The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has endorsed the eWorld Forum’s celebration of more than two decades of Nigeria’s GSM revolution, underscoring the regulator’s pivotal role in the transformation of the country’s telecommunications industry. The Commission is expected to deliver the keynote address at the event, scheduled for September 24, 2026, at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos, where industry stakeholders will gather to reflect on the remarkable journey of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector since the introduction of GSM services in 2001. The celebration will also feature the launch of new books by veteran technology journalist and writer, Aaron Ukodie, whose decades of reporting…
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By Rommy Imah When Engr. Ochiabuto Orji assumed the leadership of the Isuochi Community Development Association (ICDA) in January 2024, he inherited a community confronted by daunting challenges, including insecurity, disunity, youth unemployment and idleness, infrastructural decay, weak institutional structures and the growing concern over Isuochi’s relevance in the affairs of Abia State and Nigeria. Two years and eight months later, as his administration prepares to hand over the leadership baton, the record before the people of Isuochi is one of an administration that has not merely occupied office, but has attempted to redefine what community leadership should represent. Indeed,…
By Steve Opeyemi The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has in recent past sent Directors that have spent 8 years in service packing because a government circular had made it a requirement since Yar’adua came to power. Many organisations have implemented the circular and some have navigated to find a way out by using different nomenclature such as General Managers or even Coordinating Director titles to escape the implementation. The NCC was on the other hand quick to implement the directive sending young and able directors into early retirement. However, last week there was a video clip going round on a…
The Federal Government has urged increased investment in innovation hubs, technology centres and ecosystem builders across the country, describing them as critical foundations for unlocking Nigeria’s digital economy and creating opportunities for young entrepreneurs. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, made the call in Abuja at the National Innovation Hub Standards Framework Validation Workshop, where he stressed that Nigeria’s ambition to build a diversified and prosperous economy would remain incomplete without strengthening the institutions and communities that nurture innovation. Tijani said attention often focused on successful technology startups while overlooking the hubs, co-working spaces and…
Fidelity Bank Plc has continued its efforts to address food insecurity and support vulnerable households with the distribution of essential food items to more than 1,000 families in Kogi State through its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative. The outreach programme, held at the Youth Centre in Lokoja, reflects the bank’s commitment to fostering positive social impact in communities across Nigeria. Since its launch in April 2023, the Fidelity Food Bank has reached hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries nationwide, providing critical support to families facing economic hardship while contributing to the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 –…
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and North West University have begun discussions on a structured partnership aimed at strengthening digital education, research, innovation and human capital development in the institution. The engagement, which brought together the university’s management and the leadership of NITDA, focused on leveraging technology to improve teaching and learning, expand research opportunities, foster innovation and equip graduates with skills aligned with the demands of the modern labour market. Speaking during the engagement, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, stressed the need for the proposed collaboration to deliver sustainable institutional impact rather than become another one-off…
Africa’s financial sector is poised for a new era of growth as digital payments, emerging technologies and cross-border finance reshape how individuals and businesses access and move capital. With Africa’s digital payments economy projected to reach US$1.5 trillion by 2030, the continent’s financial future will increasingly depend on modern infrastructure, inclusive digital ecosystems and stronger connections between capital and innovation. Against this backdrop, GITEX Nigeria is introducing FDX by GITEX, a new platform designed to bring together the institutions, technologies and capital needed to accelerate the transformation of Africa’s financial ecosystem. Held under the patronage of His Excellency, President Bola…
By Kehinde Ogundare If you were to step away from your business for 30 days, what would happen? Would it continue to grow, remain stable, or begin to decline? For many founders, answering this question honestly reveals an uncomfortable truth: something would inevitably slow down. This is often because the business depends too heavily on the founder’s memory, personal relationships, and a flurry of WhatsApp messages. This is a structural problem. Nigeria has produced some of the world’s most resilient entrepreneurs. They have built customer bases amid infrastructure constraints, navigated economic uncertainty, and generated revenue in highly competitive markets. However,…
Proxynet Communications, a leading technology solutions provider driving Africa’s digital transformation, is set to take centre stage at GITEX Nigeria 2026, showcasing innovative solutions to help Enterprises, Government Institutions, and Technology Partners build secure, intelligent, and future-ready digital ecosystems. With the theme “Beyond Connectivity: The Bridge to Sovereign Innovation,” GITEX Nigeria 2026 provides a strategic platform for technology leaders, innovators, and industry stakeholders to examine Africa’s transition from basic digital connectivity to greater digital independence, intelligent transformation, and sustainable innovation. For Proxynet, the event comes at a time when organisations across Africa are moving beyond the need for connectivity to…
For many young Nigerians, banking is now largely digital. From paying online vendors and settling school fees to splitting bills, running businesses on social media and sending money to family and friends, many everyday financial activities now happen through a smartphone. Speed, convenience, free transfers, and rewards remain important reasons customers choose and stay with digital financial platforms. But as more of their financial lives move online, another factor is becoming increasingly important: security. The financial services ecosystem continues to expand rapidly, and with that growth comes a greater need to protect users from fraud and other digital threats. According…