South Africa’s MTN exploring partnerships with satellite-internet providers
November 18, 2024 Africa’s biggest mobile operator MTN is exploring partnerships with low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite providers to bring internet connection to rural and remote customers in particular, Group CEO Ralph…
Taxes, Oil boost FG’s Revenue By 76% To N12.5tn — Budget Office
November 18, 2024 Rising taxes and oil revenues by the Federal Government have boosted its earnings by 76 per cent, from N7.1 trillion in 2022 to N12.5 trillion in 2023….
TD Africa Launches TecHERdemy, to upskill 400 women
In a significant milestone for women in tech, TD Africa officially launched the TecHERdemy program on 13th November 2024, an initiative aimed at equipping 400 young Nigerian women with essential…
Over 300 youths benefit as NLNG begins Nigerian Content HCD trainings
NLNG, last week, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, kicked off its Nigerian Content Human Capacity Development (NC-HCD) Basic Training Programme for the NLNG Train 7 Project, a major NC programme…
Fibre optic cables should be considered ‘critical infrastructure’ in Africa, Google says
November 15, 2024 African governments should give fibre optic cables greater protection from attacks and harmonize policies around layouts to encourage the development of tech infrastructure, a Google executive said…
UBA set to raise N239.4bn through Rights Issue
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, will raise N239.4 billion through a Rights Issue of 6,839,884,274 ordinary shares of 50 kobo each at N35.00 per share….
REA-NEP to boost renewable energy in Federal universities by 2025
By Enyi Ejike-Umunnabuike Jr In a significant initiative aimed at bolstering energy sustainability across Nigeria, the Nigeria Electrification Programme (NEP) implemented under the Rural electrification agency, are set to…
FEC proposes N47.9trn 2025 inflationary budget, okays $2.2bn external borrowing
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has proposed the sum of N47.9 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year for submission to the National Assembly on Monday. The Minister of Budget and…
NLNG: Horsfall assumes office as GM, External Relations and Sustainable Development
Dr. Sophia Horsfall, the former Manager of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, has assumed her role as General Manager of External Relations and Sustainable Development following her appointment by the…
Telecoms: We want to be as transparent as possible with the industry – NCC
Nov. 14, 2024 The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing transparency within the telecommunications sector, aiming to foster better communication between the regulator and industry stakeholders….