In recognition of the urgent need for finance professionals to embrace technological advancements, The Techy Accountant, in partnership with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), is hosting the groundbreaking AccounTech Summit in Lagos this year. This event promises to navigate the evolving landscape of the finance industry in the digital era, serving as a […]
A late-night statement from Nigeria’s power transmission company, TCN, confirmed a troubling development. Vandals targeted four towers on a crucial power line (Jos-Gombe) around 3:32 pm on Monday. This act of destruction caused widespread blackouts across three states: Adamawa, Gombe, and Taraba. The attack on the power line had a domino effect. The vital stations […]
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is handing over control of electricity in Enugu State to the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC). This follows a change in Nigerian law that allows states to regulate their own electricity markets. NERC Why the Change? A recent amendment to the Nigerian Electricity Act (2023) NERC allows states […]
Coronation Group, a leading African investment firm, launched Coronation WIN, a groundbreaking initiative to empower women in finance and technology. The well-attended event at Coronation Plaza, Lagos, featured a tour of the WIN Hub, an art exhibition, and a launch ceremony. He said: “Today marks a historic moment as we launch Coronation Women Initiative Network. […]
Nigeria’s science and engineering agency, NASENI, is teaming up with Nasarawa state and Bobtrack Tractors to build a tractor assembly plant in the north-central region. NASENI’s existing facilities at the Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Development Institute (AMEDI) in Lafia will be used for the project. This initiative aligns with President Tinubu’s plan for food security […]
Calling all tech minds, designers, and business wizards! The CNG Solutions Hackathon 2024, led by sustainability champion PiCNG, is your chance to make a real difference. Happening on April 24th at Abuja’s Art Tech District, this event aims to supercharge the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria. Here’s what awaits you: Team Up […]
Key Points: Bayobab acquired MTN Zambia’s fiber optic infrastructure, a major step in their growth strategy. This move improves network management, bandwidth efficiency, and service quality for Bayobab. Bayobab aims to become a regional digital hub, connecting Zambia to seven neighboring countries. They plan further expansion across Africa to boost communication and economic growth. Bayobab […]
Here’s the passage restructured with different wording and without caps: Airtel Africa, a major telecom company, announced the purchase of 40,921 ordinary shares from Citigroup Global Limited for $0.50 each. This transaction took place on April 19th, 2024, on the London Stock Exchange, as part of their previously announced share buyback program (details revealed in […]
Certainly! The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), in collaboration with its Joint Venture partners in OML 18, has generously donated a 2,300-seater state-of-the-art digital library to the Niger Delta University on Wilberforce Island, Amassoma, Bayelsa State. This impressive library is equipped with cutting-edge Information Technology amenities, including 100 computer systems, e-learning and research facilities, interactive smart boards, projectors, camcorders, e-books, e-journals, and an e-learning portal. The Niger Delta University […]
The 20th edition of the Prince Dr. Joseph Adewunmi Ademiluyi Tennis Foundation Tournament promises a spectacular showcase of young tennis talent, culminating in its grand finale on Saturday, April 20th, 2024, at the Lagos Country Club, Ikeja. This year’s event marks the 20th consistent iteration of the tournament, a remarkable milestone characterized by the discovery, […]
