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The Cyber Security Experts Association of Nigeria (CSEAN) is set to hold the maiden edition of its Cybersecurity Merit Awards, where outstanding individuals and organizations who have made valuable contributions to the cybersecurity ecosystem in Nigeria will be recognised. The Cybersecurity Merit Awards is scheduled to hold on Friday, October 21, 2022, at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja Lagos and awards will be given out in ten categories. The categories, according to Mrs. Oluwatoni Falade, Chairperson, Award Planning Committee are Rising Star of the year, Cyber Startup of the year, State Government of the year, Cybersecurity Woman of the year, Outstanding…

Nigeria is in a precarious situation, financially. The federal government claims it doesn’t have money, so it is borrowing, from all sorts of places for all sorts of reasons. Some say that the government is borrowing even to pay the salaries of federal workers. In June, we learned that the nation is borrowing to pay the interest on the loans that it has taken. It is a difficult season. Things have never been this bad. Today, inflation stands at over 20 percent (according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS); the exchange rate is N730 – $1 (black market rate),…

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has discovered, through social listening and environmental surveillance that a fraudulent letter, titled: “Certificate of Site Ownership”, for clearance of “Mast Transmission Antenna”, are The letter being circulated by some unidentifiable individuals, purporting that the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) issued a “Certificate of Site Ownership”, for clearance of “Mast Transmission Antenna” has been disowned by the telecom regulator. In fact, the Commission in a statement issued and signed by its Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Reuben Mouka described the letter claiming that the Commission had conducted an inspection on a certain site which is for…

In a bid to deepen knowledge of cybersecurity and Blockchain technology across Nigeria,  Cyberchain, a decentralised, brand-neutral and people-focused company is set to host a conference at Abuja on the 22nd of October at NAF Conference Centre. This follows a string of conferences it has held in recent times when it embarked on a national tour this year with the theme “Embracing  the Metaverse Economy.” It started the conferences at the city of Akure in Ondo State in March; then Uyo in Akwa Ibom State in May and Benin City in Edo State in July. The grand finale of the…

By Lee Wearne Enterprises must prioritise security, governance and user adoption for successful implementation The urgency of implementing enterprise data management strategies comes from an acute awareness that businesses need to put their data to work effectively to influence business decisions and efficiency, and ultimately help steer the direction of the business. C-suites understand that this urgency is not a fad, and that an effective enterprise data strategy is a fundamental component of their digital transformation journeys. However, unless the data strategy is driven from the top of the organisation, there will – at some point – become a discrepancy…

To provide free online training for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has announced the 2022 Hustle Academy Bootcamp in collaboration with Google Nigeria. The Bootcamp, according to NITDA will promote career skills and improve business operations, thereby helping small businesses to be repositioned and increase their revenue generation. “In line with our initiative of building the capacity of one million software developers by the end of 2023, we are excited to announce the 2022 Hustle Academy Bootcamp in partnership with Google Nigeria,” said Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, Director General/CEO of NITDA. Mal. Inuwa…

The swift evolution of telemedicine has transformed the healthcare sector, providing accessible medical services that are efficient. As the world takes a dynamic form and accommodates digital health solutions, the incorporation of data analytics and AI has risen as an important factor in streamlining patient care. Samuel Aramide, a Senior Software Engineer, takes charge of this revolution, leading the effort to implement innovative technologies in the telemedicine industry. This article delves into the future of telemedicine, exploring the leadership methodologies  Samuel utilised to efficiently integrate AI and data analytics into patient care systems. Data analytics and AI are restructuring approaches…

The hospitality industry is rapidly evolving, with technology playing a critical role in transforming how services are delivered. Azaria Hotel & Apartments, under the leadership of Ayodeji and Adedolapo Fashanu, is at the forefront of this transformation. By integrating cutting-edge technology with luxury service, Azaria is setting new standards in hotel management, positioning itself as a leader in Nigeria’s hospitality sector. Azaria has embraced technological innovation to stay ahead of the curve. This integration allows for improved guest experiences, streamlined operations, and enhanced overall service delivery. One of the key technological advancements implemented at Azaria is the Smart Property Management…

A report from Ericsson ConsumerLab’s 5G: The Next Wave has identified six key trends, which shows that half of 5G consumers who already use extended-reality (XR) related services believe AR apps will move from smartphones to XR headsets within two years. The report noted that compared to 4G users – 5G users spend an average of one hour per week more on metaverse-related services, such as gaming in virtual worlds, and augmented reality (AR). Commenting, Jasmeet Singh Sethi, Head of Ericsson ConsumerLab, said: ”The scale of the research gives us an authentic insight into consumers’ views and attitudes to 5G.…

Expectations are high as the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) and the Nigerian Network Operators Group (NgNOG) are billed to host the 2022 Nigeria Peering and Interconnection Forum (NgPIF). Announcing the forum in a statement, Mr. Muhammed Rudman, Chief Executive Officer of IXPN explained that the NgPIF 2022 will bring together Telecom Operators, Internet Service Providers, Content Providers, Data Center Operators, Educational Institutions, Policy-Makers, Investors and all other Internet-related organizations to network, collaborate and share experiences in an effort to enhance Nigeria’s internet ecosystem. These interactions, according to the organisers will facilitate the exchange of information and insights regarding…