Author: ITPulse

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), showcased Nigeria’s Innovative IT Policy Formulation Approach at the just concluded London Blockchain Conference. NITDA led the Nigerian delegation at the conference, held from 31st May to 2nd June 2023 at the Queen Elizabeth II International Conference Centre, Westminster, London, United Kingdom. Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, the Director General/CEO, represented by Dr. Usman Gambo Abdullahi, Director of Information Technology Infrastructure Solutions, participated in a panel discussion on “Blockchain Innovation Program: Changing Lives Through BSV Education”. He used the opportunity to inform the global Blockchain community of Nigeria’s innovative approaches toward ensuring nationwide adoption…

In commemoration of International Children’s Day, Huawei has decided to join hands with 9mobile to organize a captivating ballet performance for children from the Leap of Dance Academy at the Terra Kulture center in Lagos. The performance was live-streamed on various social media platforms, garnering significant attention. The event was organized to empower children to express themselves and pursue their dreams. Leap of Dance Academy, a non-profit ballet organization established in 2017 in Lagos, aims to provide ballet dance education to underprivileged children in Nigeria who lack access to such opportunities. Mr. Juergen Peschel, CEO of 9mobile, said, “This has…

Available data has shown why 5G is becoming the fastest-scaling mobile connectivity generation with subscriptions projected to triple and hit 5.9 billion by 2027, scaling faster than any previous mobile generation, despite the macroeconomic challenges. According to the data, 5G provides higher download speeds and lower latency than older 4G networks, explaining that the timely availability of devices from multiple vendors and China’s large early 5G deployments have also played a massive role in the market`s growth. “The explosive growth will continue in the following years, with 5G subscriptions tripling to 5.9 billion by 2027,” the data revealed. There were…

There is a chill around me. Droplets of cool moisture make my skin tingle. Though we are packed tightly, we do not feel the heat that ordinarily characterizes such constricting conditions.  We have the huge blocks of ice thrust in our midst and resting on our heads, to thank for this. I can feel the weight pressing down on me. But I am made of tough stuff, I will not break. Every now and again, the lid comes off.  The warm hand of a human reaches inside, deftly swinging out one of us to its fate, leaving the rest a…

In the dynamic world of STEM education and innovation, one remarkable initiative, InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition, continues to ignite the passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) among secondary school students in Nigeria and beyond. From its inception, InterswitchSPAK, an initiative of Interswitch Group, has grown to become a beacon of inspiration for young African minds, nurturing their talent and encouraging them to explore the wonders of STEM as the key to delivering the Africa of their dreams. Following the completion of a successful first edition in Nigeria in 2018, the initiative was introduced to schools in Kenya the…

The GSMA has launched the Mobile Gender Gap Report 2023 report with eleven key findings that stakeholders will likely ponder throughout the year.   The report noted that in an increasingly connected world, it is critical that no one is left behind. It also disclosed that in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), mobile phones are the primary and often the only way people get online, especially women. “More than 3.4 billion people in LMICs now access the internet on a mobile phone,1 accounting for 85% of broadband connections in 2022. In all 12 countries surveyed for this report, female internet…

A report titled ‘State of Web 3.0 in Africa Report’ on Web 3.0 technologies has indicated that Africa recorded an increase of 1,668 percent in blockchain investments between 2021 – 2022. The report, which will be officially released later this month, will also show how Web 3.0 technologies are experiencing growth and expansion in Africa, with the potential to bring transformative change to various industries such as trade and industry, financial services and lending, supply chain management and logistics, and healthcare provision and accessibility. According to Emurgo Africa, owner of the report, blockchain technologies are consistently gaining acceptance in Africa…

The 10, 000 certified data protection officers in Nigeria are insufficient to handle data protection cases in the country, the Commissioner of Nigeria Data Protection Bureau (NDPB), Dr Vincent Olatunji has said. According to him, Nigeria needs about 490,000 data protection officers to cater to over 500,000 data controllers and processors in the country. “Nigeria has less than 100, 000 data protection officers. This shouldn’t be the case as there are over 500,000 data controllers and data processors in Nigeria and the law states that each data controller or data processor must have one data protection officer with deep knowledge…

To accelerate access to vaccine inoculation, Zipline, the renowned drone delivery company, has supported the Cross River State Government in delivering over 50,000 doses of regular immunisation vaccines across multiple healthcare institutions in the State, marking a significant milestone for healthcare delivery. This was just within one month of the start of operations within the state. This accomplishment represents a big step in the state’s effort at ensuring universal access to important healthcare services in Cross River State’s outlying locations. Zipline’s Country Manager, Ms. Catherine Odiase, said the company is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to healthcare anywhere in…

By Abang Emeny Amina, a small grocery store owner in bustling Lagos, Nigeria, is the embodiment of resilience. Her store is an essential hub in her local community, a place where neighbours can find everything from essential food items to occasional sweet treats for the children. It’s the place where Amina shares smiles and small talks with her customers while providing them with their daily needs. However, running a small business like Amina’s is not without its challenges. One of the significant obstacles she faces is securing credit to purchase inventory. Imagine this: it’s a bright new day, and Amina opens…