Category: Technology

Cyber Safety Advocate, Rotimi Onadipe launches Stay Safe Online Academy to combat rising Cyber risks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

As part of efforts to combat the growing dangers associated with internet usage, renowned Cyber Safety Advocate and Publisher of Internet Safety Magazine, Rotimi Onadipe, has officially launched the Stay Safe Online Academy in Ibadan.   The academy, unveiled on Thursday at the headquarters of Internet Safety Magazine, is designed to equip smartphone users with vital knowledge on how to use the internet safely and responsibly.   Speaking during the launch, Onadipe highlighted the importance of the academy in today’s digital age, described it as a “milestone initiative” aimed at…

NASRDA Empowers 32 Participants in Space-Based Agriculture Training

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) has successfully concluded a five-day intensive training program on Agricultural Monitoring from Space, aimed at equipping stakeholders with the technical know-how to harness space technology for sustainable agricultural development. Addressing participants at the closing ceremony, the Director-General of NASRDA, Dr. Matthew Olumide Adepoju, encouraged the 32 trainees to apply, share, and adapt the knowledge gained to address Nigeria’s agricultural challenges.   “We expect you to apply the knowledge you’ve acquired, share it with your colleagues and communities, and domesticate it to address…

NITDA opens Public Consultation on Draft Technical Standards for Digital Public Infrastructure

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has released the draft Technical Standards for Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and has called on stakeholders, including the general public, to provide feedback and contributions towards finalizing the document. This initiative, according to NITDA, represents a significant step in Nigeria’s digital transformation journey, aimed at creating a secure, inclusive, and interoperable digital ecosystem. The standards, once adopted, are expected to guide the development and deployment of DPI components across the country, enhancing public service delivery, economic growth, and citizen empowerment. The draft document…

NITDA strengthens global alliances to boost Nigeria’s digital economy

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to forging strategic international partnerships aimed at accelerating innovation, enhancing digital infrastructure, and empowering Nigerian startups. This was the highlight of a recent high-level engagement held at NITDA’s Headquarters in Abuja. The Director-General of NITDA, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, who participated virtually due to a scheduled follow-up meeting with Google in the United States on investments in national sovereign infrastructure, was represented at the meeting by Mr. Oladejo Olawumi, Director of the Information Technology Infrastructure Solutions Department. The engagement featured…

NCC engages stakeholders on unclaimed recharges, unveils draft guidelines for Consumer Protection

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) on Tuesday hosted a virtual Stakeholder Engagement Forum to deliberate on the Draft Guidance for the management of unutilized and unclaimed subscriber recharges in the Nigerian telecom sector. The high-level forum brought together key industry stakeholders, telecom operators, legal experts, and consumer advocacy groups to address lingering concerns over forfeited airtime from inactive lines and to chart a regulatory path that ensures both consumer protection and operational efficiency. In a welcome address delivered on behalf of the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC)/CEO, Dr. Aminu Maida, by…

Nigeria steps into global spotlight as first West African host of GITEX Technology Expo

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria is set to make history as the first West African nation to host the globally acclaimed Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX), in a bold move that signals the country’s emergence as a rising force in digital innovation and technology leadership on the continent. Spearheaded by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) in partnership with KAOUN International, the prestigious event is scheduled to take place in Abuja and Lagos from September 1st to 4th, 2025. It is expected to draw over 1,000 startups, more than 100 investors, and over…

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

Emporium Reporters

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…