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The Nigeria Data Protection Bureau has ordered an investigation into what it described as the use and public circulation of the personal data allegedly belonging to Nwamini David and Sonia Ekweremadu in the ongoing case of organ transplant pending before a British Court. In a statement signed by Babatunde Bamigboye, Legal, Enforcement & Regulations Lead, NDPB said the Bureau notes with concern that certain sensitive personal data purportedly belonging to the two Nigerian citizens (complainant and patient) in this case are being processed by data controllers – particularly media organization – without regard to the implications under the Nigeria Data…

Nexford University, a Washington DC-based next-generation university announces its most recent partnership with PiggyVest, an African-based fintech that helps over three million customers achieve their financial goals by helping them save and invest with ease. In a statement made available to newsmen in Lagos on Friday, June 24, 2022, Nexford University announced its partnership with PiggyVest as another step in its commitment to providing access to affordable and uninterrupted education. The scholarship will be initially offered to 40 learners to advance their skills in Business Analytics, Product Management, 360 Degrees Marketing, and Digital Transformation. PiggyVest will cover 100% of tuition…

A tech enthusiast, Mr. Farinto Jones has decried the federal government’s Vehicles Identification Number (VIN) system for the valuation of imported vehicles, which is currently being implemented by the Nigerian Customs Service. According to Farinto, the policy if not reviewed is capable of undermining e-haling services in the country as the majority of people doing e-hailing services use imported vehicles below 2011, explaining that with the Vehicles Identification Number (VIN) system, it has become difficult to see 2009 vehicle in the system; the least you can see is 2013. “Personally, I urge the government to review the policy, as most…

Tagged ‘Celebrating Happiness’, Konga has set out some mouth-watering discounts as part of its 10th-anniversary sales, which will run from June 27 – July 10, 2022. The aim of ‘Celebrating Happiness’, is to celebrate customers for partnering with Konga over the past decade. “It’s been ten years of steadfastness, trust, and togetherness. The truth is, we wouldn’t have come this far without you, and we thank you,’’ enthused Nick Imudia, Co-CEO, Konga Group. ‘‘As we celebrate Konga @10, we are offering all customers discounted prices on everything on their wish list. It is the biggest sales event ever seen -…

Pained by the level of vandalisation and destruction of interconnected infrastructures in the Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, Transportation and Power Sectors in the South-South region, the Ashcraft Centre for Social Science Research will be organizing a summit aimed at addressing the challenges. Addressing a press conference in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, Chief of Strategic Planning and Innovations at Ashcraft Centre for Social Science Research, Chiakor Alfred, disclosed that the summit scheduled for July 25-26, is consistent with the provisions of the National Protection Policy and Strategy 2022 (CNAINPPS 2022); Petroleum Industry Act, 2021; the National Security Strategy Framework; and the Critical…

The Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation (LSEF) has announced a change of date for the commencement of the training programme for the Imo Wealth Project, job creation and empowerment initiative. The programme, previously scheduled to commence on June 28, will now kick off on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, in order to accommodate the sit-at-home expected in Imo State and other parts of the South East, notably with Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) scheduled to appear in court in Abuja on Tuesday. The Imo Wealth Project is sponsored by the Leo Stan Ekeh Foundation, a futuristic Non-Governmental…

 …. To begin Air Conditioner Experiential in Lagos, Abuja & Port Harcourt in July & August  Global warming and climate change have contributed to a green consumer revolution whereby more people are buying goods they consider less harmful to the environment, while also promoting healthy lifestyles. As such, more consumers want products that have reduced negative impact on the natural surroundings Dominant South Korean electronics brand, LG, has always ensured that its promise of Life’s Good is fulfilled for all consumers across the globe. LG home appliances and electronics are prudently devised with the aim of protecting your health, improving…

The maiden edition of the Konga Mid-Year Shopping Festival, a month-long mega discount sale, is set to witness an all-action finale this week as shoppers rush for last-minute deals. The promotion, which commenced on Wednesday, June 1 is set to come to a fitting climax on Thursday, June 30, 2022 – the final day of the shopping festival – after an exciting, rollercoaster month marked by price slashes, heavy discounts, unmatched deals and rain of special offers and incentives from various arms of the Konga business. Ahead of the final countdown which has already commenced, feelers from within Konga indicate…

Expectations were high on January 19, 2001, the day scheduled for the GSM auction technically referred to as the Digital Mobile License auction.  NCC officials, observers, and accredited journalists were already seated in a secured room at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. The bidders, five of them, MTN, Econet ( now Airtel), Communications Investment Limited ( CIL) now Globacom, United Network Consortium, and MSI International,  were in a palpable frenzy and set to outbid each other. The lead auctioneer, Dr. Ernest Ndukwe wasted no time in kick-starting the auction process that was billed to showcase the regulatory resolve of the Commission…

The global spending on asset tracking by enterprises will increase from $16 billion in 2022 to $45 billion in 2027, representing a substantial growth of 184%; a new study from Juniper Research has revealed. According to the study, the growing availability and affordability of asset-tracking solutions will drive the adoption of managed services amongst the most prominent enterprises that operate their own supply chains for high-value assets. It also envisages that the most sought-after solutions will be those which can demonstrate a return on investment by minimising theft and loss of assets during transit. The report forecasts that the number…