Category: Technology

Interconnect debt dispute between Glo and MTN resolved – NCC

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced that the interconnect debt dispute between MTN Nigeria Communications Plc. (MTN) and Globacom Limited (Globacom) has been amicably resolved. In accordance with this resolution, the disconnection approval granted to MTN for the disconnection of Globacom has now been withdrawn. Following its initial Public Notice, the Commission with the aim of mitigating any potential disruptions to subscribers undertook further regulatory intervention, by mediating between the parties and facilitating the reconciliation process. The Commission in a statement signed by Director, Public Affairs,Reuben Muoka, further reiterated…

Nigeria witness steady Increase in active voice, internet subscriptions, drop in teledensity …… as NCC updates Telecom Indicators

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Nigeria has witnessed a steady increase in active voice and internet subscriptions, including a drop in teledensity as contained in the latest telecommunications statistical indicators released by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), which have been adjusted to reflect the latest population growth figures and align with international best practices.   The adjustment which is reflected in the telecom industry statistical reports of September, October, and November 2023 published on the Commission’s website, was predicated upon the Nigerian Population Commission (NPC)’s projection of Nigeria’s population at 216,783,381, as of 2022, replacing…

DigitalForAllChallenge: DG NITDA lauds Initiative, unravels plan to create Tech Clubs across Nigeria

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Sequel to the National Information Technology Development Agency’s quest of achieving 70% digital literacy by 2027, and the Renewed Hope Agenda of the present administration, in transforming the economy and empowering Nigerians through technology, the Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has commended the DigitalForAllChallenge 2.0 initiated by Tech4Dev and unraveled plans by the Agency to use the vehicle to create ‘Tech Clubs’ across the country.     Dr. Inuwa disclosed this while delivering a Keynote Address at the Launch of the skilling competition initiative.     He said, “our…

Interconnect Debts: NCC grants Globacom more time to settle with MTN

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The Nigerian Communications Commission has granted Globacom Limited more time to settle its interconnectivity dispute with MTN Nigeria Communications Limited.   NCC disclosed this in a statement signed by the Director of Public Affairs , Dr. Reuben Mouka on Thursday. 18th January,2024.     The statement read;   “On January 8, 2024 the Nigerian Communications Commission published a Pre-Disconnection Notice informing subscribers of the approval granted to MTN Nigerian Communications Plc. (MTN) to commence the phased disconnection of Globacom Limited (Glo) with effect from January 18, 2024 due to long-standing…

JUST IN: De Lorenzo SpA donates 1000 E-Learning Solutions to NITDA

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De Lorenzo SpA, a leading Italian company specialised in the design, development and production of technical and vocational training didactic equipment in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Machine Automation, Process Control, and Factory Automation, has made a substantial donation to The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).   In a formal attestation of the donation, Mr. Luciano Prosperi, President of De Lorenzo SpA, confirmed that the company will be contributing one thousand (1000) E-Learning Solutions, specifically designed by De Lorenzo, to NITDA. This significant donation aimed to bolster the…

NITDA lauds NBTE for unbundling of HND Computer Science Program into Specialised Fields

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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commended the recent decision by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to unbundle the Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science programme into four distinct specialisations: Artificial Intelligence, Network & Cloud Computing, Software & Web Development, and Cybersecurity & Data Protection.   NITDA in a release signed by Mrs Hadiza Umar,Head,Corporate Affairs and External Relations, said the visionary move by NBTE was not just a game-changer in Nigeria’s IT sector; but represented a seismic shift in equipping Nigerian graduates with in-demand…

NITDA amends Guidelines for Registration of ICT Service Providers/Contractors

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The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) is undertaking a comprehensive review of the Guidelines for Registration of ICT Service Providers/Contractors, designed to streamline the process for the delivery of IT services to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies of the Federal Government of Nigeria. These guidelines, initially issued in 2018, has outlined the registration process for indigenous IT service providers that guarantees the delivery of high-quality IT projects to the federal government, uphold the highest standards of professionalism in IT services, and nourish the growth of local IT companies, all in…

Digitisation of ICPC operations ‘ll up the ante in tackling corruption – NITDA DG

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The Director-General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi has avowed that automation of the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) will up the ante in tackling corruption to a large extent in the country. Inuwa made this known during a courtesy visit on him by members of staff of the Commission, led by the Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN. While confirming the Agency’s readiness to collaborate with ICPC in order to aid the digitization of its services and monitoring corrupt practices…

WRC-23: Nigeria Join others to Sign Updated Radio Regulations to Deepen Global Connectivity

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At the conclusion of the World Radiocommunications Conference (WRC) 2023, Nigeria joined the rest of the World to sign unto the Final Act WRC-23, which constituted a record of the decisions taken at the conference. The Final Act comprised both the new and revised provisions of the Radio Regulations, an international treaty governing the use of the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits. The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, represented Nigeria and was joined by the Executive Vice Chairman, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida…

Transparency shall be our bedrock in telecom regulation- Maida assures

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The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu Maida, has pledged that transparency will form the bedrock of his leadership as Nigeria’s Chief telecom regulator as this will enable a solid foundation in building a resilient, accountable and efficient institution. Maida spoke during a courtesy visit to the Hon. Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani in Abuja recently while briefing the minister on his activities, vision, and strategy since the assumption office in October 2023. “Transparency is key. It is by transparency…