband service provider, has revamped its popular eSIM offer so as to further delight its customers. The company disclosed the launch of the eSIM offer in a statement, which underscored that the offer is a means for Voice and SMS communication through the SmileVoice app. The revamped eSIM offer, which comes at a price of N500 only and available at all Smile touchpoints, is loaded with FREE unlimited on-net calls and SMS and also embodies 50 minutes of FREE local calls to any network on activation. Abdul Hafeez, Chief Marketing Officer of Smile Communications,…
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The National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has ordered all Television and Radio Stations in Nigeria to suspend the use of the microblogging Twitter. Acting Director-General of the NBC, Prof Armstrong Idachaba, said on Monday in a statement that it will be unpatriotic for any broadcaster in Nigeria to continue to patronise the suspended Twitter as a source of its information and called for strict compliance. While advising television and radio stations to de-install their Twitter handles, Idachaba said “desist from using Twitter as a source (UGC) of information gathering for News and programmes presentation especially Phone-in.” He noted that the directive…
The President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Mallam Mukhtar Sirajo, has applauded the Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa for appointing Chief Patrick Ukah, seasoned public relations practitioner as Secretary to the State Government. Sirajo who noted that the decision to engage a core professional was the best option for the State while speaking in Asaba on Monday during the inauguration of the Secretary to the State Government with nine other political appointees added that the Institute has confidence in Chief Patrick Ukah’s performing ability. He stated that the appointment of capable hands in strategic positions…
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has commissioned some birds/wildlife equipment aimed at effectively managing birds/wildlife hazards at the nation’s airports and improving the safety of flight operations. At an event held at FAAN’s headquarters annexe in Lagos, the Managing Director of the Authority, Captain Rabiu Yadudu, noted that the equipment is some of the best you can get around, as the Authority procured them the recommendation of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Represented by the Director of Commercial and Business Development, Alhaji Sadiku Rafindadi, the managing director said the deployment of this equipment will usher in an…
Microblogging and social media platform, Twitter, has reacted to the recent ban of its operations by the Nigerian government. Twitter said on Saturday through its public policy handle that it is deeply concerned by the government’s action. “We are deeply concerned by the blocking of Twitter in Nigeria. “Access to the free and #OpenInternet is an essential human right in modern society. “We will work to restore access for all those in Nigeria who rely on Twitter to communicate and connect with the world. #KeepitOn,” it said.
The Association of Licensed Telecommunication Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has confirmed that its members have received formal instructions from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Nigeria’s telecommunications regulator to suspend access to Twitter. The industry association said in a press release Saturday morning that it has conducted a robust assessment of the request in accordance with internationally accepted principles. “Based on national interest provisions in the Nigerian Communications Act, 2003, and within the licence terms under which the industry operates; our members have acted in compliance with the directives of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) the industry regulator. “We will continue…
EVANS WOHEREM is the chairman of Digital Africa Group. In this exclusive interview with NKECHI ISAAC, Editor, sciencenigeria.com, he talks about the upcoming 4th Industrial Revolution and why it is important for Nigeria and Africa as a whole to build their capacities and invest in emerging technologies to be able to partake in the revolution. Excerpts. ——————————————————————————————————————— Can you give us a brief background on Digital Africa? It is an organization geared towards bridging the gap between Africa and the rest of the world with regard to Information Technology. Digital Africa started some 10 years ago by a group of…
Zoho, a global technology company, has announced that Bigin, its pipeline-centric CRM for small businesses, has gained over 7500 customers in a year since its launch. Bigin is also releasing new features, including an industry-first mobile pipeline view, to help small businesses foster their customer relationships while recovering from the effects of Covid-19. A recent SMB Group study on how technology will shift after the pandemic shows that 42% of small businesses state that keeping up with customer demands is a top driver to invest in a new digital solution. With the release of new customization features, public APIs, new…
President of the Institute of Software Practitioners of Nigeria (ISPON), Mr. Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu will give a keynote at the 2021 edition of the Nigeria DigitalSENSE Africa Forum on Internet Governance for Development (IG4D), billed for Thursday, June 10, at the Golden Tulip Hotels Essential, International Airport Road, Lagos. Organisers of the event through the Lead Consulting Strategist and Group Executive Editor, ITREALMS Media inc, Mr. Remmy Nweke, said that the ISPON president would be exploring the role of Nigerian software in a digital economy within this year’s main theme which centres on ‘Digital Cooperation: Enhancing Multistakeholders Governance for Digital Economy.’…
By John UGBE Africa’s star is rising. The continent is taking its place on the global stage as demand for our unique and exciting contribution to the world increases. Africa’s presence is finding expression in numerous fields but in few areas has it been as pronounced as in the creative arts and entertainment. We were excited to see our cultures taking pride of place in movies like Black Panther and in Beyonce’s extended video for Spirit + Bigger. Listening to Sam Smith’s My Oasis featuring Burna Boy (who just won a Grammy) does warm our African hearts. These are real…