The Imo State Government and a European digital alliance, DIGITAL SME, have signed a pact to launch a digital skills development program. This initiative aims to supercharge the state's digital economy by empowering its workforce. This partnership aligns perfectly with...
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is committed to prioritizing projects that demonstrably benefit the oil-rich region, according to its Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku. Ogbuku made these remarks during the recent Niger Delta Stakeholders Summit in Port...
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has withdrawn its N30 billion lawsuit against Meta Platforms Incorporated (formerly Facebook Inc.), owners of Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit, filed in 2022, alleged Meta violated Nigerian advertising laws by publishing unapproved...
Nigeria has taken a bold step towards leading Africa's digital trade revolution with the launch of a comprehensive strategy. This initiative aligns with the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) framework and is a key component of President Bola...
Jumia, Africa's leading e-commerce platform, is urging entrepreneurs to leverage the power of digital platforms to unlock growth and overcome challenges. In a statement, Jumia highlighted the potential of digital tools to expand business reach, connecting local products and services...
Nigeria's top scientists are giving the government a wake-up call. At the launch of a new book by Dr. Kenny Acholonu, titled "Who Will Give You the Technology?", these experts stressed that prioritizing research and development (R&D) and science,...
The World Bank has released a report highlighting the significant negative impact of absenteeism in Nigeria's health and education sectors. The report, titled "Human Capital Public Expenditure and Institutional Review," reveals that absenteeism among teachers and health workers can...
Nigeria's electricity sector is set for a major overhaul thanks to a significant memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed on Wednesday between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Federal Ministry of Power. This MOU paves the...
West Africa is taking a big step towards a more robust financial future by fostering regional collaboration. The 10th meeting of the College of Supervisors for Non-Bank Financial Institutions (CSNBFI) in Abuja, Nigeria, served as a powerful platform for...
Abba Aliyu, Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has expressed support for the House of Representatives' decision to investigate Ministries, Departments, and Agencies involved in renewable energy investments in Nigeria. The probe, totaling $2 billion in investments and...