Author: ITPulse

  By Kester Omu As part of effort to achieve the goal of financial inclusion in Nigeria, some Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) have partnered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to expand shared agent network across the country. The target, according to the Managing Director, Access Bank Plc, who is the chairman of the body of Bank Chief Executive Officers, Mr Herbert Wigwe, is to reach 500,000 agent network that would offer basic financial services to Nigerians. Wigwe believes that, apart from providing financial services to the citizens, the partnership would also help to create over 500,000 new jobs over…

  We are living in exciting and innovative times with futuristic technology literally at our fingertips. But for the longest time, small to medium sized businesses were not serviced by the latest tech trends enterprises have been able to benefit from. That is, until now. In this article, we’ll explore these technology trends and how they will impact business in 2018 and beyond. So, what kind of things can this ‘smart’ tech do? Just 4 months ago, an AI machine managed to complete a University level math exam 12 times faster than it normally takes the average human.  How? Through…

  By Martin Ekpeke The Computer and Allied Product Dealers Association of Nigeria (CAPDAN), has disagreed with the reports that a great number of ‘UK Used’ smartphones, especially the iPhone brand, that are sold in openly in many Nigerian markets are stolen from the United Kingdom. United Kingdom based DailyMail and the TheSun have both reported that mobile phones stolen on the streets of Britain, are shipped to Nigeria, African oil rich country, where they are openly displayed in markets and sold for prices less than that of western prices. Dailymail believes that this racket has been easy because Nigeria…

  By Martin Ekpeke The Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON) has given an explanation why it is seeking court interpretation of the powers of the National Assembly to exercise oversight functions on Telecommunications Companies in the country. According to the umbrella body of telecom companies in Nigeria, its members have been facing a series of summons from different committees of both the upper and lower legislative chambers, which has inadvertently impacted negatively on their ability to focus on their core business operations. “The NASS’ insistence on attendance of CEOs at such session is without consideration of these…

  As part of its commitment to reward performance, discipline and productivity, Skye Bank has promoted over 875 workers, after its 2017 annual staff performance review. The bank in a statement by the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Tokunbo Abiru, said the 875 staff deserved the promotion due to their dedication, commitment and conscientiousness, which have led to productivity by the bank. “Your promotions, which are well deserved, come as a reward for dedication, commitment and conscientiousness, which you have exhibited over time in your diverse responsibilities” the statement reads. The promotion, according to the bank cuts across  cadres, and…

  As part of its effort to enhance services in the areas of enhance eGovernment, eLearning, eCommerce, eHealth and eBanking services in rural areas, Avanti Communications Group Plc has decided to connect to MDXI data centre. This connection will extend the footprints of the leading British satellite operator across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. The connection, according to a statement has already delivered the commissioning of Avanti’s first GES in West Africa, hosted at MDXI’s satellite farm in Lagos. The project, which has seen Avanti invest up to USD 20 million in the Nigerian Gateway, will ensure data from the HYLAS…

  By Kester Omu A new report by the World Economic Forum (WEF) has disclosed that education and work in Sub-Saharan Africa will determine the livelihoods of nearly a billion people, claiming  46 per cent of work activities in Nigeria are susceptible to automation, while Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa are 44, 52 and 41 percent respectively. The report titled ‘The Future of Jobs  and Skills in Africa, Preparing the Region for the  Fourth Industrial Revolution’, also noted that the Internet of Things (IoT) is set to revolutionise the job market, advising African industries to adapt in order to survive.…

  The Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN), the country’s agency that regulate the practice of Information Technology, said it has accredited four tertiary institutions in Nigeria on Computer Sciences and related courses from July to October, 2017. This was disclosed by the President in Council of CPN, Prof. Charles Uwadia at an interaction with the media in Lagos earlier this week. The four universities, according to Uwadia are Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, B,Sc Computer Science in July, 2017 with Interim accreditation status; Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, B.Sc Computer Science in August, 2017 with Interim…

  The Lagos State AIDS Control Agency (LSACA) has given an to Airtel Nigeria, in recognition of its awareness campaign and provision of toll-free line in response to HIV & AIDS related health cases in Lagos. The award was given to Airtel at the maiden edition of LSACA Awards & Dinner Night. According to the Chief Executive Officer of LSACA, Dr. Oluseyi Temowo, Airtel was honoured for helping the agency respond swiftly to cases of HIV & AIDS in the State. “The contributions of Airtel in driving support for HIV & AIDS awareness demonstrates how much the company is committed…

  The mobile phone subscription in Nigeria as at January 2018 is 147 million, the Nigerian Communications Commission has disclosed. The Director of Public Affairs at the Commission, Mr. Tony Ojobo disclosed this at the NCC Special Day at the ongoing 29th Enugu International Trade Fair, organized by the Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Mines, Industries and Agriculture. “The Nigeria’s telecom space has continued to display upward growth in terms of Internet and mobile phone penetration. As of January this year, the industry boasts of 100 and 147 internet and mobile phone subscriptions respectively,” he told Journalists. He added that the…