Category: Technology

NITDA partners Katsina Govt to train, empower MSMES on Digital Marketing

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The National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA) in conjunction with the Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency, KASEDA have organised a capacity-building and empowerment programme for 50 indigenes of the state to support the transformative growth of their businesses by leveraging digital technology.   The three-day capacity building aimed to implement digital technology adoption for Micro Small and Medium Enterprises, (MSMEs) in the state. This will help ensure that MSMEs adopt modern and relevant digital technologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness in achieving their business goals. At the opening ceremony of…

NDLF: NITDA, GIZ/DTC engages Stakeholders in Lagos

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In a continuous effort to bridge the digital divide and empower Nigerians with essential digital skills, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with the GIZ/DTC, held a Stakeholder Awareness on the National Digital Literacy Framework (NDLF) in Lagos.   The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi CCIE, in his opening remarks, emphasised the critical role of digital literacy skills in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. He highlighted the NDLF as a comprehensive roadmap developed by NITDA, in collaboration with key stakeholders to equip Nigerians with the necessary…

Undersea Cables: Nigeria seeks Joint West Africa regional protection

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Following recent undersea cable cuts that challenged connectivities in many countries in the West Afrcan region, Nigeria has called for a coordinated and multilateral approach by the region to protect shared telecommunications infrastructure, and diversify connectivity to ensure uninterruptible connections.   Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, made the submission in a statement delivered at the 21st West Africa Telecommunications Regulatory Assembly (WATRA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) which held in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from the 19th to 22nd March 2024.   Dr. Maida, whose…

Undersea Cable Cuts: Voice, Data Services affected restored – NCC ….. thanks telecom consumers for patience, understanding

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The Nigerian Communications Commission NCC said voice, Data services affected by the cable cuts has been restored. This following the disruption on March 14, 2024, which affected data and voice services due to cuts in undersea fibre optics along the coasts of Cote d’Ivoire and Senegal, we are pleased to announce that services have now been restored to approximately 90% of their peak utilization capacities. NCC in a release signed by Dr Reuben Muoka , Director, Public Affairs NCC assured that all operators who were impacted by the cuts have…

NIMC, NCC launch Collaborative Efforts to enhance NIN-SIM Linkage Processes

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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing processes related to the National Identification Number (NIN)-SIM linkage. In recent times, the NIN-SIM linkage exercise has become subject of national discourse, reflecting the critical importance of aligning SIM registrations with individuals’ unique national identification numbers. Recognising the significance of this initiative in enhancing security and improving service delivery, both NIMC and NCC are committed to improving processes and enhancing efficiency. Under this collaboration, NIMC and NCC will work closely…

2024 WORLD CONSUMER RIGHT DAY : NCC restates commitment to Telecom Consumers’ Rights …… Tasks AI developers on citizens’ privacy

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The Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida said the commission is committed to protecting rights of consumers in the telecom sector of the economy. NCC EVC disclosed this today March 15th 2024,at the 2024 World Consumer Right Day held at the NCC Head Office, Maitama Abuja on . Dr. Maida who was represented at the event by the Deputy Director, Consumer Affairs Bureau, Mr Clem Omife,said Consumers remained the most important part of any business, and their protection is of utmost importance. He said “Every year,…

NITDA partners e-Village to enhance sustainability of Nigeria’s Entrepreneurship Ecosystem

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As a step towards the implementation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda with a focus on Accelerating Diversification through Industrialisation and Digitisation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is set to partner with the Entrepreneurship Village (eVillage) in fostering technology innovations and inclusivity in the country.   This was made known when the DG NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE received the Chief Executive Officer of the eVillage, Sunil Santanam and his team at the corporate headquarters of the agency in Abuja on a visit to seek the Agency’s…

Undersea Cable cuts disrupt Data, Voice Services along African West Coast – NCC

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Nigerian Communications Commission NCC has said a combination of cable cuts, resulting in equipment faults on the major undersea cables along the West African Coast, have negatively impacted data and fixed telecom services in several countries of West Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Cote de Ivoire, among others.   NCC stated this in a release signed by Director, Public Affairs,NCC ,Reuben Muoka, the cuts occurred somewhere in Cote de’Ivoire and Senegal, with an attendant disruption in Portugal.   “Cable companies – West African Cable System (WACS) and African Coast to…

DG NASRDA unveiling Cutting-Edge Projects at Technology and Innovation Expo 2024

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The Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Dr. Halilu Ahmad Shaba, at the 2024 Technology and Innovation Expo,wowed the participants with a presentation on NASRDA’s achievements and activities under the theme “The New Space Aligning with The Renewed Hope Agenda.” Dr. Shaba highlighted NASRDA’s alignment with the Federal Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation’s mandate and the revised National Science, Technology, and Innovation policy. This policy, guided by Presidential Executive Order No. 5, aimed to boost innovation, startups, commercialization, and industrialization in Nigeria. Moreover, NASRDA…

Consider accommodating short Courses on Digital Skills – Inuwa charges NELFUND

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As the world shift from certificate to skill acquisition, the Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa has advised the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) the administrator of the student loan initiative programme of the current administration to consider accommodating Nigerians who want to enroll in short courses that will equip them with digital skills.   Inuwa, who made this known in Abuja while receiving a delegation from NELFUND led by the Executive Secretary Mr Akintunde Sawyer said this will empower citizens with high-in-demand global skills that…