NITDA TAKES DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION TO THE GRASSROOTS

In its ongoing effort to transform Nigeria into a globally recognized hub of technology and innovation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to collaborate with relevant organizations to effectively cascade the benefits of digital technology to all local governments across the country. Collaboration and Vision Kashifu Inuwa, the NITDA Director General, disclosed […]

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HISTORIC SUMMIT DRIVES $2.2 BILLION TOWARD CLEAN COOKING ACCESS IN AFRICA

A monumental summit has catalyzed a significant financial injection of $2.2 billion aimed at enhancing access to clean cooking solutions across Africa. This substantial commitment underscores a pivotal moment in addressing the pressing issue of clean cooking access on the continent. UNPRECEDENTED FINANCIAL MOBILIZATION The summit witnessed an unprecedented mobilization of $2.2 billion, signifying a […]

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TRANSORP GROUP’S MARKET CAPITALIZATION SURGES TO MORE THAN ₦4.4 TRILLION

TRANSCORP GROUP’S REMARKABLE GROWTH Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, celebrated Transcorp Group’s outstanding performance at its 18th Annual General Meeting. Despite a challenging business environment, the combined market capitalization of Transcorp Group on the Nigerian Exchange surged from N114 billion to over N4.4 trillion. Elumelu attributed this remarkable growth to the company’s strong corporate […]

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AFRICAN MINISTERS AND DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS CALL FOR ACTION ON EDUCATION CRISIS

African Ministers of Education, with support from the Global Coalition on Foundational Learning, have showcased a growing commitment from African policymakers and Heads of State to address the learning crisis. This initiative follows the recent announcement by His Excellency Mr. Hakainde Hichelema, President of Zambia, accepting an invitation to become the Champion of Foundational Learning […]

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.NG DOMAIN REGISTRATIONS HIT 215,000

The .ng domain name, Nigeria’s internet country code top-level domain (ccTLD), has been increasingly popular for websites and email addresses. Mr. Adesola Akinsanya, president of the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA), mentioned this in his message to stakeholders during the association’s 16th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held recently in Lagos, both physically and virtually. In […]

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IKEJA ELECTRIC ANNOUNCES NEW METERS PRICED BETWEEN N91K AND N218K

Amidst the harsh economic conditions faced by Nigerians, Ikeja Electric has announced new meter prices, according to Techeconomy. On Monday, Ikeja Electric disclosed six organizations where various meter capacities at different prices can be procured. According to the Electricity Distribution Company (DisCo), the prices are as follows: 1-Phase (Smart Meter-PLC): ₦112,853.50 3-Phase (Smart Meter-PLC): ₦214,403.38 […]

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SEC URGES REGISTRARS TO ADOPT TECH FOR UNCLAIMED DIVIDENDS

Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the director General the Securities and Exchange Commission, has urged the registrars to adopt technology in addressing the problem of unclaimed dividends in the capital market.   During a meeting with the executives of the Institute of Capital Market Registrars, SEC officials emphasized the need for technology adoption to address the issue of unclaimed dividends. FRAMEWORK FOR RECAPITALIZATION […]

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5 USES FOR UNLIMITED INTERNET SERVICE | BY LIFINET

Maximizing Unlimited Internet Service with LiFiNet Having unlimited internet service removes the constraints of data caps and throttling, allowing you to explore, create, and connect freely. Here are five valuable ways to make the most of your unlimited internet service with LiFiNet. 1. Stream High-Quality Content Without Limits With unlimited internet, you can enjoy streaming […]

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WIPO MEMBER STATES ADOPT HISTORIC NEW TREATY ON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

World Intellectual Property Organisation member states have approved a groundbreaking new Treaty related to intellectual property (IP), genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge, marking a historic breakthrough that capped decades of negotiations. Guilherme de Aguiar Patriota, the President of the Diplomatic Conference, who is also Brazil’s Permanent Representative to the World Trade Organization, brought down the gavel […]

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INTERSWITCH GROUP EMPOWERS TOP TALENT AT CAREER FAIR 3.0

Interswitch Career Fair 3.0 Overview Interswitch Group, a leading integrated payments and digital commerce company in Africa, has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young Nigerians in their career journeys towards personal and professional success. The Interswitch Career Fair 3.0, themed “Reimagining Work: People, Culture, Technology,” provided valuable resources and insights to career-driven individuals and young […]

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