Author: ITPulse

Starlink, the satellite internet service from SpaceX, has officially announced a sweeping expansion of its bandwidth capabilities nationwide. This is a significant stride towards bridging the digital divide and revolutionizing connectivity across the nation. The internet service provider has officially resumed activations for customers nationwide, with Lagos, Abuja, and other high-demand regions at the forefront of this exciting revival. This exciting development is part of Starlink’s broader commitment to making high-speed satellite internet more accessible to every Nigerian, regardless of their location. These expansions promise to unlock unprecedented internet speeds and reliability for homes and businesses. It also allows Starlink…

By Martin Ekpeke The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has held a crucial Stakeholder Engagement Forum to present the findings of its 2024 Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) on eight subsidiary legislations. The forum, hailed as an innovative step in the Commission’s rulemaking process, emphasized participatory regulatory engagement with all stakeholders, focusing on three strategic areas: consumers, licensees and government objectives. Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the NCC, welcomed distinguished guests and industry stakeholders, underscoring the significance of the RIA process in shaping Nigeria’s telecommunications landscape. “The Commission places consumers at the centre of its regulation of the…

To curb the rising wave of brain drain affecting Nigeria’s public sector, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced a Digital Competence Framework and Career Progression Model. This initiative aims to strengthen ICT capacity and retain skilled professionals within the civil service. NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, announced the move as part of broader efforts to make public service roles more attractive and professionally rewarding. He made the statement during the maiden International Civil Service Conference in Abuja, themed “Rejuvenate, Innovate & Accelerate!” The specific session he addressed was titled “Digital Transformation: Digital Skills for Civil Servants…

Facing a recent decline in its subscriber base, MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv and GOtv, has announced a 50% reduction in the price of its decoders, bringing the cost down from N20,000 to N10,000. The South African entertainment giant stated that this move is part of a broader initiative to encourage customers and enhance the value of their subscriptions. “We are announcing the reduction of our decoder price to N10,000 from N20,000. The 50% slash is part of our effort to regain customers amid the recent decline in subscribers,” said John Ugbe, CEO of MultiChoice Nigeria. In addition to…

The Minister of Regional Development, Hon. Engr. Abubakar Momoh, has officially endorsed “The Nigeria Digital Heroes,” a new book authored by Dr. Bayero Agabi, President of Digivation Global Network and Vice President of the Nigeria Internet Group. The endorsement came during a recent audience with Dr. Agabi in the Minister’s Abuja office. Minister Momoh emphasized that his endorsement stems from the book’s comprehensive chronicling of Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry, tracing its development and evolution from the post-independence era to the present day. Dr. Agabi, a prominent Nigerian ICT pioneer and broadcast journalist, explained that “The Nigeria Digital…

Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has announced that telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has invested a significant ₦3 billion in the 3 Million Technical Talents (3MTT) program since its inception. The Minister, who disclosed this in his social media handles, noted that this substantial commitment underscores the critical role of public-private partnerships in driving Nigeria’s ambitious digital transformation agenda. Minister Tijani lauded MTN Nigeria for its long-term support, acknowledging the cumulative ₦3 billion investment as a testament to their dedication. “As an early supporter of the initiative, MTN has played a vital role in enabling inclusive…

By Martin Ekpeke The Lagos State Government has officially launched the Lagos Identity Project, a groundbreaking digital house-numbering system poised to revolutionize property identification, service delivery, and urban planning across the state. Unveiled on Tuesday in Alausa, the initiative marks a significant step towards a smarter, more efficient Lagos. Dr. Olajide Babajide, Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Enterprise Geographic Information System (e-GIS), introduced the project, emphasizing its capacity to resolve long-standing challenges such as tax evasion, untraceable addresses, and delayed emergency response times. “This project is about providing Lagosians with the world-class services they truly deserve,” Babajide stated.…

By Martin Ekpeke The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has issued a powerful call to action, urging Batch A Stream II corps members to become active participants in the nation’s fight against corruption. Speaking on June 24, 2025, to young Nigerians at National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camps across the country, Olukoyede challenged them to be “generals” in this crucial battle, rather than succumb to the allure of internet fraud. Olukoyede’s address emphasized the severe consequences of corruption on the future of the youth. He warned that an “ex-convict cannot hold…

Google today announced the selection of 17 promising tech startups for its Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa Class 9 program. These innovative startups, hailing from Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, and South Africa, are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to address significant challenges across diverse sectors, including fintech, agritech, healthtech, and professional services. Notably, Nigerian startups GoNomad and Apexloads (Kenya) are among the selected. African startups often face significant hurdles in scaling their operations, particularly in securing essential support, mentorship, and funding. Programs like the Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa play a crucial role in providing these opportunities, enabling tech…

Sophos, a global leader in innovative security solutions, today released its State of Ransomware 2025 Report, revealing five significant findings about the evolving landscape of ransomware attacks. The report indicates that nearly 50% of companies paid the ransom to recover their data, marking the second-highest rate of ransom payment in six years. This year’s report is the sixth edition of Sophos’ vendor-agnostic survey, which gathers insights from IT and cybersecurity leaders across 17 countries to understand the impact of ransomware on businesses. Five Key Findings: More Companies are Stopping Attacks in Progress: 44% of companies were able to halt ransomware…