FG extends deadline for NIN-SIM linkage by one month
The Federal Government has extended the deadline for the people to link their National Identification Numbers (NINs) to their Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) by one month. This was announced on…
5G no threat to public health, says Minister, Stakeholders
The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has allayed the fears of Nigerians on the deployment of Fifth Generation (5G) technology in Nigeria, clarifying that…
Creation of ICT hub in Universities in line with NCAIR’s mandate at empowering youths -NITDA DG
Mr. Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), says the economic diversification agenda of the government will alleviate poverty and create prosperity among citizens. Inuwa made the assertion…
WE MUST SCALE UP INTERVENTIONS IN MSMEs SECTOR –Â OSINBAJO
In partnership with the private sector, the Federal Government would continue to support innovation and interventions to boost the growth of small businesses across the country, so as to improve…
SIM blocking: FG announces Jan 19 and Feb. 9 as new dates for extension of registration of subscribers with NIN, without NIN
The Federal Government has extended the deadline issued to all telecommunications operators in the country to block all Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) without National Identification Number (NIN). This follows a…
GITEX 2020: Nigeria attracts about $50m to support start-upsÂ
The Federal Government on Sunday, says about 50 million dollars foreign investments is already being attracted into the economy for the support of various start-ups in the country through its…
Pantami, Danbatta, Others Restate Commitment to Digital Economy
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, agencies under the Ministry and industry stakeholders have re-emphasized their commitment to support the drive by the Federal Government…
Minister Commissions NCC, USPF, NITDA projects to deepen digital economy
Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, has commissioned more projects executed by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) towards…
Strike: FG to release N30bn EAA part payment to ASUU
The Federal Government has agreed to release N30 billion as part payment of the Earned Academic Allowances (EAA) to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Sen. Chris Ngige. Minister…
NCDMB, NITDA agree to set up committee on local content development in oil, gas, ICT, other sectors
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) have agreed to set up a joint committee to boost local content development. NCDMB…