Category: Technology

Panellists to discuss digital culture, democracy at unveiling of book on Cyber Politics

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A panel is set to discuss the implications of digital culture for democracy during the public presentation of a book by the Head of Media Relations at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Omoniyi Ibietan, on Tuesday, 25 July 2023, the publishers of the book have said.   The panel discussion will follow the review of Cyber Politics: Social Media, Social Demography and Voting Behaviour in Nigeria, by Azubuike Ishiekwene, the editor-in-chief of Abuja-based Leadership Newspapers.   Discussions during the session will dwell on ‘The Cyber Context of Political Communication and…

Premium Times Books to unveil Omoniyi Ibietan’s book on Cyber Politics 25 July

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A book by the Head of Media Relations at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr Omoniyi Ibietan, will be formally presented to the public on 25 July, 2023, publishers of the book have said.   Premium Times Books said in a statement on Monday that the unveiling ceremony of Cyber Politics: Social Media, Social Demography and Voting Behaviour in Nigeria, will take place at the main auditorium of the communications and digital economy complex of the NCC, located at Mbora District of Abuja, from 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. on 25 July.…

Telecoms Investment in Nigeria hits $75.6bn – NCC Boss

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Executive Vice Chairman (EVC), Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, has officially announced that the investment profile in the nation’s telecommunications sector, comprised foreign direct investment (FDI) and local investment, has reached $75.6 billion as of 2021. Danbatta disclosed this at an interactive session with stakeholders in the communications media ecosystem, in Lagos on Wednesday where he provided his scorecards and landmark developments that have shaped the trajectory of growth in the telecoms sector since he became the chief telecom regulator in August 2015. According to Danbatta, in…

ALTON applauds NCC Boss for Quality Regulation …. As new revenue assurance regime begins

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Chairman,Association of Licensed Telecoms Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Mr. Gbenga Adebayo, has praised the exceptional leadership of the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta. He also commended the NCC’s commitment to quality regulation, attributing the success of the telecom industry in the country to the regulatory environment it enjoyed. Speaking at a meeting with mobile network operators on the implementation of the Expanded Revenue Assurance Solution (ERAS) in the telecommunications industry, held at the NCC’s office in Lagos this week, Adebayo…

Danbatta lifts Platinum Award for NCC’s Performance

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Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, at the weekend in Lagos, lifted the Platinum Award of the Nigeria Academy of Engineering (NAEng.) being a reward for his leadership of the nation’s telecom regulator for its contributions to the development and growth of engineering profession in the technological and economic development of the country. President of the Academy, Prof. Azikiwe Onwualu, said during the award presented by doyen of engineering and Former Director General of the Nigerian Television Authority, Vincent Maduka, that the Commission deserved the award as…

ICAF : NCC engages Operators,Consumers on measures to tackle E-Fraud in Telecom …. As Danbatta tasks stakeholders to rise to the challenge,build consumer’s confidence

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Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC,Prof.Umar Garba Danbatta has called on relevant stakeholders in the Telecommunication sector to collectively address the growing concern of fraudulent activities in the digital realm and take proactive measures to safeguard the trust and confidence of consumers. Prof Umar Danbatta stated this in his keynote address at 2nd Quarter 2023 Industry Consumer Advisory Forum (ICAF) Meeting also known as Open Forum held in Lagos during the weekend,with the theme; “Combating e-fraud on telecom platforms and building consumer confidence in the digital economy” He said…

NYSC trains State Coordinators on Data Protection

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The National Youth Service Corps has assured that it would continue to ensure adequate protection of Corps Members’ data in strict compliance with the Nigerian Data Protection Regulation.   It also said the Scheme would ensure the provision of enabling environment for staff to achieve optimal productivity with the deployment of ICT solutions.   The NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Yusha’u Dogara Ahmed disclosed this on Tuesday 21st June,2023 in his address at the ICT Training Workshop for NYSC State Coordinators with the theme; “Sustaining Digitization of NYSC Operations: The…

Airtel launches 5G Network

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Airtel Nigeria, one of the leading mobile network operators in the country, has officially launched its services powered by fifth-generation (5G) technology.   The launch brought to three the total number of operators offering 5G services in Nigeria.   MTN Nigeria pioneered the launch of the service which was followed by Mafab Communications.   Chief Commercial Officer at Airtel Nigeria, Femi Oshinlaja, said 5G services will be available in four major cities of Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos, Ogun and Rivers States.   He said the services would be…

Danbatta woos Investors at GITEX Africa on Nigeria’s Broadband Future

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The Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta, has invited international telecom companies and potential investors to take advantage of the opportunities presented by Nigeria’s population of over 200 million people to invest in its telecom sector, especially in infrastructure provisioning for broadband.     Danbatta, who spoke at the inaugural edition of the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX) 2023, which ended in Marrakesh, Morocco recently, said Nigeria presents a stable political and economic conditions.     Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and…

NCC tasks Telcos on Network Security, Consumer Safety

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and Internet Service Providers (ISP) in the country to comply with regulatory frameworks emplaced by the Commission towards ensuring security and safety of their networks for telecom consumers. The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (EVC/CEO) of the Commission, Prof. Umar Danbatta, gave the charge at the 2023 annual Nigeria DigitalSense Forum, focused on Internet Governance for Development, which took place in Lagos recently. Addressing stakeholders at the event, Danbatta said one of the regulatory framework put in…