Author: ITPulse

….The program aims to empower Ndi Anambra on core and advanced technology skills The Anambra State Government, through the Solution Innovation District (SID), has partnered with Decent Job Tech Skills Ltd., on its software development program called ‘Code Anambra’. This is a comprehensive training program to empower Ndi Anambra with advanced digital skills and opportunities in the global tech industry. Code Anambra is designed to equip Anambra youths with the knowledge,  expertise and practical skills in various core and advanced digital skills, including Web Development (Frontend), Web Development (Backend), Cloud Computing, Mobile App Development, Machine Learning, Game Development, Artificial Intelligence,…

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness-focused direct selling company, has won two Bronze Stevie® Awards at The International Business Awards 2023, in recognition of its dedicated efforts to combat climate change and the transformative rebranding of its wellness brand, with a renewed focus on holistic lifestyles. The award ceremony, attended by over 100 winning companies, took place at the luxurious Cavalieri by the Waldorf Astoria in Rome, Italy, on October 13, 2023. The distinguished International Business Awards program acknowledged QNET’s substantial contributions to these vital causes, honoring the company in the following categories: Communication or PR Campaign of the Year:…

A survey by Sophos has revealed that nearly 75 percent of healthcare organisations data have been encrypted by cybercriminals, leaving only 24 percent that was able to disrupt a ransomware attack before attackers encrypted their data. The survey “The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2023,” also shows that this is the highest rate of encryption in the past three years and a significant increase from the 61% of healthcare organizations that reported having their data encrypted last year. It is also an indication that the number of ransomware attacks before the attackers encrypted their data—down from 34% in 2022, which…

In a remarkable display of resilience and untapped potential, a rising generation of young women in Nigeria is boldly taking centre stage in the global tech industry. The digital age and the transformative power of the Internet have opened the doors to new opportunities, with the Vbank Women in Tech program leading the charge in nurturing these prospects for women. The Nest, in collaboration with Women in Tech Nigeria, facilitated by the generous sponsorship of Vbank, is delighted to announce the successful conclusion of the Women in Tech program. This program which empowered women in Nigeria to embrace technology by…

The National Association of Computing Students across all Nigeria Universities with over 300,000 members has conferred a national Award of Champion of Nigeria Digital Economy on the MD/CEO of New Horizons, Mr Tim Akano with a National Award as Digital Economy Champion of Nigeria. At a well-attended NACOS annual conference that took place at Nile University on the 11th of October 2023, NACOS leadership described Mr. Akano as one of the “major pillars in the ICT transformation in Nigeria, especially with regards to the Youth empowerment and Jobs creation”. NACOS President, Comr. Chihurumnanya Nwanevu appreciated the New Horizons CEO for…

After weeks of meticulous planning, testing, and eager anticipation, Konga TV, Africa’s pioneer 24-hour Buyers and Sellers TV platform, is gearing up for its much-anticipated public launch scheduled for Monday, November 6th, 2023, coinciding with Konga Yakata, Nigeria’s biggest Black Friday sales event.  Konga TV is a groundbreaking platform designed to offer the best deals and competitively priced products from a wide spectrum of sources, including manufacturers, distributors, merchants and resellers. It is dedicated to bringing these offers to millions of savvy shoppers in Africa’s largest market. Uniquely, Konga TV is Africa’s first-of-its-kind innovative TV platform solely dedicated to commerce,…

By Elvis Eromosele   The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to transform our world. The 17 goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere. Achieving the SDGs may save the world.   One critical element to drive the fulfillment of the SDGs is financial inclusion. Financial inclusion has been identified as an enabler for, at least, 7 of the 17 SDGs. It provides the tools and resources for individuals and communities to break free from poverty, access education and healthcare, create sustainable livelihoods, and…

In a concerted effort to foster financial inclusion and bolster the digital payment landscape in Nigeria, fintech companies have been called upon to heighten their engagement in innovative endeavours and craft advanced solutions tailored to meet the expectations of their clientele. Akeem Lawal, the Managing Director of Payment Processing and Switching (Interswitch Purepay), articulated this perspective during the recently concluded Nigeria Fintech Week held at the prestigious Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. In his keynote address titled “Fintech: Resilience, Innovation, and Diversification,” Lawal expounded on the imperative for fintech firms and other financial institutions to not only welcome disruption,…

Leading Fintech company in Nigeria, Moniepoint MFB, has restated its commitment to driving financial inclusion through innovative products that address payment challenges in the country. The Head of Partnerships at Moniepoint Inc., Efemena Ogie, stated this at a Fintech Forum organized by the Nigeria Information Technology Reporters Association (NITRA) in Lagos. According to Ogie, it was in line with this commitment that the company developed an innovation of PoS alert for mobile transfers. According to him, this is helping businesses using Moniepoint’s PoS machines to receive instant credit alerts when their customers make transfers to their accounts. He said this…

81 students between the ages of 14 and 17 from public and private secondary schools across Nigeria are billed to compete for the crown of the best Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) student in Nigeria for the fifth edition of the InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition.  Over 17,000 secondary-school-age students had put in their applications for participation. Following the national qualifying examinations, the top 81 participants will be thrilling the audience in the competition as they bid for their share of the grand sum of N12.5 million which will be shared among the top 3 contestants. The first prize winner…