Author: ITPulse

A new finding has revealed that revenue from the sales of smartphone and laptop will hit a whooping $700B by 2024, as Desktop PC and Tablet market continue to witness continued failing. The finding from Statista Technology Market Outlook data shows Mobile phone sales are expected to continue booming and generate $552.4bn in revenue by 2024, a 9.5% increase in three years, with the two leading markets of China and the United States generating one-third of that value. The global laptop market is also set to witness an increasing trend, with revenues rising by 4% to $147.9bn in this period.…

Global Masters Trust Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Limited has promised to provide Nigerians, who are desirous of financial sustainability and growth daily interests or loans for their businesses. Global Masters Trust Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Ltd, a registered cooperative society under the cooperative society regulatory Act of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and has been  in operations since April 2019, also said it will be holding a seminar on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Ikeja-Lagos that is aimed at educating the general public on the workings of the GMT Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Ltd. “As a cooperative society, we strive to meet the…

The Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Danbatta is set to deliver the keynote address at this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the West African Telecommunications Regulators Assembly (WATRA). In a statement signed by Dr. Ikechukwu Adinde, Director of Public Affairs at NCC, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Isa Pantami will deliver the opening address at the AGM scheduled to take place from March 10-11, 2021 in Abuja. WATRA is a platform that provides opportunity for telecoms regulators in West Africa to take important decisions, including the adoption of activities report,…

Being the lead Paper presented during the 2nd International Conference on ICT for National Development and Its Sustainability, organized by the Faculty of Information and Communication Sciences, University of Ilorin at the Main Auditorium of University of Ilorin on 3rd of March, 2021. The pace of technology evolution and its revolutionizing impact on the world we live and work in today have never been so pervasively gargantuan. Potently disruptive digital technologies and new robust applications of data are driving swift innovations across many economies and societies. Previous traditional drivers of economic growth are becoming progressively inadequate, and cannot be exclusively…

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Nigeria, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya, has identified four strategies every leader must possess in order to succeed and achieve results during turbulent times. The four strategies every leader must cultivate, according to him are  empathy, integrity, good communication skills and a strong sense of purpose. Ogunsanya, who disclosed this at the recently concluded Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN) Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) Business Roundtable, which held virtually, also offered practical tips leaders can adopt in the event of a major crisis such as the Covid-19 global pandemic. He said leaders must never…

In a bid to reinforce its commitment to the growth of Small and medium Enterprises in Nigeria in order to contribute to national growth and development, the country’s premier financial institution, Firstbank has decided to announce its SME specific accounts. The SME accounts – which are in two variants – FirstSME Classic and FirstSME Deluxe – are offered to SMEs, irrespective of industry and tailored to have SMEs exposed to a wide range of services and opportunities that are essential for their continued growth and role in contributing to national development. The advantages and features of these accounts include; access…

As the world celebrates women, one of Nigeria’s telecommunications provider, 9mobile has for the promotion of equal opportunities for women in Nigeria and indeed, across the world. 9mobile’s Executive Director, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs, Abdulrahman Ado, who was sharing his thought on the immense contribution of women to society, highlighted the importance of celebrating equality for women from the stay-at-home mom to the business leader in corporate boardrooms. “International Women’s Day is significant and helps us celebrate women’s achievements in politics, sports, religion, business, and indeed, every area of endeavour. Women in all spheres of life are excelling across the…

In the ever-evolving landscape of payment product development, where technological innovation reshapes the financial world, a critical question emerges from the shadows: What role does ethics play in this dynamic realm?   Ugochukwu Onwuta, a luminary in the realm of Payment Product Engineering and Management, offered a profound exploration of the intricate relationship between innovation and security, unravelling the layers of ethical complexity that underlie the creation of cutting-edge payment solutions.   With an illustrious portfolio boasting over 20 projects, Ugochukwu stands as a testament to the fusion of technological ingenuity and ethical responsibility. His journey unveils a path where…

…. FMOCDE, NITDA conclude 5-Day digital skills training for 50 PLWDs in Enugu State The Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr Isa Pantami and the Director General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Mal. Kashifu Inuwa have showered encomiums on Enugu State Governor, Mr. Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, for the administration’s immense contributions towards empowering fifty Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWDs) with digital tools. Dr. Pantami speaking at the closing ceremony of the 5-Day digital skills training for the PLWDs in Enugu State, said that theme of the training “IT and Entrepreneurship” aptly captures a number of the pillars of the…

The need to enhance food security and production has always been one of the core responsibilities of every nation, Nigeria inclusive. With this goal in mind, Afrimash Company Limited, an indigenous eCommerce firm based in Ibadan, Oyo State has taken the “bull by the horns” by ensuring that Nigerian farmers get the best inputs such as equipment, livestock, seedlings, fertilizers and quality vaccines that will enable them to increase food production while making agriculture convenient. Speaking to the media on how Afrimash Company Limited has been engaging farmers for over four years, Ahmed Ayoade Oyedotun, the Chief Executive Officer and…