Ghana’s Minister of Communications, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has hinted that the government is considering plans to introduce a unified licensing regime for telecom operators, reports Myjoyonline. Answering questions from the Appointment Committee of Parliament, Mrs Owusu-Ekuful said the move was in line with the administration’s goal to reduce the cost of internet access for consumers, hinting that such an option had become critical due to increasing data usage. The proposed licensing regime would allow telecom operators to acquire one set of licences for both voice and data operations, rather than individual permits for each spectrum band. “Moving forward, we will implement…
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has warned the general public not to fall victims to a false advertisement for a purported recruitment exercise by the Commission for 2021/2022. The Commission said in a statement signed by its Director, Public Affairs, Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, that it would like to draw the attention of the general public to the false advertisements being circulated online soliciting applications for a purported recruitment exercise by the Commission for 2021/2022. According to the statement, “The Commission hereby states as follows: That the Commission is NOT recruiting either directly or through any proxy for any position. “That…
Telecom giants, MTN says it believes in the benefits of a healthy planet and has pledged its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2040 even as the impacts of climate change become increasingly visible around the world. With global warming on the rise and impacting countries, communities and people everywhere, MTN has set science-based targets to achieve a 47% average reduction in absolute emissions (tCO_2e) for scope 1, 2 and 3 by 2030. “As we build and operate the telecommunications infrastructure to drive greater digital and financial inclusion, we believe that our growth and success should not come at the…
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the fields of coding and Artificial Intelligence (AI) hold immense significance. These technologies are shaping the world we live in, transforming industries, and opening up new opportunities. In this spotlight article, we delve into the fascinating world of coding and AI, shedding light on their future implications, and featuring KAZEEM ODUTOLA, a highly skilled software engineer at Morressier. With his expertise in product service, agile development methodologies, system architecture and design, software testing and debugging, and software development, Kazeem is at the forefront of driving innovation in this exciting realm. The practice of coding,…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has discovered a spurious Facebook Account purporting to be that of the Commission. The telecom regulator discovered this in the course of its regular online surveillance aimed at protecting telecoms consumers and industry stakeholders. “We have since contacted Facebook Team to take down the fake account,” the NCC said in a statement on Thursday signed by Dr Ikechukwu Adinde, Director, Public Affairs at the NCC. The Commission said that the fraudulent Facebook account with the name: “Nigerian Communications Commission – NCC – Info Zone” was opened by unidentified individuals, ostensibly to deceive and defraud unsuspecting…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has joined the rest of the world to celebrate the Africa Safer Internet Day (ASID), which is the continent’s version of the World Safer Internet Day (WSID), held on February 9 every year. The Africa Safer Internet Day 2021 is themed “Positioning and Partnering for Child Online Protection.” In marking the day, the NCC’s representatives visited secondary schools in Abuja and Lagos to sensitise and educate students, on how they can use the internet productively, avoid being victims of all forms of cybercrime, and deal with cases of cyberbullying. The schools include Model Secondary School,…
Google has announced a number of initiatives across Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa, bolstering its continued efforts to keep children, young people and families safe online. Aligning with the theme of this year’s global Safer Internet Day, “Together for a better Internet”, Google has teamed up with several organisations across the continent to boost education efforts and develop programmes around online safety. “With an estimated 346 million internet users that came online for the first time in the last year, and 376 million new social media users, there is no better time for us to help people stay safe online,”…
Konga, a leading Nigerian eCommerce platform says huge deals and loads of freebies are in stock for Nigerians this Valentine season as it is set to make the annual celebration a memorable one for its customers. Five lucky couples are set to enjoy an all-expense paid treat to a private movie screening date with lots to eat and drink on Valentine’s Day. The offer, which is exclusive to Konga, is part of the special offers lined up by the company for the season. Interested participants have already besieged the Konga social media pages via @shopkonga to make their case for…
SadaPay and Mastercard are issuing the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region’s first numberless and contactless-enabled card, allowing users to transact in a simpler, faster and more secure way. This announcement which is an effort at building on the partnership announced in Pakistan in 2020, further strengthens Mastercard’s commitment to promoting financial inclusion in emerging markets and encouraging the adoption of secure digital payment methods. As Pakistan’s first numberless card, the new offering has been designed to provide SadaPay users with a safe and simple way to transact both online and offline. The physical version of the card is completely…
Konga, one of Nigeria’s omnichannel e-Commerce platforms is set to roll out its Pay on Delivery (POD) option in Ogun and Kaduna states. The POD option goes live in Ogun and Kaduna from Wednesday, February 10, 2021. To this effect, shoppers in Ogun and Kaduna can now place their orders online on www.konga.com and make payment for their items when the last mile Konga delivery personnel delivers their orders. The development is bound to excite shoppers in these locations, many of whom had expressed their desire to have Konga extend the payment on delivery option to their states. Ogun State,…