4 d. ago Federal Government Targets Economic Growth With ‘Nigeria Talent Accelerator’ Initiative

The Federal Government has launched the ‘Nigeria Talent Accelerator Network’, a game-changing initiative aimed at strengthening the nation’s workforce capabilities, addressing critical productivity gaps, accelerating digital transformation, and preparing Nigeria’s workforce for the future of work. The initiative is part of the World Economic Forum’s Reskilling Revolution in Nigeria, co-chaired by the Federal Ministry of […]

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6 d. ago Telecom Operators Seek Institutional Independence, Collaboration On National Digital Bill

The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Chairman. Engr. Gbenga Adebayo has urged lawmakers to ensure clarity, coherence, and regulatory harmony in the proposed law to avoid institutional conflicts and safeguard investor confidence. This was disclosed at the presentation to the Joint National Assembly Committee Hearing on the National Digital Economy and E-Governance […]

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7 d. ago ALTON seeks clear rules to strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy

THE Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has urged Lawmakers to provide unambiguous regulatory guidance in the proposed National Digital Economy and E-Governance Bill, 2025, emphasising that clarity and structured collaboration are essential to drive investors’ confidence and sustainable growth in the country’s digital sector. Mr Gbenga Adebayo, chairman, ALTON, presented the association’s […]

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7 d. ago Digital Innovation Is Nigeria’s Fastest Route to Prosperity — VP Kashim Shettima

Outlining the nation's long-term strategy, the VP said the government's digital transformation agenda rests on three core pillars — People, Infrastructure, and Policy. The post Digital Innovation Is Nigeria’s Fastest Route to Prosperity — VP Kashim Shettima appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago Digital economy bill will unlock Nigeria’s $1 trillion growth potential — Tijani

Nigeria is on the cusp of a major economic and digital transformation as the Federal Government and the National Assembly read more Digital economy bill will unlock Nigeria’s $1 trillion growth potential — Tijani

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8 d. ago Alausa’s Team Records 10,000 Digitised Thesis Submissions In 3 Weeks

Early reports from the newly established national education record digitisation programme under the auspices of the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) have shown that Nigerian students successfully uploaded and curated over 10,000 project entries in the first 3 weeks since the programme began. The figure climbed to over 11,000 submissions by the weekend, with […]

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1 week ago Digital promise: Ndume to empower constituents with 5000 SIM cards, 100 POS

Ali Mohammed Ndume, the Senator representing Borno South Senatorial districts at the national assembly has announced its plan to empower read more Digital promise: Ndume to empower constituents with 5000 SIM cards, 100 POS

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2 w. ago ‘Abia Duct Infrastructure Project Will Bridge Digital Divide’

Chief Executive Officer of Open Access Data Centres (OADC), Ayotunde Coker, has highlighted the significance of the launched Abia State Duct Infrastructure Project upon completion. Coker stated this at the groundbreaking ceremony of the project in the city, saying the significance includes bridging the digital divide and advancing national broadband goals. He said OADCs, a […]

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3 w. ago Federal Government Launches Digital Scheme For Teachers Nationwide

The federal government has launched an initiative to empower teachers across the country with subsidised mobile devices and free data access to enhance professional development and classroom delivery. The Federal Ministry of Education unveiled the scheme in Abuja late Thursday. It will benefit 8,000 teachers from the six geopolitical zones in its first phase, which […]

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3 w. ago Digital Patriotism: Senate, Others Rally Support For Nigeria’s Online Identity

The Nigerian Senate, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), and the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) have joined calls for the full-scale adoption of Nigeria’s country code top-level domain (.ng), describing it as an urgent and strategic move to secure the nation’s digital sovereignty. This call was the major highlight at Tech Convergence 2.0, […]

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4 w. ago Governor Yusuf Urges NBC To Regulate Online Radio, TV Platforms

Kano State governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has called on the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to extend its regulatory powers to online radio and television platforms, warning that “unverified and inflammatory content” circulating on digital spaces threatens national peace and security. The governor made the call while delivering his remarks at the Africast 2025 Conference in […]

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4 w. ago NDLEA Unveils Online Portal For Drug Integrity Test, Visa Clearance Certificate

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has launched a digital platform that will make its drug integrity test and visa clearance processes seamless, more accessible and ultimately curb the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Nigeria. The portal was unveiled at a press conference to flag off the digitisation of the […]

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4 w. ago NDLEA launches online portal for drug integrity test, visa clearance certificate

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has launched a digital platform that will make its drug integrity test and visa clearance processes seamless

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4 w. ago Beer prices may rise as operators, others panic over tax stamp system

Plans by the federal government to introduce and implement the tax stamp system or digital identifiers in the nation’s beer sector seem to be causing palpable fears among stakeholders, especially the three major brewing companies in the sector. While the policy was designed primarily to ensure alcoholic drinks brewed in the country pay the required […]

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