Category: Technology

NASRDA launches 5-Day Training on Agricultural Monitoring from Space to boost Nigeria’s Agricultural Productivity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has launched a 5-day training program on Agricultural Monitoring from Space, aiming to revolutionize Nigeria’s agricultural landscape through innovative space technology. The training, officially opened by the Director-General of NASRDA, Dr. Matthew Olumide Adepoju, emphasized the importance of capacity building in line with his 3-Point Agenda to drive research and development in Earth Observation applications.   Dr. Adepoju highlighted the agency’s commitment to positioning Nigeria as a leader in the African space sector, focusing on public-private partnerships and commercializing research outputs.  …

Technology a neutral tool for driving Nigeria’s socio-economic growth – NITDA DG

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa , has described technology as a neutral tool whose impact on society depends on how it is applied, urging stakeholders to leverage its potential for Nigeria’s socio-economic advancement.   Inuwa stated this while speaking at a virtual panel session titled “Culture and Innovation: The Changing Landscape and Technoculture,” organized by the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy in collaboration with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and UNESCO.   Represented by the Acting Director,…

NCC moves to regulate unclaimed and unused recharges, invites Stakeholders for review

Emporium Reporters

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has drafted new guidelines to address unutilized and unclaimed recharges in the telecommunications sector.   In a statement, the NCC Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida, announced that the draft guidance has been published on the Commission’s website, www.ncc.gov.ng.   “In accordance with Section 57 of the Nigerian Communications Act 2003, the Commission will hold a Virtual Stakeholders Forum on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to review the draft guidance and stakeholder feedback,” Maida stated.   He further invited stakeholders to submit their…

PRE-WORKSHOP NOTE – SPACE REGULATIONS WORKSHOP, ABUJA, 2025

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April 2, 2025 As Nigeria and the African continent continue to explore the vast opportunities in space technology, the need for effective regulations and governance frameworks becomes increasingly important. The forthcoming Space Regulations Workshop, organized by NASRDA, aims to bring together stakeholders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to discuss and shape the future of space regulations in Nigeria. In recent years, we have witnessed significant advancements in space technology, from satellite launches to space exploration missions. However, these developments have also raised important questions about safety, security, and…

Experts Call for Stronger Measures to Secure Telecom Infrastructure Beyond CNII Order

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Industry leaders have called for enhanced measures to protect Nigeria’s telecommunications infrastructure, stressing that the Executive Order on the Designation and Protection of Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) alone is insufficient without internal reforms and standardization among operators.   Speaking at the 7th Policy Implementation Assisted Forum (PIAFo) Summit on CNII implementation held Thursday in Lagos, stakeholders highlighted critical challenges, including infrastructure vandalism, unauthorized installations, and cable theft, while proposing solutions to safeguard telecom investments.   Gbenga Adebayo Chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), emphasized…

Nigeria unveils National gender digital inclusion strategy at UN CSW69

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to closing the gender digital divide with the launch of the National Gender Digital Inclusion Strategy (NGDIS) at the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69). The high-level event, themed “Digital Harmony: Advancing Gender Inclusion by Empowering Women and Children for a Secure Digital Future,” showcased Nigeria’s bold initiatives to enhance digital access, security, and economic empowerment for women and children.   Speaking at the event, Iklima Musa Salihu, Special Assistant to the Director General of the National Information…

NITDA, MTN foundation partner to enhance digital literacy in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As part of efforts to drive digital transformation and economic growth, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the MTN Foundation have agreed to collaborate on advancing digital literacy and capacity building across Nigeria. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, made this known during a courtesy visit by the MTN Foundation delegation, led by Odunayo Sanya, to the Agency’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. Inuwa emphasized the need for strategic partnerships in fostering digital skills, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision for industrialization and economic diversification. He highlighted…

Tinubu congratulates Dr. Fene Osakwe on historic UK Cybersecurity Award

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Dr. Fene Osakwe on being named Cyber Personality of the Year at the 2025 Cyber Security Awards in the United Kingdom, making history as the first African to win the prestigious award.   Dr. Osakwe, Chairman of the Lagos State Cybersecurity Advisory Board, was honored for his exceptional leadership, advocacy, and expertise in cybersecurity and data privacy, emerging ahead of finalists from the United States, the UAE, Qatar, the Netherlands, and the UK.   Tinubu lauded Dr. Osakwe’s groundbreaking achievement, described it as a testament…

NITDA expands iHatch Initiative Nationwide to boost Job creation, Digital Innovation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a strategic move to drive job creation, economic diversification, and digital innovation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced the nationwide expansion of its iHatch initiative. The programme, designed to empower tech startups and hub managers, aligns with the federal government’s priority of reforming the economy through industrialization and digitization. The Director General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, made this known at the iHatch Cohort 4 Onsite Training for Hub Managers, held in Abuja. The training, organized in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and…

USPF Secretary applauds ITU, UK-FCDO for Supporting Nigeria’s Rural Connectivity Efforts

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Secretary of the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Mr. Yomi Arowosafe, has commended the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK-FCDO) for their collaboration with the Nigerian government to enhance rural connectivity and drive socio-economic development.   Arowosafe gave the commendation at an Industry-Focused Stakeholders Engagement Session held in Lagos over the weekend. The event, organized by the USPF in collaboration with the UK-FCDO and ITU, aimed to advance efforts to expand network coverage in unserved…