NCC Doles out N500m for research in Nigerian Universities
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has committed over N500 million to the Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions across the country to facilitate research and innovations to promote developments in the Nigerian telecommunications industry. Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian…
NITDA DG Highlights Start-up Bill at GAT Summit 2022
As key players within the African Tech Ecosystem engage with government policy decision-makers and regulators on the prospects of regulating for the future in order to provide solutions for smart governance, the Director-General of the Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA),…
FG to enforce 5% tax on calls, data, others –
The Federal Government has said telecommunications subscribers in the country would commence payment of five percent tax on calls, SMS data and other telecom services. This was disclosed at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) ‘Stakeholders Forum on the Implementation of…
Airtel Africa’s Q1 22 earnings in line as valuation premium widens
Airtel Africa (AIRTELAFRI) released its Q1 22 unaudited results before the market opened 28 July (note: March year-end). The group reported EPS of US$0.04 (+30.4% y/y) in Q1 22, underpinned by strong revenue growth and decreased tax charges. The achieved…
Code of Practice to raise online content safety– Minister
The Honourable Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim (Pantami), has said that the recently released Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/Internet Intermediaries and Conditions for Operating in Nigeria will provide opportunity to protect the…
Global Downloads of Fintech Apps Exceeded 6.1 Billion in 2021
The global market for fintech apps has seen consistent expansion over the past few years. Since the initial outbreak of Coronavirus, its growth pace has gone up. According to data from TradingPlatforms.com, the total number of downloads of fintech apps…
CBN Issues the Risk-Based Cybersecurity Framework
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) recently issued the Risk-Based Cybersecurity Framework and Guidelines for Other Financial Institutions (OFIs) in Nigeria. OFIs consist of Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), Microfinance Banks (MFBs), Primary Mortgage Banks (PMBs) and Finance Companies (FCs). The Risk-Based…
NCC Boss, now Council Member of NAE
The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has been elected to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAE), a step which signposts his outstanding role in…
Microsoft Office flaws exploited in nearly 80% of malware attacks
One quarter after another, Microsoft Office remains the most widely exploited software for malware delivery. The primary reason is that a significant portion of Office users delay essential security updates, which keeps the doors open for fraudsters to inject malicious…
MTN Nigeria flags off the 2022 Y’ello Care Campaign
…commemorates International Nelson Mandela Day MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has resumed its flagship staff volunteer programme, Y’ello Care, with interventions themed “Empowering Communities to Drive Economic Recovery”. This campaign aims to upskill local communities with digital skills training and development,…
