Category: Technology

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reiterated its commitment to strengthening regional collaboration and digital integration among telecommunications regulators in the West African sub-region. The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, reaffirmed this position when the Commission hosted a high-level delegation from the Liberia Telecommunications Authority (LTA) at its headquarters in Abuja. Speaking during the visit, Maida who was represented by the Director of Corporate Planning, Strategy and Risk Management, Dr. Kelechi Nwankwo said the NCC remained committed to continuous collaboration with sister regulatory institutions within…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has strengthened its collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) as part of ongoing efforts to accelerate Nigeria’s digital development and deepen inclusive access to information and communication technologies. This followed a courtesy visit to NITDA headquarters in Abuja by the Director of the ITU Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT), Dr. Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, who was accompanied by the ITU Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Emmanuel Manasseh. The delegation was received on behalf of NITDA’s Director-General, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, by the Director of Corporate…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance data privacy and protection in Nigeria’s telecommunications industry. The agreement, signed on February 5, 2026, at the NCC Headquarters in Abuja, is aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and ensuring effective enforcement of data protection laws in the rapidly expanding digital ecosystem. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida, described data protection as critical to the future of…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have issued a stern warning to construction companies, contractors, and other stakeholders over the rising incidents of fibre-optic cable damage across the country, stressing that offenders will face prosecution. The warning was contained in a joint statement signed by Mrs Nnenna Ukoha, Head of Public Affairs Department of the NCC, and ACC Babawale Afolabi, National Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC, who described telecommunications fibre infrastructure as critical national assets that support Nigeria’s digital economy, emergency…

A major step toward strengthening global digital cooperation was taken today at the headquarters of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in Abuja, as Nigeria and Singapore initiated talks aimed at deepening collaboration in artificial intelligence and the digital economy. Representing the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Engr. Salisu Kaka, Director of the e-Government and Digital Economy Department, hosted Singapore’s Non-Resident High Commissioner in a high-level engagement focused on forging a strategic technology partnership between both countries. The meeting, described as a significant “digital handshake,” went beyond…

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, has made a strong impression at the Tech Revolution Africa 2026 conference through a high-level fireside chat that attracted innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and digital leaders at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.   Representing the Director General, the Director of Stakeholder Management and Partnerships, Dr. Aristotle Onumo, led the session, offering key insights into Nigeria’s evolving digital agenda and the agency’s strategic priorities.   Speaking during the fireside chat titled “Building Nigeria’s Digital Journey: Policy,…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has released its Q4 2025 Network Performance Report, showcasing measurable improvements in network quality, increased coverage, and enhanced service delivery across urban and rural areas of the country. The release, accompanied by a media engagement session in Abuja, underscores the Commission’s commitment to transparent, data-driven regulation of Nigeria’s telecommunications sector. Delivering the opening remarks, Engr. Abraham Oshadami, Executive Commissioner for Technical Services at NCC, emphasized that transparency remains a guiding principle for the Commission. “Open access to information strengthens the industry, builds public trust, and…

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has commissioned the Senator Oluremi Tinubu Dream Centre at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, describing it as a major milestone in the drive to empower Nigerian youths with digital skills and innovation capacity. The centre, powered by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is designed to combine artificial intelligence, digital technology and storytelling to preserve national heritage while equipping students and young people with modern technological competencies. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa…

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reinforced its commitment to youth and MSME empowerment through digital innovation by hosting international partners, including the KOICA Nigeria Office, Korean experts, and academic leaders, for a high-level engagement on strategic collaboration. Representing NITDA’s leadership, the Director of Stakeholder Management and Partnerships, Dr. Aristotle Onumo, welcomed the delegation and underscored the importance of the partnership in unlocking Nigeria’s innovation potential. He noted that Nigerian youth, who constitute nearly 40 per cent of the population, are actively engaged in the startup ecosystem despite…