Author: ITPulse

Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Doreen Bogdan-Martin has underscored the critical need to bridge the digital divide, particularly for women and girls as the world observes World Telecommunication and Information Society Day. This year’s commemoration carries added weight as it marks the 160th anniversary of the ITU, the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies. In a powerful statement released this morning, Bogdan-Martin reflected on the ITU’s enduring legacy. “Since 1865, ITU has been at the forefront of every major communication advancement,” she stated, highlighting the organization’s pivotal role in the evolution from the telegraph and…

At the esteemed 13th Edition of the International Girls in ICT Day Celebration, organized by eBusiness Life Communication Limited, Mrs. Funmilola Victoria Omojola was honored with the ICT Girls Torch Holder Award, a recognition of her exceptional contributions to empowering girls and young women in the digital space. The award ceremony, held on May 15, 2025, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought together dignitaries from the government, corporate leaders in ICT, educators, and students. Themed “Girls in ICT: Bridging ALL Divides for an Inclusive Digital Transformation,” the event emphasized the critical importance of inclusive participation in the digital…

What began as a humble payroll feature nestled within an HR application has blossomed into a fintech titan. Remita, the brainchild of Nigerian technology powerhouse SystemSpecs, now stands as a robust payment ecosystem processing over ₦60 trillion annually. With a Tier 1 license from the Central Bank of Nigeria firmly in hand, this indigenous innovation is setting its sights beyond national borders, charting a bold course for continental expansion. The extraordinary journey of Remita will take center stage in the upcoming cover story of eGovernance Nigeria Magazine, a publication by the Technology Times media brand (Digital Transformation Media Limited -…

By Martin Ekpeke The continent’s digital and energy transformation gained significant momentum this week as Vertex Next successfully concluded its highly anticipated co-located event: IoT West Africa, Data Centre & Cloud Expo Africa, and Power & Water Nigeria. The three-day landmark gathering, held in the bustling heart of Lagos, brought together a powerful confluence of policymakers, industry titans, and technology pioneers, all focused on showcasing the pivotal role of IoT, AI, cloud computing, data centers, and digital energy solutions in propelling Africa’s growth across its diverse sectors. The event commenced with an inspiring welcome address from Anoosh Sirkeck, Chief of…

Fifty selected young, unemployed Nigerians have successfully completed a four-week intensive digital skills bootcamp, gaining crucial training in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and IT Essentials. The program, a collaborative effort between the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Cisco, was hosted at NITDA’s South West Zonal Office in Lagos. Speaking at the closing ceremony on behalf of NITDA Director General Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, the Head of the South West Zonal Office, Mrs. Chioma Okee-Agugwo, described the initiative as a vital component of Nigeria’s digital future. “This is not just a closing ceremony. It is the launchpad for new…

Sophos, a global cybersecurity innovator, has launched MSP Elevate, a new program designed to significantly boost the business growth and profitability of Managed Service Providers (MSPs). The program offers a compelling suite of advantages, empowering MSPs to deliver superior cybersecurity defenses through the unified Sophos Central platform. Here are seven key benefits MSPs can leverage through the MSP Elevate program: 1. Exclusive Access to the Sophos MDR Bundle for MSP: This premier offering includes Sophos MDR Complete, providing 24/7 incident response, a full year of data retention, Sophos Network Detection and Response (NDR), and all Sophos integration packs. This comprehensive…

The Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NiRA) presents its report on .ng domain name registration and renewal statistics for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting the continued expansion of Nigeria’s digital footprint. The data underscores a consistent and significant adoption of the nation’s Country Code Top-Level Domain (ccTLD), reinforcing its pivotal role in the burgeoning Nigerian digital economy. During the period spanning January to March 2025, a total of 40,791 .ng domain names were recorded. This figure comprises 22,236 new registrations and 18,555 renewals, indicating a healthy balance between the acquisition of new digital identities and the sustained commitment of existing…

TD Africa, the undisputed leader in Africa’s technology distribution sector, has once again solidified its industry dominance by securing two prestigious awards at Huawei Day Nigeria 2025. This landmark three-day event, themed “Accelerating Industrial Intelligence,” celebrated Huawei’s 25-year journey in Nigeria and heralded a new era of AI-driven transformation. The Grand Ballroom of the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, played host to Nigeria’s leading tech innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders for this significant occasion. Representing TD Africa, CEO Mrs. Chioma Ekeh delivered an inspiring message emphasizing the power of collaboration. “I am excited to be here not just as a…

Artificial intelligence is changing our world, from scientific research and infrastructure to communication, finance, and efforts to fight climate change. As this technology develops, it is becoming a powerful force in both the public and private sectors. Governments around the world are racing to lead in AI. In the United States, major programs like the $500 billion Stargate AI initiative are pushing progress rapidly. At the same time, China is aiming for self-reliance and global leadership in AI, supported by affordable and open-source technologies from companies like DeepSeek. In everyday life, we can already see clear signs of change. AI…

Nigeria experienced a notable 85% decrease in data breaches in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, according to Surfshark’s latest global data breach analysis. Despite this substantial decline, with approximately 119 thousand accounts breached, Nigeria still ranks 34th globally in terms of the number of affected users. The global landscape also saw a significant downturn in data breaches, with a 93% drop from 973.7 million leaked accounts in the last quarter of 2024 to 68.3 million in Q1 2025. The United States, Russia, India, Germany, and Spain were the most affected countries during this period. Luís…