A Kano High Court has issued a restraining order against the Governor of Zamfara, Dauda Lawal, and his associates, preventing them from engaging in a smear campaign against Alhaji Bello Muhammed Matawalle. The court also restrained the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police, the Zamfara State Government, the Attorney General of the Federation, Vision Media Services Ltd, Vision FM, Farin Wata TV, Liberty Radio and TV, Shuaibu Mungadi, and Tijjani Ramalan from taking any adverse actions against Alhaji Masuda Abdulkadir. Yusuf Idris Gusau, Publicity Secretary, Zamfara State All Progressives Congress (APC) noted that Governor Dauda Lawal had recently made…
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News Highlights: The upcoming Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0), scheduled for November 7, 2024, in Lagos, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Highlights of the event will feature keynote presentations from top technology leaders, panel discussions on fintech, AI, cybersecurity, and digital skills development. The Africa Tech Alliance Forum (AfriTECH 4.0), a premier technology-focused event in the continent, is set to take place on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki Road, Lagos, Nigeria. The forum will gather industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs to discuss the theme, “Leapfrogging Digital Transformation for the Future…
By Sumaila HABIB The recent media campaign launched by Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, against Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle MON has raised questions about the underlying motives. According to security analyst, Col. Anthony Wonah (rtd), one reason for this campaign is the neutralization of bandits suspected to be close ally to Governor Lawal, particularly Halilu Sububu. Col. Anthony Wonah (rtd), said that one of the reasons why Zamfara State governor Dauda Lawal embarked on media campaign against the Federal government and his predecessor, the current Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle could…
By Ahmed SULEIMAN In a recent lecture delivered by a renowned cleric Sheikh Abdurrahman Azzamfari, the growing security challenges in Zamfara State were discussed with candidness and conviction. The cleric did not mince words in highlighting the dangerous forces working behind the scenes to perpetuate violence and unrest in the state, while commending the ongoing efforts of key government figures to restore peace. According to the cleric, selfish interests and ignorance have been key drivers of the insecurity plaguing Zamfara. In his words, “This problem is like the case of two elephants fighting; who will suffer the most? The…
News Highlights: TD Africa has launched its Managed Service Providers (MSP) service, supported by Huawei’s iMaster-NCE technology With Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) technology, TD Africa’s MSP service accelerates network deployment, and reduces operational costs by up to 40%, TD Africa has introduced its Managed Service Providers (MSP) service, aimed at helping businesses in West Africa transition from the typically slow, labor-intensive, and error-prone traditional network services to a more optimized network infrastructure. Digital TimesNG understands that Huawei granted TD Africa the service provision authorization at the recent Huawei Connect 2024 event in South Africa, enabling a more efficient, scalable, and secure…
News Highlights: M-KOPA has reached a milestone of 5 million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa, with 2 million added in the last 15 months. By leveraging AI-driven analytics and payment data, M-KOPA has facilitated over $1.5 billion in financing, enabling customers to build credit records for future access to digital loans, etc. M-KOPA, a leading emerging market fintech, has announced that it has surpassed 5 million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, with two million of these customers coming on-board in the past 15 months. M-KOPA’s innovative model makes affordable smartphones embedded with…
-New Zoho Solutions Will Boost Operational Efficiency And Enhance Customer Satisfaction News Highlights: Zoho Corporation has introduced Zoho IoT, a customizable, user-friendly low-code platform that helps businesses develop and deploy IoT solutions. Zoho IoT offers tailored solutions for industries like Industrial IoT, Smart Buildings, and Energy Management, providing real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and automation. Zoho Corporation, a global technology company, has unveiled Zoho IoT, a user-friendly and scalable low-code platform designed to build and deploy custom IoT solutions, reports Digital TimesNG. The platform elevates the concept of connectivity by seamlessly collecting and managing IoT device data in real time, offering…
News Highlights: At IFA 2024, LG Electronics unveiled a new line of home appliances designed to reduce energy consumption and address Africa’s specific energy needs. These appliances, including washing machines and dryers, incorporate advanced AI-driven technologies that optimize energy use, aligning with the AU’s Agenda 2063 for a green economy. LG Electronics had at IFA 2024, unveiled its newest line of energy-efficient home appliances, specifically designed to lower power consumption and tackle Africa’s distinct energy challenges. In line with the global push for sustainability, LG’s new appliances boast industry-leading energy efficiency, aligning with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 goal of…
News Highlights: The Tech Convergence 1.0, NiRA’s first-ever annual tech conference, will take place on November 28th and 29th, 2024. The conference will bring together key stakeholders in Nigeria’s digital economy to foster collaboration and innovation. The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), the official registry for the .ng country code Top-Level Domain (ccTLD), has announced The Tech Convergence 1.0, a two-day conference and exhibition scheduled for November 28th and 29th, 2024, at the Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos. The Tech Convergence 1.0, commemorating its inaugural edition this year, will become a conference and exhibition held each year. For this year, it…
Innovative technology brand, TECNO has unveiled the new PHANTOM V Fold2 5G – an AI-enhanced second-generation foldable smartphone that brings more efficiency for business professionals and creatives. Embracing the incredible possibilities of large-screen foldable devices, it is a powerhouse of productivity and creativity elevated by futuristic AI innovation. PHANTOM V Fold2 5G is freshly equipped with TECNO’s brand-new TECNO AI suite of AI functions, including the upgraded Gemini-integrated Ella AI Assistant, AI Artboard, AI Wallpaper and more. It also features advanced hardware, with 6.42” outer and 7.85” main 120Hz LTPO screens with 30-120° hovering capability, a powerful 5750mAh Aircell battery,…