Author: ITPulse

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has launched an ambitious training program, targeting 1000 civil servants across various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), to revolutionize the public sector’s digital capabilities. This initiative focuses on mastering Information Technology (IT) Project Clearance processes, a crucial step towards a digitally empowered government workforce. This intensive training aims to forge a digitally viable public sector, a cornerstone of the current administration’s digital transformation mandate. By equipping civil servants with the necessary skills and knowledge, NITDA is directly addressing the presidential priorities of economic reform and improved governance through effective service delivery. The program,…

A landmark visit from the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) team to the studios of KongaTV and KongaFM 103.7 on Monday, February 24, 2025, marked a significant step in the station’s journey toward delivering high-quality, engaging, and regulatory-compliant content. Led by NBC Director General, Charles Ebuebu, the delegation, which included Lagos Zonal Director, Raphael Akpan, and Director of Public Affairs, Susan Obi, was warmly received by the leadership of Konga Communications. This included Head (KongaTV and KongaFM), Ifeoma Ajumobi; Team Lead KongaTV, Ayo Jimi; Team Lead KongaFM, Chidi Okenne; and Team Lead Operations, Ahmed Jaiyeola. The NBC’s visit proved both insightful…

In the world of technology and entrepreneurship, few names resonate as powerfully as Mrs. Chioma Ekeh, the CEO of TD Africa, Africa’s leading technology distribution powerhouse. A media-reclusive entrepreneur and quiet achiever, she has built a formidable legacy not through loud proclamations but through consistent actions that have shaped the trajectory of the continent’s digital economy. She has steered the company to unprecedented heights, forging strategic partnerships with global giants such as HP, Microsoft, Apple, Starlink, IBM, Dell Technologies, Ring (by Amazon), Cisco, Lenovo, APC by Schneider Electric, Samsung, Bosch, Philips, Logitech, and Vivo. These collaborations have not only solidified…

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit commenced in Abuja today, with the Nigerian government announcing a $2 billion investment to bolster the nation’s digital infrastructure. This investment aims to improve connectivity, boost the economy, and protect the digital rights of Nigerian citizens. Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovations and Digital Economy, emphasized the government’s commitment to digital connectivity, stating that the funds will ensure Nigerians have access to high-quality digital services and robust protection shortly. The summit, co-hosted by Nigeria and Portugal, brings together over 250 participants from 194 ITU member countries, including representatives from the…

In a bid to safeguard the country’s $75.6 billion telecom industry, stakeholders are set to convene at the seventh edition of the Policy Implementation Assisted Forum (PIAFo) to discuss pragmatic strategies for protecting critical information infrastructure. The forthcoming Summit, themed “CNII: Strengthening Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure through Proactive Implementation and Strategic Coordination,” will bring together key players in the telecom industry, regulatory bodies, and government agencies to brainstorm on pressing infrastructure safety concerns. The move is prompted by the recent designation of telecom facilities as critical national assets under the Critical National Information Infrastructure (CNII) Order, signed by President…

Interswitch Group, a leading African integrated payments and digital commerce company, has stressed the vital role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of work and the digital economy. Franklin Ali, Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Interswitch, shared these insights at the InnovateAI Conference Lagos 2025, where Interswitch participated as a Platinum Sponsor for the second consecutive year. The conference, themed “Scaling AI Adoption in Nigeria: Catalysing Cross-Sectoral Innovation and Fostering Inclusive Growth,” brought together AI experts, innovators, and scholars to discuss accelerating AI adoption across key sectors like fintech, financial services, public services, and oil and gas.…

By Martin Ekpeke In a significant move to bolster Nigeria’s broadband infrastructure, ten more states have joined Anambra in waiving right-of-way (RoW) charges for telecom companies. This announcement, made by Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, signals a major step forward in addressing a key financial hurdle for network expansion. Dr. Tijani revealed this development while President Bola Tinubu received the report from participants of the Senior Executive Course 46 at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru. He explained that the federal government has been actively advocating for the waiver to facilitate broader…

Ghana took center stage as the host of QNET’s highly anticipated V-Africa 2025, a regional edition of the company’s flagship convention. From February 20 to 23, 2025, the Accra International Conference Centre welcomed over 4000 participants from across the Sub-Saharan Africa region to experience four days of empowerment, networking, and innovation. The convention spotlighted QNET’s exclusive product offerings, which provide immersive entrepreneurship training and contribute significantly to Ghana’s tourism and economic growth. V-Africa 2025 showcased Ghana as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence. Trevor Kuna, Chief Marketing Officer for QNET, expressed his enthusiasm: “Hosting V-Africa 2025 in Ghana is a testament…

Four Nigerian universities – Lagos University Teaching Hospital Schools, Hillside University of Science and Technology, Aletheia University, and Ahman Pategi University – have partnered with New Horizons to provide students with training in internationally recognized ICT and project management skills. The collaborations aim to address graduate unemployment by equipping students with in-demand skills relevant to the 21st-century workforce. New Horizons MD/CEO, Mr. Tim Akano, emphasized the universities’ forward-thinking approach in embracing emerging technologies like AI, robotics, and machine learning. He stated that New Horizons, with its 43 years of international experience and presence in 71 countries, will leverage its expertise…

The city of Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, is set to host the first-ever Scrum Day Nigeria event on March 5, 2025, at The Civic Center, Victoria Island. The conference, themed “Innovation and Products for Better Outcomes,” aims to address Nigeria’s most pressing business challenges through organizational transformation using Agile and Scrum methodologies. Sam Adesoga, Co-Convener of Scrum Day and Nigeria Professional Scrum Trainer, announced the event at a press conference, highlighting the need for Nigerian businesses to become more adaptive, resilient, and innovative in the face of economic instability, high inflation, currency fluctuations, and an unpredictable business climate. He noted…