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NITDA unveils Nigeria’s IT Policy Formulation Approach at London Blockchain Summit

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), showcased Nigeria’s Innovative IT Policy Formulation Approach at the just concluded London Blockchain Conference. NITDA led the Nigerian delegation at the conference, held from 31st May to 2nd June, 2023 at the Queen…

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Fresh Tweet from @NITDANigeria on GITEX Africa go viral

Nigeria’s participation at GITEX Africa, held in Morocco from 31st May to 2nd June 2023, has been nothing short of phenomenal! With a focus on showcasing our innovative startups and how the country is driving digital transformation, we left an…

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NearPays Wins Sponsorship @ GITEX Africa in Morocco

In a remarkable display of innovation and entrepreneurship, a Nigerian startup, Nearpays Technology Limited has emerged best in the Fintech and Blockchain category of the Supernova Challenge at GITEX Africa, Morocco. Nearpays was awarded a cash prize of 10,000 US…

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Soludo unveils E-ID Card for Civil Servants to drive transformation agenda

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Soludo, has launched the ‘Solution Electronic Identification Card’ for civil servants and other government employees of the state. The function which took place at the Head of Service (HOS), Conference Hall, Awka featured…

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NITDA at GITEX Africa, deepens regional collaboration

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), has reiterated the need for regional collaboration in accelerating digital transformation across Africa, provide opportunities that can propel the continent into a digital era of innovation and inclusive development. GITEX Africa maiden edition…

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MTN Signs Up for United Nations WEPs, Workplace Gender Equality

MTN Nigeria has signed the United Nations Women Empowerment Principles (UN WEPs) as part of its commitment to gender equality in the workplace through the Nigeria2Equal programme spearheaded by the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) and International Finance Corporation. Established in 2010,…

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NCC’s Talk-To-The Regulator Forum designed to deepen service delivery—EVC

The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof Umar Danbatta has given clearer insights on the brain behind the routine holding of Talk-To-The Regulator Forum across the states by the commission. Speaking in his keynote address at…

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9mobile amongst Top 25 Best Workplaces in Nigeria—LinkedIn

9mobile, Nigeria’s innovative and customer-friendly telecommunications company, has been ranked among the 25 Best Workplaces in Nigeria where employees can grow their careers in the 2023 LinkedIn Top Companies Ranking. The LinkedIn Top Companies ranks the 25 best companies investing…

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ITU and the worries of widening digital dividends

Sonny Aragba-Akpore   With a third of global population still on the outskirts of digital dividends,in 46 countries,the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) in pursuit of inclusive development says,it is determined to bridge this divide by 2026. India and China top…

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Again, Glo hits triumphant moment at ‘Africa’s Beacon of ICT’ award

Globacom, a top provider of telecoms solutions, experienced another glamouring moment on Saturday in Lagos when it picked up the “Africa’s Beacon of ICT Excellence/Leadership Award” for its great strides in the telecoms industry. At the 2023 Africa Beacon of…