The Federal Government has announced plans to develop a homegrown blockchain, tentatively named “Nigerium,” to ensure that Nigerian data and that of its citizens remain under local control, rather than being subject to foreign entities. Kachifu Abdullahi, Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), revealed this initiative during a meeting with a […]
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itel Introduces itel A50: The Ultimate Budget-Friendly Entertainment Smartphone
itel, a leading brand in smart life solutions, proudly presents the itel A50, a smartphone crafted for young entertainment enthusiasts. This new release offers a rich array of features tailored to the vibrant lifestyles of today’s youth, all at a remarkably affordable price point. The itel A50 allows users to effortlessly capture and store precious […]
JUST IN: Nigeria Set to Make History by Sending First Civilian to Space
The Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing to send its first civilian into space. This historic announcement was made by Dr. Mathew Adepoju, the Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), during a press conference held in Abuja on Wednesday. The initiative is part of a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding […]
itel Wins Most Outstanding Mobile Phone Brand of 2024 at BoICT Awards
In a remarkable showcase of excellence and innovation, itel, a leading smartphone brand, emerged victorious at the prestigious Beacon of ICT (BoICT) Awards 2024. The annual awards ceremony, celebrating significant contributions to Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, honored itel with three distinguished accolades, solidifying its status as a formidable industry player. itel was […]
Drama As Robot Takes Charge Of Traffic On Abuja Road, Drivers Comply
A recent video has captured an intriguing moment in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, where a robot was spotted directing traffic on a busy road. The footage quickly went viral after being shared on Twitter, leaving viewers both astonished and curious about this unusual sight. Despite initial skepticism from some who mistook the robot […]
American Company Plans To Set Up Tractor Assembly Plant In Nigeria.
The gains on foreign investments recorded from Vice President Kashim Shettima’s visit to the United States swelled again, as an American company, John Deere, has resolved to set up a tractor assembly plant in Nigeria. Details of the company’s interest in investing in Nigeria’s agricultural sector were made known during a meeting between VP Shettima […]
NCC Changes Nigeria’s Fixed Phone Lines Numbering Format To 10 Digits
The Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, has announced a new numbering format for fixed lines. The Commission said Nigeria’s Fixed-Lines Numbering Format has changed from eight digits to 10 digits by just adding the “02” prefix before the existing fixed number. According to a statement by NCC, “The Commission hereby informs the public of the changes […]
Whats’App Users Can Now Edit Sent Messages, But Only Within 15 Mins Range
Popular messaging platform WhatsApp has announced that users can now edit their sent messages through a new ‘Edit’ feature. With the feature rolling out globally in the coming weeks, senders will be able to modify their messages within 15 minutes of hitting send. The function can be accessed by long-pressing the message and choosing “edit” […]
MTN Activates 5G In 13 Cities, Says No Plan To Shut Down Lower Networks
The adoption of the Fifth Generation (5G) network is fast expanding as MTN disclosed that it has activated over 700 sites across 13 cities since its launch in August 2021. Connected cities, according to MTN, include Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, Owerri, Ibadan, Maiduguri, Abeokuta, Ife, Warri, Enugu, Ife and Ifo. Speaking with journalists, yesterday, […]
700MW Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Project Completed – FG
The federal government of Nigeria has annouced the completion of Zungeru Hydroelectric Power project worth over $1.3 billion which will add 700MW of electricity to the national grid. The Honourable Minister of Power H.E. Engr. Abubakar D. Aliyu, FNSE annouced this yesterday when he paid a working visit to the site located in Niger state. […]