The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is firming up a cybersecurity framework for securing digital infrastructure and enhancing online safety for consumers in the communications industry. The framework, with likely implementation timeline by telecom licensees set for 2026, will address security challenges arising from the emerging technologies towards creating a more secure digital economy in Nigeria….
Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Dr Kashifu Inuwa; the Special Adviser to the President Bola Tinubu on Economic Matters, Dr. Tope Fasuwa and others have called for enhanced deployment of technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) to aid the country’s quest for economic diversification and general development. Inuwa, Fasua and others said the adoption…
Nigeria’s fourth mobile network operator (MNO), T2 has sealed a strategic deal with Huawei, a global leader in Information and Communications Technology (ICT), to modernize its core network infrastructure. This agreement is coming as T2 posted its first gain of the year in July adding 290,601 new subscribers in the month, spurred by its recent…
Mobile network operator (MNO) 9mobile, which recently rebranded to T2, recorded its first gain of the year in July as it added 290,601 new subscribers in the month, spurred by its recent infrastructure sharing deal with the largest mobile network operator, MTN Nigeria. This came as the first monthly subscriber gain in nearly a year…
Airtel Nigeria yesterday said its doubled investments will directly accelerate critical network initiatives including nationwide coverage expansion, capacity augmentation through spectrum acquisition, fibre rollout, and satellite partnerships with Starlink and OneWeb. Its Chief Technology Officer, Harmanpreet Dhillon, disclosed these initiatives during national Tv’s Economy Watch programme, where he reaffirmed telco’s commitment to building a more…
T2 has made a significant breakthrough with the launch of its Electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) Web Application, just weeks after unveiling its bold new identity. This innovative tool is specifically designed for SIM registration officers (SROs), empowering them to verify potential and existing customers and solidify the brand’s commitment to a seamless customer experience…
The increasing adoption of the fifth generation (5G) in Nigeria and other countries on the continent and the Middle East and Africa (MEA) has pushed smartphone market growth to three per cent YoY in Q2 2025. The increment in the smartphone shipment was also driven by channel activities, affordable 5G devices, and improved economic conditions….
Visa and PEMANDU Associates have entered a strategic partnership to support governments in advancing efficiency and better sectoral outcomes for their citizens, while also driving greater financial inclusion and improved access and quality of basic services. The partnership will help governments implement capabilities in digital payments, digital identity, and emerging technology – delivered through innovative…
A data centre and cloud services provider, Open Access Data Centres Limited (OADC) has further strengthened cloud service offering in the country with the unveiling of its Open Access Fabric (OAFabric) platformin Lagos. The company said the facility is targeted at unlocking secure and seamless cloud access for Nigeria and the continent. OADC, a subsidiary…
